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Dual Action:
Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Device
Transcutaneous Nerve Stimulation Device
Model number 2836AB
®
PLEASE READ THE
USER'S MANUAL CAREFULLY
BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT
USE ONLY AS DIRECTED
If symptoms persist, consult
your healthcare professional

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  • Page 1 ® User’s Manual Dual Action: USE ONLY AS DIRECTED PLEASE READ THE Neuromuscular Electrical Stimulation Device If symptoms persist, consult USER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY Transcutaneous Nerve Stimulation Device your healthcare professional BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT Model number 2836AB...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Safety Precautions Adverse Reactions Instructions for use 16-38 How long should I use Revitive? Step 1: Setting up Revitive for the first time Step 2: Setting up Revitive for use Step 3: Powering Revitive 18-19 Step 4: Using the foot-pads...

  • Page 4: What's In The Box

    If you think anything is missing, please contact us using the helpline numbers on the back of this booklet. Small Electrode Body Pads AC/DC power adapter Large Electrode Thigh Pads Revitive Medic Knee Electrode cord Remote control AAA batteries x 2...

  • Page 5: Parts And Controls

    Parts and Controls Carry handle Control panel/display Power ON/OFF Foot-pads AC/DC power adaptor socket Electrode cord socket IsoRocker® IsoRocker Disabler...
  • Page 6 Parts and Controls Control panel Time Control – /+ TENS Time display Battery indicator Intensity level Intensity Control – /+ Remote control Time Control – /+ Power ON/OFF Intensity Control – /+ TENS...

  • Page 7: Introduction To Revitive

    Introduction to Revitive Intended use Revitive is intended to be used for electrical stimulation of the muscles of the lower leg for the purposes of supporting muscle function, and supporting and improving blood circulation. In addition Revitive is intended to be used for electrical stimulation of sore and aching muscles to relieve pain.

  • Page 8: Indications For Use

    • Immediate post-surgical stimulation of calf muscles to prevent venous thrombosis When using Revitive to deliver Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS), it is intended to provide: • Symptomatic relief and management of chronic, intractable pain • Relief of pain associated with arthritis •...

  • Page 9: How Revitive Works

    The EMS causes muscles in your calf and foot to contract, which helps to increase circulation in your legs. Revitive has been developed so that it is comfortable for you to use. It features a patented IsoRocker® that allows for natural ankle movement when applying the EMS to your feet.

  • Page 10: Important Safeguards

    Important Safeguards Read all instructions before use Who should not use Revitive Revitive should not be used by some people. Do not use if: (contraindications) • You have a cardiac pacemaker, implanted defibrillator, or other implanted electronic device because this may cause electric shock, burns, electrical interference, or death •...

  • Page 11: Warnings And Cautions

    You have suspected or diagnosed heart disease • You have suspected or diagnosed epilepsy • You are unsure about the suitability of the Revitive for you • You are unsure about the cause of your symptoms • If you have a metallic implant, you may experience pain or discomfort near the implant when applying electrical stimulation.
  • Page 12 Important Safeguards Do not apply foot-pads or Electrode Pads directly: • • on open wounds or rashes, swollen, red, infected, or inflamed areas or skin eruptions (such as phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, cellulitis) • on or close to, malignant tumours •...
  • Page 13 When using TENS do not apply to areas of skin that lack sensation • When Not to Use Revitive There are times you should not use Revitive. Do not use Revitive: • with electronic monitoring equipment (such as cardiac monitors, ECG...

  • Page 14: Safety Precautions

    • When using EMS: • It is possible Revitive may reduce the sensation of pain that would normally act as a warning of an underlying problem • If your pain does not improve, gets worse or continues for more than 5 days, stop using the device and seek advice from your doctor •...

  • Page 15: Adverse Reactions

    • It has been reported that some universal remote control devices (eg for TV etc) can change the settings on Revitive if used during a treatment. If this should occur, simply adjust the time or intensity settings on Revitive back to where you want them to be using the Revitive Remote Control, or using the device Control Panel •...

  • Page 16: Instructions For Use

    See ‘What’s in the Box?’ on page 4 to help identify the parts. b Locate the remote control and insert the batteries. Before you use Revitive for the first time, read the Warnings and Cautions on pages 10-14. If in doubt, consult your doctor...

