Precautions - EMS MEGAPULSE SENIOR 265 User Manual

Precautions

The function of certain implanted electrical devices, for example
pacemakers, may be adversely affected during treatment with
shortwave therapy. In case of doubt, the advice of the physician in
charge of the patient should be sought.
The function of other patient connected equipment may be adversely
affected by the operation of shortwave therapy equipment.
Hearing aids should be removed.
Treatment should not be given through clothing although it is
permissible to treat through a dressing or plaster in pulsed modes.
In pulsed modes areas containing internal metallic implants may be
treated at low power levels (less than 5 W average power) without
special precautions.
At average power levels above 5 W the following additional
precautions apply:
External conductive material should be removed from the immediate
treatment area.
Patients should not be allowed to come into contact with conductive
parts which are earthed or which have an appreciable capacitance to
earth and which may provide unwanted pathways for the radio-
frequency current. In particular, beds or chairs with metal frames
should not be used.
The connecting cables associated with electrodes should be
positioned in such a way that contact with the patient or conductive
or energy absorbing objects is avoided. The Megapulse Senior 265
has cable retaining clips on both electrode arms.
The electrode cables should be positioned so that they do not
contact the body work or top panel of the equipment during use.
Maximise the distance between the leads and ensure that they never
touch during the treatment to avoid any inductive effect. Avoid any
unnecessary user contact with the leads during treatment.
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