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Additional EMI source examples: Inductive
Therapeutic magnets - Therapeutic magnets (for example, those found in bracelets,
back braces, shoe inserts and mattress pads) can cause inadvertent on or off activations
of the neurostimulator. Therefore, patients should be advised not to use them.
Theft detectors and security screening devices (such as those found in airports,
libraries, and some department stores) - Advise patients to use care when approaching
theft detectors and security screening devices because these devices can turn their
neurostimulator on or off.
When approaching these devices, patients should do the following:
1. If security personnel are present, patients should show them their neurostimulator
identification card and request a manual search. Security personnel may use a
handheld security wand, but patients should ask the security personnel to avoid
placing the wand over the neurostimulator.
2. If patients must pass through the security device, they should approach the center of
the device and walk normally (Figure 2).
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If two security gates are present, they should walk through the middle, keeping as
far away as possible from each gate.
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If one gate is present, they should walk as far away as possible from it.
Note: Some theft detectors may not be visible.
3. Patients should proceed through the security device. Patients should not touch, lean
on or linger near the security device.
4. If patients suspect that their neurostimulator was turned off, they should make sure
someone is able to turn on the system again. (This person could be the patient, if his
or her medical condition allows it. It could also be a family member or clinician who
has been taught how to use the system.)
Double security gate
Figure 2. Approaching security gates.
Single security gate
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