  • Page 17: Step 2: Setting Up Revitive For Use

    IsoRocker and IsoRocker Disabler. • The IsoRocker allows Revitive to rock while stimulating your legs and feet. • Revitive will begin rocking on the IsoRocker once muscle contractions are strong enough. • When the IsoRocker feature is disabled, by opening the IsoRocker Disabler, Revitive will be inclined and not rock during use.

  • Page 18: Step 3: Powering Revitive

    Instructions for use Step 3: Powering Revitive Revitive can be powered from either the rechargeable battery or by connecting it to an electrical socket. Battery power option If you want to use the device without connecting it to an electrical socket, it can run from the battery.
  • Page 19 Power cord option If you want to use the Revitive when the battery is low or to preserve the battery level the Revitive can be used by connecting it to an electrical socket. a Locate the AC/DC power adapter. b Plug the small end of the power cord into the socket on the side of the Revitive.

  • Page 20: Step 4: Using The Foot-Pads

    For best results sit with your knees at a 90 degree angle on the foot-pads (right angle). b Place Revitive on the floor in front of you. Warning: Revitive is designed to be used while seated. Never stand on the Revitive unit.
  • Page 21 Set the time for Revitive. The default time is 30 minutes. You can set the timer for up to 60 minutes. If you do not want to use the default time of 30 minutes, set the time for the number of minutes you want.
  • Page 22 Revitive. Time Display will start to count down in minutes as Revitive cycles through its program. k When Revitive times out, the Time Display reads 00 and you will hear three beeps.

  • Page 23: Step 5: Using The Electrode Pads

    Strengthening your quadriceps muscles may help to support and stabilize the knee, reduce stress on the knee and relieve knee pain. Revitive also comes with one pair of smaller reusable (up to 20-30 applications) Body Pads that can be used to deliver Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) to other parts of the body.
  • Page 24 20 minutes, once a day, 5 days per week. Find a routine that works for you, perhaps using the Thigh Pads Monday - Friday and not at the weekend. Do not use Revitive more than 6 sessions of 30 minutes (or the equivalent) per day. This may result in muscle fatigue.
  • Page 25 Revitive Thigh Pads are designed to be used while seated. The Thigh Pads are only suitable for use on the thigh muscle with the Revitive Medic Knee device in EMS mode and will not be effective for any other areas of the body.
  • Page 26 See page 29 for instructions on how to use in TENS mode. Set the time for the number of minutes you want to use Revitive. The default time for the Thigh Pads is 20 minutes. You can use the buttons on the device or remote control.
  • Page 27 Adjusting the intensity level - At the start of therapy there will be 30 seconds of stimulation to help you set the right intensity level. This is followed by a rest period of 30 seconds, when you will feel no stimulation. For the remainder of the therapy session you will feel 10 seconds of stimulation, followed by a 20 second rest period which repeats until the end of therapy.
  • Page 28 The time control/display will start to count down in minutes as Revitive cycles through its program. m When Revitive times out, the time display reads 00 and you will hear three beeps. n Revitive switches itself off automatically.
  • Page 29 Replace the Thigh Pads onto their plastic liner after use. q Unplug the Electrode cord from the socket on Revitive.

  • Page 30: Using The Electrode Body Pads For Tens

    Step 5.2: for pain relief using Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) It is recommended to use Revitive, in TENS mode for 20-30 minutes per session, for immediate pain relief. TENS mode may be used as and when required. a Clean and dry around the knee where you will place the Body Pads (see next page for positioning instructions).
  • Page 31 Gently press one Body Pad above the knee (1), and one Body Pad below the knee(2), with the adhesive side against the skin. Find a placement that best surrounds your most concentrated area of pain. Do not place directly on the knee joint. DO NOT PLACE BODY PADS ON YOUR: ✖...
  • Page 32 Recommended Body Pad placements are shown below: Back of Upper back Shoulder ✔ ✔ Inside of Ankle/foot Elbow Lower back ✔ ✔ Outside of Calf Ankle/foot Revitive Body Pads are designed to be used while seated.
  • Page 33 TENS symbol on the display. Set the time for the number of minutes you want to use Revitive. The default time in TENS mode is 30 minutes. You can set the timer for up to 60 minutes. You can use the buttons on the control panel or remote control.
  • Page 34 The Time display will start to count down in minutes as Revitive cycles through its program. When Revitive times out, you will hear three beeps, and the device will switch itself off automatically.
  • Page 35 Do not pull the Body Pads off the skin using the Electrode Cord as this may damage the cords. m Replace the Body Pads onto their plastic liner after use. n Unplug the Electrode Cord from the socket on Revitive.

