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- Page 1 Alpha-Stim ® Owner’s Manual Cranial electrotherapy stimulator LET NOTHING STOP YOU ™...
- Page 4 ® Alpha-Stim AID Owner’s Manual Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulator for the Treatment of Anxiety, Insomnia and Depression Type BF Equipment. Internally Authorized Representative in powered. the European Community. Protection against ingress of Consult operating instructions. solid foreign objects >12.5 IP22 Read manual thoroughly mm and dripping water when before using the device.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
LCD Display ........................... 9 Introduction ........................10 Description ..........................11 Electromedical Therapeutics..................12 Use the Alpha-Stim AID with Confidence .............13 ® Quick Guide ........................13 Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (CES) to Treat Anxiety, Insomnia and/or Depression with Earclip Electrodes ............14 What to Expect ........................16 Prescribing Information ....................17... -
Page 6: Features
® Earclip Electrodes – Earclip Electrodes are accessories to the Alpha-Stim ® AID. The Earclip Electrodes transfer the current from the Alpha-Stim ® device to the patient through the earlobes. Part# 501 Alpha-Stim Conducting Solution is an accessory to the Alpha-Stim ®... - Page 7 Includes a symbol table along with precautions, warnings and contraindications. Device use is the same for the healthcare provider as it is for use directly by the patient. Part# 503CUS Lanyard – The lanyard is an optional accessory for the Alpha-Stim ® ...
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Page 8: Installation Of Batteries
Battery strength indicator. Earclip Electrode Pads (EEPS™) requires Alpha-Stim ® Conducting Solution (included). 5 year limited warranty. Protection against ingress of solid foreign objects >12.5 mm and dripping water when tilted at 15 degrees. Uses 2 AAA 1.5 volt batteries (included in the package but not installed). -
Page 9: A Note To Health Care Practitioners
Thank you for recommending the Alpha-Stim AID. This manual is written ® for the person who will use the Alpha-Stim ® AID, but your input will be invaluable to your patient. Electromedical Products International, Inc. is available to help serve the needs of your patients. New research is often available that may have a direct bearing on a patient's specific disorder. -
Page 10: Control Buttons
ONTROL UTTONS On - Off Timer. Waveform cycle starts when electrodes touch skin. Countdown timers: select 20, 40 or 60 minutes. Lock. Press 2 times within 5 seconds to lock or unlock settings during treatment if desired. Current. Increases or decreases current. Increases at 50 microamperes (µA) per second when held down. -
Page 11: Lcd Display
0 - 500 microamperes (µA) of current. Mute feature. To turn on or off press the key sequence: Lock-Timer-Lock. Lock is on when display is lit. Σ Cumulative Timer records total hours and minutes Alpha-Stim ® has been in use. -
Page 12: Introduction
After treatment, there are usually no physical limitations imposed so you can resume normal activities. The treatment is simple and easy to self-administer at any time. People using the Alpha-Stim ® AID usually report a pleasant, relaxed feeling of well-being. -
Page 13: Description
Ergonomic and user-friendly features (such as the lock, auto-off timers and alarm that warns you if an electrode falls off) make the Alpha-Stim AID reliable, ®... -
Page 14: Electromedical Therapeutics
LECTROMEDICAL HERAPEUTICS The application of electromedical currents is not a new concept. Ancients recognized the therapeutic value of naturally occurring electrical phenomena long before William Gilbert defined electricity in 1600. Both Aristotle and Plato referred to the Black Torpedo (electric ray fish) prescribed in 46 AD by the physician Scribonius Largus for the relief of a variety of medical conditions from headaches to gout (head to foot). -
Page 15: Use The Alpha-Stim ® Aid With Confidence
Some people only achieve maximum benefits when using the Alpha-Stim ® AID for hours every day. While this is rarely necessary it is also not harmful so use the Alpha-Stim AID with confidence knowing you have a safe and effective ®... -
Page 16: Cranial Electrotherapy Stimulation (Ces) To Treat Anxiety, Insomnia And/Or Depression With Earclip Electrodes
200 µA. Squeeze Earclip Electrodes and apply one to each ear lobe. Figure 2 Current defaults to 1 (100 µA) when the Alpha-Stim AID is turned ® on. Increase Current slowly (5 is the highest setting) until a slight... - Page 17 4 EEPS™ for the next treatment, if desired. EEP™ case opens with label on bottom. 14. Store Alpha-Stim AID away from children. ® 15. CES may be used as often as necessary but for most people it is best to treat between once a day and twice a week.
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Page 18: What To Expect
® for 9 out of 10 people who use it, it will not work for everyone. If the Alpha-Stim AID is not working well for you contact your health care ® practitioner, your local authorized Alpha-Stim distributor or EPI for ®... -
Page 19: Prescribing Information
CE Conformity Statement for Europe The Alpha-Stim ® AID is a Class IIa, Type BF medical device. It has been independently tested by outside agencies to provide assurance of conformity to applicable standards for medical equipment safety and electromagnetic compliance. - Page 20 Operation in close proximity (e.g. 1m) to a shortwave or microwave therapy medical equipment may produce instability in the stimulator output. Modification of your Alpha-Stim AID device or accessories is not ® allowed, it could result in injury. Do not place Alpha-Stim in direct contact with lint, dust, light ®...
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Page 21: Technical Specifications
ECHNICAL PECIFICATIONS Electrical Batteries 2 AAA 1.5 volt (included). Replace with disposable batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries. Dispose of batteries safely in accordance with local government regulations. Timer 20, 40 or 60 minute countdown timers. Current 0 to 500 microamperes (µA), +/- 5%, adjustable in 50 µA increments. -
Page 22: Storage And Cleaning
Clean the Alpha-Stim ® AID by gently wiping the surface of the case and screen with a damp cloth when dirty. Use mild soap and water if necessary. Use of other cleaning solutions may damage the case and screen. Never spray cleaners directly on the case and screen. -
Page 23: Trouble Shooting
Problem Possible Solutions There is no sensation of Try increasing the current or wetting current. Note: This is normal EEPS™ with more Alpha-Stim ® for some people. Conducting Solution. There are no results. 1. Treat more often or for a longer time at a lower current. -
Page 24: Service
ERVICE The Alpha-Stim AID is not user serviceable. ® To obtain service, first contact your authorized Alpha-Stim distributor ® or Electromedical Products International, Inc. for advice. If necessary, send the entire device, with all accessories, packed in the original case, if... -
Page 25: Year Limited Warranty
ARRANTY While in the opinion of Electromedical Products International, Inc., (“EPI”) the Alpha-Stim AID (“Product”) is generally effective in relieving anxiety, ® insomnia and depression, health care is not an exact science and individual results will vary. Accordingly, EPI makes no warranties as to the effectiveness of its Products for a given individual. - Page 26 with freight and insurance prepaid. EPI will not be responsible for damage due to improper packaging or shipment. If EPI determines there is a defect covered by this warranty, the repaired or replaced Product will be shipped back freight and insurance prepaid as soon as reasonably possible. If EPI determines in its sole discretion that the Product does not contain defective workmanship or materials, EPI will return the Product and bill for the return freight and insurance charges.
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