Bio Protech MAXEMS 1000 Dual Channel Analog EMS Unit

Bio Protech MAXEMS 1000 Analog Unit Features

• This EMS Unit is fully adjustable
• Convenience
• Sturdy construction with an attractive appearance
• Protective cover to guard against accidental setting changes
• Zero Start Feature (Shock Prevention)

MAXEMS Analog EMS Unit User Manual

Indications for Use

• Relaxation of muscle spasms
• Prevention or reterdation of disuse atophy
• Increasing local blood circulation
• Muscle re-education
• Immediate post-surgical stimulation of calf muscles to prevent venous thrombosis
• Maintaining or increasing range of motion

Frequently Bought Together

• Bio Protech Elite Silver Film Tricot Electrode
• BioMedical Tens Prep Wipes
• BioMedical Electrolyte Solution And Skin Prep Spray

How to use Bio Protech Maxems 1000?

Protocol for the safe application of EMS

1. Check contraindications with patient
2. Test skin for normal sensation using blunt/sharp test
3. EMS device should be switched off and electrode leads disconnected
4. Set electrical characteristics of EMS while device is switched off. They should be prescribed
5. Connect electrodes to pins on lead wire and position electrodes on patient’s skin
6. Ensure EMS device is still switched off and connect the electrode wire to the EMS device
7. Switch the EMS device ON
8. Gradually (slowly) increase the intensity until the patient experiences the first ‘tingling’ sensation from the stimulator
9. Gradually (slowly) increase the intensity further until the patient experiences a ‘strong but comfortable’ tingling sensation
10. This intensity should not be painful.

Protocol for the safe termination of EMS

1. Gradually (slowly) decrease the intensity until the patient experiences no tingling sensation
2. Switch the EMS device OFF
3. Disconnect the electrode wire from the EMS device
4. Disconnect electrodes from the pins on lead wire
5. Remove the electrodes from the patient’s skin

Maintenance, Transportation & Storage of MAXEMS 1000

• Non-flammable cleaning solution is suitable for cleaning the device. Note: Do not smoke or work with open flames (for example, candles, etc.) when working with flammable liquids
• Stains and spots can be removed with a cleaning agent
• Do not submerge the device in liquids or expose it to large amounts of water
• Return the device to the carrying box with sponge foam to ensure that the unit is well-protected before transportation
• If the device is not to be used for a long period of time, remove the batteries from the battery compartment (acid may leak from used batteries and damage the device). Put the device and accessories in carrying box and keep it in a cool dry place
• The packed MAXEMS 1000 should be stored and transported under the temperature range of -10℃~40℃(14℉ ~104℉), relative humidity 30% ~ 75%, atmosphere pressure 700 hPa ~ 1060hPa

Precautions

• Safety of powered muscle stimulators for use during pregnancy has not been established
• Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed heart problems
• Caution should be used for patients with suspected or diagnosed epilepsy
• Caution should be used in the presence of the following:
  a) When there is a tendency to hemorrhage following acute trauma or fracture
  b) Following recent surgical procedures when muscle contraction may disrupt the healing process
  c) Over the menstruating or pregnant uterus
  d) Over areas of the skin which lack normal sensation
• Some patients may experience skin irritation or hypersensitivity due to the electrical stimulation or electrical conductive medium. The irritation can usually be reduced by using an alternate conductive medium or alternate electrode placement
• Electrode placement and stimulation settings should be based on the guidance of the prescribing practitioner
• Powered muscle stimulators should be kept out of the reach of children
• Powered muscle stimulators should be used only with the leads and electrodes recommended for use by the manufacturer
• Portable powered muscle stimulators should not be used while driving, operating machinery, or during any activity in which involuntary muscle contractions may put the user at undue risk of injury.

Warnings

1. The long-term effects of chronic electrical stimulation are unknown
2. Stimulation should not be applied over the carotid sinus nerves, particularly in patients with a known sensitivity to the carotid sinus reflex
3. Stimulation should not be applied over the neck or mouth. Severe spasm of the laryngeal and pharyngeal muscles may occur and the contractions may be strong enough to close the airway or cause difficulty in breathing
4. Stimulation should not be applied transthoracically in that the introduction of electrical current into the heart may cause cardiac arrhythmias
5. Stimulation should not be applied transcerebrally
6. Stimulation should not be applied over swollen, infected, or inflamed areas or skin eruptions, e.g., phlebitis, thrombophlebitis, varicose veins, etc
7. Stimulation should not be applied over, or in proximity to, cancerous lesions
8. Remove batteries if the unit is not used for a long period of time
9. Do not apply stimulation before attaching electrodes on the skin
10. During stimulation, do not touch the patient and treatment site at a time
11. Do not apply stimulation in the presence of electronic monitoring equipment (e.g., cardiac monitors, ECG alarms), which may not operate properly when the electrical stimulation device is in use.