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Physiotherapy • Physiothérapie 2-in-1 Physiotherapy Device Questions? Comments? 1-800-363-2381 www.amgmedical.com Instructions AMG Medical Inc. Please read this manual thoroughly Montréal, QC H4T 1V5 • 1-800-363-2381 before using this device for the first time. Alpharetta, GA 30022 • 1-866-321-4846...
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION..................3 What is pain? • How does TENS work? What is EMS and how does it work? SAFETY INFORMATION ................ 4 Indication for use • Contraindication • Warning Precautions • Adverse reactions DEVICE OVERVIEW ................6 DISPLAY SYMBOLS................
INTRODUCTION SAFETY INFORMATION This device can be used for pain relief and muscle stimulation. It 1. This device is recommended for: • Symptomatic relief of provides two independent, controllable output channels. A pair of chronic intractable pain, acute post traumatic pain or acute post electrodes which can be connected to each output channel and the surgical pain •...
Back movement would represent a risk of injury. • Turn the stimulator off before applying or removing electrodes. • Only use with ProActive lead wires and electrodes. Belt clip • Long-term stimulation at the same electrode site may cause skin irritation. Use only as prescribed by a physician.
DISPLAY SYMBOLS INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Treatment mode 1. Insert the battery Slide the belt clip off, then the battery compartment cover. Insert a 9V battery (included), matching the positive Program and negative ends of the battery (EMS) to the markings, then close the compartment. battery 2.
Then, press electrodes, or larger. If they seem to have lost their adhesive S again and use the arrow properties, replace with new ProActive electrodes. buttons to adjust the pulse rate Important note: Electrode positioning can be one of the most to the value prescribed by your important parameters in achieving success with TENS therapy.
2. Electrodes • Use the device only with the leads and electrodes provided with this device or sold under the ProActive brand, following the placements and settings prescribed by your practitioner. • It is recommended to use at minimum 4cm x 4cm self-adhesive, square electrodes.
THERAPY PROGRAMS 3. Cleaning the electrode cords Program Time Rate Width Wave description Clean the electrode cords by wiping them with a damp cloth. TENS Burst 100Hz 200µs 9 pulses/burst, 2 bursts/sec. Coating them lightly with talcum powder will reduce tangles Normal 100Hz 200µs Continuous...
THERAPY PROGRAMS (CONTINUED) TROUBLESHOOTING If your device does not seem to be operating correctly, refer to the Program Time Rate Width Wave description chart below to determine what may be wrong. Should none of these EMS Neck 20Hz 180µs Continuous measures correct the problem, the device should be serviced.
LIMITED WARRANTY AMG Medical Inc. warrants the stimulator to be free from defects in Problem Possible cause Solution material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year, to be proven by Stimulation Improper electrode Reposition electrode is ineffective placement means of the sales receipt or invoice.
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