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- Page 1 Continuum USER’S MANUAL Read this manual carefully before operating the Continuum ™ Visit us at www.DJOglobal.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS P R O D U C T D E S C R I P T I O N How Electrotherapy Works Chattanooga Continuum Features Indications for Use Contraindications Warnings Precautions Dangers Glossary of Terms D I R E C T I O N S F O R U S E... -
Page 3: P R O D U C T D E S C R I P T I O N
• Adjustable ON and OFF time controls clinician to customize the treatment to meet the individual • Adjustable Ramp Up and Ramp Down time needs of each patient. The Continuum (NMES) feature controls produces an electrical stimulus that, when properly •... -
Page 4: Contraindications
MRI Scans – Do not wear electrode or controller during Specific to use of Chattanooga Continuum as a TENS Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) scans as this may device: result in metal overheating and causing skin burns in the •... -
Page 5: Precautions
Skin Reactions – On rare occasions, therapy can result Safety – The safety and efficacy of the Chattanooga in transient skin reactions such as rash, inflammation, Continuum system depends on the proper use and irritation, or burns. These skin reactions may be the handling of the device and accessories. - Page 6 Use only the 10% and 90%. electrode placements and stimulation settings prescribed Batteries – Remove the Chattanooga Continuum system by your practitioner. batteries if the unit is to be unused for an extended period Electronic Equipment –...
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Page 7: Glossary Of Terms
GLOSSARY OF TERMS Radio Frequency Generation – This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not The following symbols may be located on the Continuum installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may stimulator or packaging: cause harmful interferences to other devices in the vicinity. -
Page 8: Electrode Setup
DiRECTiONS fOR uSE (PaTiENT) D I R E C T I O N S F O R U S E ( P A T I E N T ) ELECTRODE SETUP 9. DO NOT place electrodes on broken skin. 1. Make sure unit is turned off and lead If skin irritation develops, discontinue use. -
Page 9: Re-Application And Storage Of Electrodes
1. Press the ON/ OFF button ( ) located on the bottom row, middle button. You should first see the Chattanooga logo along with NOTE: The life of the electrode varies depending on skin software version number displayed on the LCD for four... - Page 10 8. Store electrodes for future use. See instructions on page 9 for electrode storage and maintenance. 9. The Continuum device locks the intensity increase buttons to prevent accidental increases in intensity. This 3. Press the soft key next to the Channel 1 UP arrow.
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Page 11: Other Features
When replacing the batteries, be sure the battery polarity Using the Belt Clip (+ and -) markings match the markings on the device. Chattanooga Continuum has a simple belt clip that fits Use AA alkaline or rechargeable NiMH batteries. comfortably over a belt or waistband. -
Page 12: Troubleshooting And Repair
8. The screen will default to the “Contrast” option If the error message persists, call Chattanooga Customer 9. Use the right-hand soft keys to adjust the contrast as Service. -
Page 13: Hardware And Labeling
External Remote Switch Port The Chattanooga Continuum may also be used as a TENS The remote switch acts as a trigger for the selected for the symptomatic relief and management of chronic, regimen. -
Page 14: Pre-Programmed And Three Custom Regimens
Default Setting Regimens are the centerpiece of the Chattanooga Treatment Time 5-60 min or Continuous 30 min Continuum. They are designed for very specific clinical Off Time 0-60 sec 30 sec applications and are intended to simplify the use of the... - Page 15 Large Muscle Spasm — Summary Large Muscle Trigger-Point — Summary This is a 2-channel program for relaxing and reducing This treatment option is a 2-channel program for spasmodic tightness in large muscles. All parameters are relaxation of muscles in a localized area. All parameters preset with the exception of Treatment Time, Off Time are preset with the exception of Treatment Time, Off Time and the Pulse Rate, which can be adjusted by the clinician.
- Page 16 PRODuCT iNfORmaTiON (CliNiCiaN) Large Muscle Custom / Switch — Summary Small Muscle Atrophy — Summary This option offers similar stimulation as Large Muscle This is a 2-channel program for strengthening and re- Spasm and Trigger- Point if no external Foot Switch is educating small atrophied muscles.
- Page 17 Small Muscle Spasm — Summary Small Muscle Trigger-Point — Summary This is a 2-channel program for relaxing and reducing This treatment option is a 2-channel program for spasmodic tightness in small muscles. All parameters are relaxation of muscles in a localized area. All parameters preset with the exception of Treatment Time, Off Time are preset with the exception of Treatment Time, Off Time and the Pulse Rate, which can be adjusted by the clinician.
