Precautions - Boston Scientific SC-5210 Manuel

Patient System Handbook
Always be aware of your surroundings, particularly near theft detectors/security screeners. Ask for assistance to go around these
devices if you feel at all uncomfortable.

Precautions

Physician training is required.
Medical Devices/Therapies. The following medical therapies or procedures may turn stimulation off or may cause permanent
damage to the Stimulator, particularly if used in close proximity to the device:
• lithotripsy — high-output sound or shock waves often used to treat gall stones and kidney stones
• electrocautery — the use of a heated electric probe to stop bleeding during surgery
• external defibrillation — the use of electrically charged paddles to restart the heart in an emergency
• radiation therapy — ionizing energy commonly used to treat cancer
• ultrasonic scanning — very high frequency sound waves used to produce images of internal organs or tissue for diagnostic
purposes
• high-output ultrasound — high frequency sound waves which may be applied as physical therapy to treat certain bone/muscle
injuries, or for muscle stimulation, or to improve blood flow
Before having procedures, medical therapies, or diagnostics, have your healthcare professional call his/her designated sales
representative for proper instructions.
Automobiles and Other Equipment. Do not operate an automobile, other motorized vehicle, or any potentially dangerous
machinery/equipment with therapeutic stimulation switched on. Turn off stimulation first. Sudden stimulation changes, if they occur,
may distract you from attentive operation of the vehicle or equipment.
Post Operative. During the two weeks following surgery, it is important to use extreme care so that appropriate healing will secure the
implanted components and close the surgical incisions:
• Do not lift objects of more than five pounds.
• Do not engage in rigorous physical activity such as twisting, bending, or climbing.
• If new leads were implanted, do not raise your arms above your head.
Temporarily, there may be some pain in the area of the implant as the incisions heal. If discomfort continues beyond two weeks,
contact your physician.
If you notice excessive redness around the wound areas during this time, contact your physician to check for infection and administer
proper treatment. In rare cases, adverse tissue reaction to implanted materials can occur during this period.
Be sure to consult your physician before making lifestyle changes due to decreases in pain.
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