TANYX Installation Manual

E ffe c t i v e a g a i n s t PA I N :
Muscle
TANYX® USER MANUAL
Congratulations on your recent purchase of TANYX®, a Pain Relief System with advanced
technology. Please read the instruction manual carefully and familiarize yourself with the
operational system of this product.
Virtually everyone at some point in life has had some type of a physical, work, or
sports-related pain due to discomfort caused by repetitive motion of muscles and/or
joints.
In most situations the use of TANYX® eliminates the necessity of taking oral
pharmaceutical medications that may have numerous contraindications and side e ects.
TANYX® Pain Relief System is based on a TENS device and designed to be a compact,
disposable, wireless, user-friendly version of any current TENS devices in the market
today.
TANYX® is a revolutionary electronic system designed to apply electrical stimulation of
low intensity directly to the body to provide symptomatic relief of minor muscle aches
and pains and mild muscle tension associated with stress.
The device is used until the battery is depleted, when the device should be disposed
appropriately, according to the local laws for battery disposal. If TANYX® is left turned on
but not in direct contact with the skin's surface, the device will automatically turn o
after 5 minutes to preserve battery life.
ABOUT TENS
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) provides a non-invasive and
non-medicated means of controlling or reducing pain. "Transcutaneous" means on or
within the surface of the skin without any penetration of the skin. Mild electrodes apply
safe and comfortable electrical waves transcutaneous and an alternative method of pain
control becomes available to the user.
TENS has been used medically for several decades and there are several explanations on
how the application of TENS controls pain. In simple terminology, TENS is thought to
manage or control pain by either interfering with the neural transmission of pain to the
brain (Gate Control Theory), and/or enhancing the release of the natural chemical
substances that reduce pain which are normally produced by the body (Endorphin
Theory), increasing circulation and providing relaxation to the muscles by causing a local
paranesthesia.
There are several scienti c publications in medical journals that have documented and
supported the e ectiveness of TENS as a non-medicated or complementary method of
pain control.
Pain is a protective mechanism and its suppression may eliminate its value as an
indicator of the progression of a condition. Therefore, it is recommended that your pain
condition be diagnosed by a physician before the use of your TANYX® .
Contact your physician if the pain does not change or if there is a worsening in the nature
of it.
INDICATIONS
For temporary pain relief, TANYX® can be used for the following indications:
• Chronic tendinitis;
• Lumbago (Back pain);
• Osteoarthritis and arthrosis;
• Dysmenorrhea (See precautions);
• Shoulders pain, related to tension and back superior area pain ;
• Other chronic muscular pains at superior extremities, (arms) and inferior extremities,
(legs).
USER PROFILE
TANYX® can be used by individuals 11 years of age and older with a minimum 5 years of
intensive reading skills who can read and understand alphanumeric characters, with a
minimum reading visual imperfection. There is no need to have any special experience in
TENS treatment. It can be used also on children younger than 11 years old, upon doctor's
recommendation and proper adult supervision.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
TANYX® should not be applied:
• On the breast;
• On irritated skin.
• On open wounds;
• On the head front region (forehead);
• On carotid artery (neck front and side region);
TANYX® should not be used:
• By patients with unknown cause of pain;
• By patients carrying metallic prostheses;
• By patients carrying pacemaker or de brillator;
• Should not be used simultaneously with high frequency surgical equipment's;
• On painful conditions caused by appendicitis, stomach pain, hepatitis, etc.;
• During pregnancy (electric stimulation safety on pregnant is not established).
WARNINGS
Do not use TANYX® while sleeping.
Do not use TANYX® at explosive environment.
Joint Menstrual Cramps
When battery is depleted, it should not be replaced.
Do not immerse the device into water and don't use it on wet environment.
Avoid using TANYX® near radio frequency equipment, since it may alter its operation.
If a rash occurs, stop TANYX® usage and contact a physician to evaluate TANYX®
application.
Be careful using your TANYX® where the electromagnetic compatibility could interfere
with its operation.
Keep this device out of the reach of children. However, it may have pediatric indication
under adult supervision.
Do not apply TANYX® on the chest because the stimulation could cause rhythmic
disturbances on the heart.
Do not use the product near short waves equipment or micro waves because this can
a ect product functioning.
Do not take the battery apart or submit to a short circuit, disassemble it, deform it, heat
it up or put the battery near a direct ame.
The usage of this device is not appropriate in the presence of ammable anesthetic
mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide gases.
Any action above can cause the battery to overheat, explode and cause injury.
Do not use the device while operating machines or during any other activity where
electric stimulation could expose you to risk or cause injuries.
Do not apply TANYX® on damp skin or with cream, ointment or any chemical substances.
Before applying TANYX®, be sure that the site of application is dry and clean.
Electronic monitoring equipment
Electrocardiograph alarm may not operate correctly if used conjointly with TANYX®.
Consult a physician to evaluate TANYX® usage if you su er or have been diagnosed with
Epileptic incidents, malignant tumor, convulsions, blockade of the cardiac branch, high
fever or acute in ammatory diseases.
Turned o the TANYX® device before attaching or removing the electrodes to the body.
Don't handle TANYX® on the skin when is turned on, because a small, uncomfortable
electrical stimulus may be felt when the electrodes come into contact whit the skin.
PRECAUTIONS
Isolated cases of skin irritation may occur if or when electrodes are placed at the same
location continuously for a long period of time.
Burns caused by the electrodes may occur due to its inappropriate handling, caused by
erosion or gel pad removal of the electrode.
TANYX® usage during labor or physical exercise, if sweaty, can interfere in its
e ectiveness and performance.
In the event of a cardiac disease diagnosis, follow your physician's recommendations.
Ensure you are not pregnant before using TANYX® for period cramps and or
dysmenorrhea.
To avoid contaminations of skin diseases by users or the spread of transmissible diseases,
the manufacturer suggests not to share the device with the objective to prevent
contamination among users.
The manufacturer suggests that the device must not be shared, to avoid contamination
among users by possible skin diseases.
INSTRUCTIONS OF USE
Application of TANYX®
1. Remove the sticker of each gel pad showing "DISCARD";
2. Adhere one gel pad onto each TANYX® electrode. After xed, remove the stickers of
each gel pad showing "PROTECTION". Do not discard these gel pad stickers, since they
should be replaced on each gel pad after the use of the device, for its conservation;
3. Clean and dry the skin application area of TANYX®. If necessary, shave the hairs from
the area (when they are in excess). The application should be at the pain site or as close
to it as possible;
4. If the surface of the gel is not moist and sticky, wet it slightly with the tip of your nger
moistened;
5. Apply the TANYX® device in the area and lightly press the gel pad areas to assure
complete adhesion to the skin surface;
6. Use your TANYX® as described in the following item (TANYX® operation and
adjustment). Each session should last 20 minutes, su cient amount of time to relieve the
pain. If necessary, it can be applied for longer as there is no restriction to the time or
quantity of applications;
7. After the end of the session, turn o the device;
8. After turned o , carefully remove your TANYX® from the application area, detaching
the gel pads from the skin;
9. Replace the pads on each gel (written "PROTECTION") and repack your TANYX® back
into the blister.
The life of the gel pads on the electrodes varies depending upon skin conditions,
duration of stimulation and area of application.
Consult your physician or physiotherapist for the best place to apply and use your
TANYX®.
Must be used in 60 days after gel pad is applied onto the electrode.
TANYX® OPERATION AND ADJUSTMENT
To turn on your TANYX®, press and hold the ON button ( ) for 3 seconds. The LED light will
turn on and it will continue to blink once every second, but it will start signal a blinking
such as Electrocardiograph, monitor or