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Parasym tVNS Quick Start Manual
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  • Page 3   Before using your device, please make sure you have read all the  precautions, warnings and safety information, followed by the guidance for  proper setup. If in doubt of the suitability of the Parasym device, consult your  doctor before use.  ...
  • Page 4: Warnings And Precautions

    Parasym device is in close proximity while being used. Consult with your HCP before use because the device may cause changes in cardiac rhythm. Safety and efficacy of the Parasym device have not been evaluated in the following patients, and therefore it is not indicated for:...
  • Page 5 Instructions for Use may not be enough to fully explain the safe and effective use of the device. Ask your HCP or contact Parasym support if you have any questions about how to use the device or require any further clarification of these Instructions.
  • Page 6 POTENTIAL RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS The Parasym device is considered low risk when used in accordance with the instructions for use. A low incidence of skin irritation has been reported from using the Parasym device. No serious adverse events have been reported. If you experience any side effects from device use stop treatment immediately. If in doubt, contact your healthcare provider.
  • Page 7 Instructions For Use  ...
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  • Page 9 Electrode Placement  Connect the electrode to the tragus of the left ear, running the cable behind  the neck over the right shoulder. ...
  • Page 11     Quick Start Guide    1.​ ​ Insert the two AA alkaline batteries  Take care in doing this, be careful not to strip the material covering the  batteries as this can lead to a short circuit.  2.​ ​ Plug the lead included into channel 1  3.
  • Page 12   Parasym Settings   (a) Pulse Rate = ​ 2 5 Hz  (b) Pulse Width = ​ 2 50 μs  (c) Intensity = ​ S ee section below  (d) Recommended Time = ​ 6 0m/day     Mode: ​ C onst  ...
  • Page 13 (c) Finding your Intensity level  After setup, repeat for each treatment session    1. Ensure electrode has a firm connection to the left tragus (See p.7 image).    2. Using the up arrow on the left of the keypad, for channel 1, slowly  increase the intensity by 1 level every 2 seconds to the point where a ...
  • Page 14 Common Intensity Questions    My stimulation intensity changes frequently throughout my treatment  session, is this ok?    It is common for sensory thresholds to change throughout sessions as                       well as between sessions. This is because the variables that affect  ...
  • Page 15         Troubleshooting   If the unit does not appear to be operating correctly, refer below to  determine the cause. Should none of these measures correct the problem,  please contact your supplier.     The unit does not function at all   Check the batteries are inserted correctly.  ...
  • Page 16 Visit our Help Center  Our Help Centre has answers to most common questions. You can access  this at: ​ ww.parasym.co/hc        ...
  • Page 17 Reach out to us via our support messaging widget on our website  www.parasym.co​ and we’ll get right back to you.    You can also email us directly at ​ h ello@parasym.co​ and this will also go  through to our support team.     ...
  • Page 18: Cleaning And Maintenance

    If there is a fault or if electrode is found to no longer                                       work, please contact Parasym Support.     ...
  • Page 19                   shown in the image on page 8).    Note: the safety and efficacy of the Parasym device has not been                      ...
  • Page 20 List of Accessory: ● 2 X 1.5 volt AA Alkaline ● 1 X earclip electrode (Model: GE-1)    Parasym Specification Output: Maximum 36 mA (average value/Pulse Width100μS) across 500 Ohm load, RMS Value 6.08mA Pulse Width: From 50μS to 250μS adjustable...
  • Page 21: Symbols Explanation

    15º. Vertically falling drops shall have no harmful effects when the enclosure is tilted at any angle up to 15’’ on either side of the vertical. European Representative Parasym Ltd 56 Shoreditch High Street London E16JJ England legal@parasym.co...
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