Chattanooga Group Intelect TENS Manuel D'instructions page 7

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PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Caution: Federal law (USA) restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician. Keep out of reach of children.
Indications: Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation (TENS) devices are used for the symptomatic relief and management of
chronic (long-term) intractable pain and as part of treatment in the management of acute pain problems after surgery or
trauma.
Contraindications: TENS devices can affect the operation of cardiac pacemakers. In patients with known myocardial disease
or arrhythmias, TENS should be used only with consultation and evaluation by a physician. Do not use TENS on the eyelids.
Do not place electrodes directly over the carotid sinus nerves or arteries, and laryngeal or pharyngeal muscles. Do not apply
TENS for undiagnosed pain syndromes until etiology is established. Any electrode placement that causes current to flow
transcerebrally (through the head) is not allowed.
Warnings: This device should be used only under the continued supervision of a physician. TENS is ineffective for pain of
central origin (in the central nervous system). TENS is of no curative value but is a symptomatic treatment which suppresses
pain sensation which would otherwise serve as a protective mechanism on the outcome of the clinical process. Safety of
TENS devices for use during pregnancy or delivery has not been established. For external use only. Electronic equipment such
as EKG monitors and EKG alarms may not operate properly when TENS is in use.
Precautions: Avoid adjusting controls while operating machinery or vehicles. Turn the stimulator off before applying or
removing electrodes. Long term stimulation at the same electrode site may cause skin irritation. If TENS therapy becomes
ineffective or unpleasant, stimulation should be discontinued until its use is re-evaluated by the physician or therapist. Use
only for the specific pain problem prescribed by physician. Effectiveness is dependent upon patient selection.
Adverse Reactions: Possible allergic reaction to tape or gel. Possible skin irritation or electrode burn under electrode. If skin
irritation persists, discontinue use and consult a physician.
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