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- Page 1 Med-Fit Pro Certified Therapeutic Ultrasound Medically Certified Ultrasound User Manual and Treatment Guidelines Please read this User Manual before using your Ultrasound...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
INTRODUCTION .................3 TECHNIQUES OF APPLICATION ............3 FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS ............5 ULTRASOUND TREATMENT SETTINGS AND GUIDELINES ....7 1. FOREWORD ..................9 1.1 General 1.2 Therapy possibilities 1.3 Applicator 2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...............9 2.1 Precautionary definitions 2.2 Caution 2.3 Warning 2.4 Danger 2.5 Adverse reaction 3. -
Page 3: Introduction
The result is a unit with excellent versatility based on simplicity of operation. This manual has been written for the owners and operators of the Med-Fit® Pro Ultrasound. It contains general instructions for operation, precautionary instructions and maintenance recommendations. In order to obtain maximum life and efficiency from your Med-Fit®... - Page 4 Techniques of Applications Treatment area The skin should be clean and dry before applying the coupling gel. The treatment area should be no more than twice the size of ultrasound transducer head. Transmission media (couplant) The higher the water conductive medium, the less the ultrasound energy is absorbed by the medium and the more energy is available to produce thermal effect.
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Page 5: Functions And Controls
Functions and Controls 1. Main body 2. Treatment time button: press the button, the treatment timer display will be changed 0-5-10-15-0minutes. 3. Level setting button: press the button, intensity level settings will be changed L-M-H-L. 4. On/Off button, Pause/Continue button: press button long time, switch on or switch off the device, press button short time, pause or continue treatment. - Page 6 Functions and Controls 7. Ultrasound output indicator: the indicator will flash on and off when the treatment is beginning and ultrasound is being transmitted. 8. Treatment time indicator the indicator will be always on. 9. Intensity level settings: Level L (one bar) LEVEL M (two bars) LEVEL H (three bars) 10.
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Page 7: Ultrasound Treatment Settings And Guidelines
Ultrasound Treatment Settings Pulsed 1:4 Acute Level 1 Pulsed 1:1 Sub Acute Level 2 Continuous Chronic Level 3 Acute Level 1 Intensity Settings Sub Acute Level 2 Chronic Level 3 FAQs Q: When should I do the treatment, in the morning or night? A: You may do treatment at anytime that fits your schedule. - Page 8 Guidelines for Treatment Settings & Conditions Indications for use A. Soft tissue injuries B. Chronic connective tissue and joint dysfunction C. Osteoarthritis D. Periarthritis E. Bursitis F. Tenosynovitis G. Tendonitis, bursitis, capsulitis H. Chronic sprains/strains I. Muscle spasm The following guidelines indicate the most appropriate settings for treating some common conditions. To achieve the best results from the ultrasound therapy it is most important to apply a generous amount of gel to the treatment area and always keep the ultrasound head moving in a slow circular motion.
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Page 9: Foreword
1. Foreword 1.1 General This manual has been written for the users of UT1053. It contains general information on the operation, precautionary practices, and maintenance information of the device. In order to maximise the use, efficiency, and life of the device, please read the manual thoroughly and become familiar with the controls, as well as the accessories before operating the device. -
Page 10: Caution
CAUTION: Text with a “CAUTION” indicator symbol will explain possible safety infractions that could have the potential to cause minor to moderate injury to an individual or damage to equipment. WARNING: Text with a “WARNING” indicator will explain possible safety infractions that will potentially cause serious injury to an individual and/or equipment damage. - Page 11 12. Caution should be used in the presence of the following: When there is a tendency to hamorrhage following acute trauma or fracture. Following recent surgical procedures when muscle contraction may disrupt the healing process. Menstruating or pregnant uterus. Over areas of the skin which lack normal sensation. 13.
