Rehabtronics Inc. HSST1 Manuel D’Utilisation
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Safety Information
Contraindications
Do not use the Hand Stimulator System if a pacemaker or any other critical medical electrical
equipment is in use. There is a remote chance that Hand Stimulator System may interfere with
such devices.
equipment is in use. There is a remote chance that Hand Stimulator System may interfere with
such devices.
Do not use the Hand Stimulator System if fractures or dislocations of the fingers, wrist or elbow
are present. Use of the Hand Stimulator System with these conditions may complicate the
existing injury.
are present. Use of the Hand Stimulator System with these conditions may complicate the
existing injury.
Do not use the Hand Stimulator System on areas where a cancerous lesion is present or
suspected. Electrical stimulation over cancerous lesions may complicate the condition.
suspected. Electrical stimulation over cancerous lesions may complicate the condition.
Warnings
The long term effects of chronic electronic stimulation are unknown. Discontinue use and
consult a medical professional if any adverse effects are experienced.
consult a medical professional if any adverse effects are experienced.
Never attempt to use the Hand Stimulator to stimulate parts of the body other than the hand
and forearm. Stimulation to other areas such as the head, neck or torso can result in serious
injury or death.
and forearm. Stimulation to other areas such as the head, neck or torso can result in serious
injury or death.
Do not use the Hand Stimulator on, or close to injured, swollen, infected, or inflamed areas of
the skin. Doing so may complicate the existing condition or prolong healing.
the skin. Doing so may complicate the existing condition or prolong healing.
Long term use can cause skin irritation. Discontinue use if you experience skin pain or a rash on
your arm that doesn't fade within 1 hour.
your arm that doesn't fade within 1 hour.
Interference is possible between the Hand Stimulator and other electrical equipment.
o Do not use the device with any surgical equipment, or while near diagnostic equipment
such as MRI, CT and ultrasound machines.
o Do not use the device within 1 meter of any shortwave or microwave therapy
equipment, as this may affect the performance of the Hand Stimulator.
Do not use while driving, operating machinery, or during any activity in which involuntary
muscle contractions may result in injury.
muscle contractions may result in injury.
Do not immerse the STIM, HMS or DOCK in water. Doing so may result in electrical shock and
damage to the device.
damage to the device.
Never attempt to disassemble, modify or repair any components of the system. Doing so may
result in electrical shock and damage to the device.
result in electrical shock and damage to the device.
Do not use if any component is visibly damaged. Wires, connectors and enclosures should be
inspected for defects, breaks and obstructions before every use.
inspected for defects, breaks and obstructions before every use.
Do not probe under the GARMENT with fingers or other objects while the STIM is actively
stimulating. Doing so may result in electrical shock.
stimulating. Doing so may result in electrical shock.