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Page 18: Tens Regimens
PRODuCT iNfORmaTiON (CliNiCiaN) TENS REGIMENS Small Muscle Custom / Remote — Summary This option offers similar stimulation as Small Muscle TENS Knee — Summary Spasm and Trigger- Point if no external Hand Switch is This treatment option is a 2-channel Modulated Amplitude detected. - Page 19 TENS Back — Summary TENS Foot — Summary This treatment option is a 2-channel Modulated Amplitude This treatment option is a 2-channel Simple Modulated program for the management of acute or chronic pain Pulse (SMP) program for the management of acute or control in the Back.
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Page 20: Nmes Regimens
PROGRAMMING THE DEVICE Setting Treatment Parameters Programming the Chattanooga Continuum is designed to be intuitive. The Chattanooga Continuum has been engineered to guide the clinician through the programming process. The clinician will first set up the parameters for treatment and then proceed to restrict the user’s ability to reprogram the unit. - Page 21 TENS Parameters Locking the Device 1. Power ON the device by pressing the The Chattanooga Continuum has been designed with ON/OFF ( ) button. a feature that allows the clinician to set up a treatment 2. Press bottom soft key on the left to select regimen for each of the three different stimulation therapy TENS programming.
- Page 22 Unlocking the Device There is an additional lockout feature that the clinician can When the Chattanooga Continuum is locked, it allows the use to remove the option of a treatment from the screen clinician to control the patient’s use of the device to assure so that the patient does not have the option of selecting a access to only the pre-selected protocol.
- Page 23 Choosing a Language to erase (reset) the data for future collection of compliance The Chattanooga Continuum has the ability to modify the data. Compliance Data is captured in 5 minute increments language displayed upon the LCD screen. The options are when the unit is producing output waveforms.
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Page 24: Accessories
Continuum Using the Foot Switch device - Part Number: 2630 The Chattanooga Continuum unit has the ability to use • Chattanooga Hand Switch supplied as standard a foot switch for gait training. The Foot Switch must... -
Page 25: Technical Data
TECHNICAL DATA Output Waveforms NMES Symmetrical Waveform Standard Measurement Conditions • Temperature - 25°C +/-5°C • Load -1 kohm • Power Supply - 3.0V DC +/- 10% Typical Waveforms The following are theoretical standard measurement output voltage across purely resistive loads at maximum intensity setting. - Page 26 PRODuCT iNfORmaTiON (CliNiCiaN) TENS Shoulder High / Low Cycle SMP Waveform TENS Knee Modulated Amplitude Full / Partial Waveform...
- Page 27 Guidance and Manufacturer’s Declaration– The timer is adjustable 5 to 60 minutes or unlimited. Electromagnetic Emissions The Chattanooga Continuum is intended for use in the Remote Control electromagnetic environment specified in the table below. Hand Switch Active regimen starts with closed contact.
- Page 28 RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the Chattanooga Continuum is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the Chattanooga Continuum should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the Chattanooga Continuum.
- Page 29 Recommended Separation Distances between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the Chattanooga Continuum The Chattanooga Continuum is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the Chattanooga Continuum can help prevent electromagnetic interference...
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Page 30: T R O U B L E S H O O T I N
PRODuCT iNfORmaTiON (CliNiCiaN) T R O U B L E S H O O T I N G Problem Possible Cause Solution A. Try fresh batteries Battery B. Try 2 AA Energizer or Eveready alkaline batteries. C. Ensure batteries are inserted correctly. See instructions for proper placement. Display does not come on A. -
Page 31: Intensity Auto-Lock
OPEN LOAD DETECTION If the intensity of either channel is above 4.5, the Continuum checks to make sure that there is good contact between the device and the patient. If bad contact is detected, the text “OPEN” will be displayed instead of the intensity, and the intensity on both channels will go to zero. -
Page 32: Warning
To locate the appropriate Service Center outside of While, in the opinion of Chattanooga (“Chattanooga”), North America, or to request shipment approval, contact the use of the Chattanooga Continuum (“the Product”) Chattanooga directly. has met with some success, Chattanooga makes no... - Page 33 D. Chattanooga shall not be liable to any person for any direct, indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages, lost profits or medical expenses caused by any defect, failure, malfunction or otherwise of the product, regardless of the form in which any legal or equitable action may be brought against Chattanooga (e.g.
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