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Page 12: Adverse Reaction
18. Consult your doctor or physiotherpist if you are in any doubt whatsoever. 19. Disassembly and modification of equipment is prohibited. 20. If you have had medical or physical treatment, consult with your physician before using this device. 21. If your pain does not improve, becomes seriously chronic or severe, or continues for more than five days, stop using the device and consult with your physician. -
Page 13: Intended Use
3. Intended Use The UT1053 is a portable ultrasound device that generates deep ultrasonic waves within body tissues for the treatment of selected medical conditions such as pain relief, muscle spasm, and joint contractures. 4. Contraindications 1. Do not use over or near bone growth centers (epiphyseal discs) until bone growth is complete. 2. -
Page 14: Installation
5. Installation 5.1 Before use Remove the device and all accessories from box. Inspect the device for damages or missing parts and/or accessories. Report any damage or missing parts or accessories. The case contains the following accessories. Part Quantity Portable Ultrasound Device UT1053 Operating instructions Adapter AC 100-240V 50/60Hz, 0.8A Ultrasound transmission gel... -
Page 15: Operation
6. Operation 6.1 Measures with regards to treatments Before treatment • Ensure there is no contraindications to treatment. Clean the skin of the treatment area with soap or alcohol (70%). • If the skin has excess hair, trim or shave hair for optimal treatment. •... -
Page 16: Operating The Device
During treatment • Move the ultrasound-head in a circular motion. The area treated should be two times the diameter of the applicator. • If experiencing poor transmission of ultrasound energy, it is advised to add more gel or reposition the ultrasound-head. - Page 17 6.2.2 Switch on the device Connect the power adapter according to section 5.3. Press the On/Off for 2 to 3 seconds to switch on the device, which will display treatment time 0, and intensity level L. 6.2.3 Select intensity level and treatment time Press Level setting button to select intensity level L-M-H-L, press treatment time button to select treatment time 0-5-10-15-0 minutes.
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Page 18: Helpful Information
7. Helpful information on using your device How Does Ultrasound Therapy Work? Ultrasound therapy is another form of treatment to help ease the pain and stiffness of sore, injured and/or overworked muscles in addition to speed up healing. Ultrasound Therapy Units produce soundwaves that emanate treatment through ultrasonic vibrations to the troublesome area. - Page 19 Possible treatment areas Shoulder Back Knee Elbow Ankle Foot www.tensmachineuk.com...
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Page 20: Maintenance
8. Maintenance 7.1 Cleaning of the device Switch off the device and disconnect it from the power supply. The device can be cleaned with a damp cloth. Use lukewarm water and a non-abrasive liquid household cleaner (no abrasive, no alcohol content solution). If a more sterile cleaning is needed, use a cloth moistened with an antimicrobial cleaner. -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
11. Troubleshooting NOTE: If the following measures fail to alleviate the problem, please call your authorised agency or supplier. Problem Possible causes Possible solution Display fails to light up Adapter contact failure Ensure adapter is connected. Check the following contacts: •... -
Page 22: Specifications And Technical Data
13. Specifications and Technical Data General information Adapter Input AC100-240V, 50/60Hz, 0.8A Output DC15V/0.4A Safety class Class II, type BF Dimensions 172.4mm(L)*52.6mm(W)*44.5(H) Material of treatment head Aluminum Technical data of ultrasonic Frequency 1MHz±10% Output power 1.5W (duty cycle at 100%) Effective intensity 0.375W/cm Output power... -
Page 23: Emc Information
14. EMC Information Important information regarding Electromagnetic Compatibilty (EMC) • Use of accessories other than those specified or provided by the manufacturer of this equipment could result in increased electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of this equipment and result in improper operation. •... - Page 24 Table 2: Guidance and manufacturer's declaration electromagnetic Emissions Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – Electromagnetic immunity The UT1053 device is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the UT1053 device should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity test IEC 60601 test level Compliance level...
- Page 25 Table 3: Guidance and manufacturer's declaration electromagnetic Emissions Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration – Electromagnetic interference immunity The UT1053 device is intended for use in. the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the UT1053 should assure that it is used in such an environment. Immunity test IEC 60601 test level Compliance level...
- Page 26 Table 4: Recommended Separation Distance Between Portable and Mobile RF Communications Equipment and the UT1053 Device The UT1053 device is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the UT1053 device can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (transmitters) and the UT1053 device, as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
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Page 27: Description Of Symbols
14. Description of Symbols Complies with the European Medical Device Directive (93/42/EEC) and amended by directive 2007/47/EC requirements. Notified body TÜV Rheinland (CE0197) Only for Ultrasonic head: Protected against the effects of temporary immersion in water Keep dry The first number 2: Protected against solid foreign objects of 12,5 mm Ф and greater. The second number: Protected against vertically falling water drops when enclosure tilted up to 15º. - Page 28 This manual is valid for the Med-Fit Pro Ultrasound (UT1053). This user manual is published by Med-Fit UK Ltd. Med-Fit UK Ltd reserves the right to improve and amend it at any time without prior notice. Amendments will however be published...
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