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- Page 1 Portable iontophoresis device User’s Manual New Age Italia srl Production Site: Via De Brozzi, 3 – 48022 Lugo (RA) Phone +39 0545/32019 – Fax +39 0545/369028 VAT No. 02299101200 – www.newageitalia.it info@newageitalia.it...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
INDEX Chap. 1 - INTRODUCTION .............. 3 1.1 – What is Ionecare? ..............3 1.2 – Who can use Ionecare? ............. 3 1.3 – Applications of Ionecare ............3 1.4 - Iontophoresis ................3 Chap. 2 - SAFETY GUIDELINES ............. 4 –... -
Page 3: Chap. 1 - Introduction
1.2 – Who can use Ionecare? Ionecare may be used by anyone who wishes to carry out specific pain relief treatments themselves at home or while travelling. It is so easy to use that treatments may be performed anywhere and at any time, to take full advantage of its beneficial effects and to achieve extraordinary results. -
Page 4: Chap. 2 - Safety Guidelines
muscular or fatty tissue, such as the elbow, hand, wrist, knee, shoulder, cervical area and the tibia-tarsus area. Depending on the drug used, iontophoresis may be used to achieve analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiedemic or muscle relaxant effects (see drugs listed in the following table). Table of drugs used in iontophoresis Drug Polarit... -
Page 5: General Guidelines
2.1 – General guidelines Before using the device for the first time, read this user’s manual thoroughly. Furthermore, before switching the device on or connecting to a patient, always perform the following checks: (1) check the unit visually for signs of damage; (2) read and make note of all warnings printed on the unit;... -
Page 6: Special Precautions
6. when applying electrodes to areas near tendon or muscle injuries; 7. with patients suffering from spastic paralysis. Do not apply electrodes in the following areas: 1. above the eyeball; 2. directly onto sensitive areas, such as the centre of the breast, the groin or the armpit. -
Page 7: Chap. 3 - Functions
A intensity Programme No. Programme No. down Use Ionecare as follows: 1. fit batteries in the battery compartment at the back of the unit: ensure that the polarity is as indicated in the compartment, 2. put in charge the battery charger and connect it to the device for 12 hours;... - Page 8 7. Wet the sponges thoroughly with water and squeeze so that they do not drip. 8. Prepare the medicinal compound (dilute to the correct concentration if necessary) and apply to one of the two sides of the sponge containing the electrode of the polarity indicated on the package of the drug or specified by the prescribing doctor or physiotherapist;...
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Page 9: Chap. 4 - Programmes
* Medical programmes with CE0476 certification. 4.1 - Programming treatment sessions For effective therapy with Ionecare, apply the most appropriate programme for the pathology in question to the relative area of the body daily, following the instructions of the prescribing doctor. In general, a cycle of 10 sessions is performed, which may be repeated two or three times if the desired results are not achieved. -
Page 10: Chap. 5 - Applications
Chap. 5 - APPLICATIONS As a guideline, apply two electrodes with sponges to the area you intend to treat. Avoid areas specified in the counter-indications and follow the instructions given by your doctor. With iontophoresis, if the pain is widespread or deep, the position in which the drug is applied is indifferent: apply the electrodes at a distance of approximately 10 cm from each other to demarcate the treated area. -
Page 11: Chap.6 - Technical Specifications
Chap.6 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 6.1 - Characteristics Power supply: 4 x 1,2V Ni-Mh AAA batteries Waveform: microcurrents and iontophoresis Channels: 2 independent Intensity: 0-20 mA Frequency: 100-120 Hz Pulse amplitude: 100-350 µs 6.2 - Standard equipment Unit 2 dual core leads 4 silicone electrodes 4 sponge pockets 2 elasticised securing straps... -
Page 12: Chap. 8 - Maintenance
Electrodes: always return to their respective bags after use. Sponge pockets: always rinse and return to their respective bags after use. Technical service centre: New Age Italia srl Production Site: Via De Brozzi, 3 – 48022 Lugo (RA) Phone +39 0545/32019 – Fax +39 0545/369028 VAT No.