  • Page 36: Switching Between Ems And Tens Mode

    Instructions for use Step 5.3: Switching between EMS and TENS mode To change between EMS and TENS mode, press the button of the stimulation mode you require on the remote control. During use, switching from EMS to TENS mode (or vice versa), will reset the timer back to the relevant default time.

  • Page 37: Step 6: Recharging The Battery

    Instructions for use Step 6: Recharging the battery Revitive can be powered from either the rechargeable battery or by connecting it to an electrical socket. a Locate the AC/DC power adapter. b Plug the small end of the power cord into the socket on the side of the Revitive.

  • Page 38: Step 7: Cleaning And Storing

    Wipe down the foot-pads with a soft damp cloth. Do not clean with chemicals. Do not immerse Revitive in water. c Store Revitive in a cool, dry and dust-free location. Store out of direct sunlight. d Place Electrode Pads onto the plastic liner.

  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Solution Revitive is on (lights Not placing both bare feet on the Ensure that your feet are bare and illuminated on the LED foot-pads at the same time. each foot is placed on each of the display) but I cannot feel foot-pads at the same time.
  • Page 40 Plug device in an electrical socket and charge battery or run using the power cord option. Revitive is not vibrating. REVITIVE IS NOT DESIGNED TO VIBRATE. The IsoRocker is not It is the muscles in your legs The IsoRocker will only rock when "rocking".
  • Page 41 Therapy has started and has You will need to wait for up to 20 Pads, I can’t feel the reached the rest period. seconds before the stimulation will stimulation in my start again. thigh. For more information including Frequently Asked Questions, please visit www.revitive.com...

  • Page 42: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Name of product Revitive Medic Knee Model 2836AB Weight 1.5kg Ø360mm x 75mm: Isorocker enabled Ø360mm x 100.5mm: Isorocker disabled Dimensions 5cm x 5cm 25cm (2in x 2in x 0.04in): area of Body Pads 12.5 cm x 10 cm 125 cm (4.92in x 2in x 0.04in):...
  • Page 43 Pulse Duration: Body: 450µs Foot: 450-970µs Frequency: Foot: 20 to 44Hz, Body: 32.5Hz Net Charge @ 500Ω Foot: [0.001]mC Body: [0.002]mC Maximum Phase Charge @ 500 Ω Foot: 51μC Body: 30μC Maximum Current Density Foot: 0.028 mA/cm² Body: 0.111 mA/cm² Foot: 0.73 mW/cm²...
  • Page 44 Technical Specifications Pulse Width: 200µS (30µS inter phase delay) Frequency (Hz) 80-130 Hz For multiphasic waveforms only: Symmetrical phases Phase Duration 100µS Net Charge (per pulse @ 500Ω) 0μC Maximum Phase Charge (@ 500Ω) 10μC Maximum Current Density (@ 500Ω) 0.104 mA/cm²...

  • Page 45: Symbols

    Symbols Contraindications, Warnings and Cautions Make sure you understand these before using the Revitive Power Time Remaining Intensity Level EMS Mode TENS Mode IsoRocker Disabler Center Positive Polarity Class II medical electrical equipment double insulated Type BF medical electrical equipment...
  • Page 46 Symbols Ingress Protection Rating Use-by date YYYY MM DD 158°F -4°F Humidity, temperature and air pressure limit for storage and transport 1060 hPa 500 hPa Humidity, temperature and air pressure limit for operating 104°F conditions 50°F After any exposure to hot or cold temperatures outside the specified operating range of 50 - 104°F allow the product to re-adjust to the 1060 hPa recommended operating temperatures to ensure continued product...

  • Page 47: Warranty

    It is important to retain the retailer’s receipt as proof EXCLUSIONS: of purchase. Staple your receipt to this back cover 1 Actegy Ltd, manufacturer of Revitive devices, for future reference. shall not be liable to replace the goods under the...
  • Page 48 Toll free: 1-877-260-3114 Copyright © 2019 Actegy Ltd. All rights reserved. Actegy®, Revitive® Revitive Medic®, Circulation Booster® and IsoRocker® are registered trademarks of Actegy Ltd. The Revitive product is a proprietary design and is protected by applicable design laws. 5737_IFU01_16970667 P.D 12.2019...

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