Contraindications - Slendertone ReVise S5 Mode D'emploi

C ONT RA -INDIC ATIONS :
C ONT RA -INDICATIONS:
Do not use if:
• You have an electronic implant (e.g. cardiac pacemaker or defibrillator,
as 5 may interfere with the proper functioning of
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the implanted stimulator) or if you suffer from any other heart prob-
lem.
• You suffer from cancer or have cancerous lesions. The effects of
electronic stimulation on cancerous tissue are unknown.
• You suffer from epilepsy.
• You have recently undergone a surgical procedure.
• Following acute trauma or fracture.
• You have any other form of electronic implant. The safety has not
been established for the use of electronic muscle stimulators over
electronic implants.
• You are pregnant. The safety of electronic muscle stimulation (EMS)
over the pregnant uterus has not been established.
• You are under medical supervision for cognitive dysfunction as you
may not be able to comply with safety instructions.
• In cases of critical ischemia of the limbs.
• The unit is in close proximity (e.g., 1 yard) to shortwave or microwave
therapy equipment or you are connected to high-frequency surgical
equipment (e.g. diathermy), because of the risk of device malfunction
due to electronic interference.
• Wearing the device necessitates placement over areas at which drugs/
medicines are administered (short-term or long-term) by injection
(e.g., hormone treatment ).
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PRE CAU T IONS:
PREC AU T IONS:
• Get your doctor's permission before using
- You wish to use
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should also ensure the intensity is kept low.
- You have any serious illness or injury not mentioned in this guide.
- You take insulin for diabetes.
- You suffer from muscle or joint problems.
- You experience any irritation, skin reaction, hypersensitivity, or
other adverse reaction. You should, however, note that some red-
dening of the skin under the GelPads is quite normal during and for
a short time after an exercise session.
• After strenuous exercise or exertion, always use a lower intensity to
avoid muscle fatigue.
• Contact or an authorized dealer if your unit is not working
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correctly. Do not use in the meantime.
• An effective session should not cause undue discomfort.
• For first time users, muscle stimulation can be an unusual sensation.
We recommend that you begin in a seated position with low stimulation
intensity settings to familiarize yourself with the sensation before
progressing to higher intensity settings.
• Keep your unit out of the reach of children.
• The leads and GelPads must not be connected to other objects.
• Do not use your unit at the same time as any other device which
transfers an electrical current into the body (e.g., another stimulator).
• Do not touch the GelPads or lead pins while the unit is switched on.
• Do not use while driving, operating machinery or cycling.
• Cease using your unit if you are feeling light headed or faint. Consult
your doctor if this happens.
• Do not over exert yourself when using muscle stimulation. Any workout
should be at a level comfortable for you.
• Do not place GelPads over jewellry or body piercings.
• will not accept responsibility if the guidelines and instruc-
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tions supplied with this unit are not followed
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