TENS" is the acronym for Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation. A "TENS unit" is a pocket size, portable,
battery-operated device that sends electrical impulses to certain parts of the body to block pain signals.
A TENS unit treats many kinds of pain. It can help lessen acute (short-term) pain,
like after surgery or an accident. Chronic (long-term) pain, like PHN or cancer pain may
also be lessened with a TENS Unit. Some people have trouble taking pain medicine. TENS is a safe, drug-free way to help
control.
The electrical currents produced are mild, but can prevent pain messages from being transmitted to the brain and
may raise the level of endorphins (natural pain killers produced by the brain).
Electrodes are attached to the surface of the skin over or near the area where you are experiencing pain.
It is important that you learn how to:
correctly place the electrodes on your body (read enclosed directions)
operate the unit
change the batteries
vary the controls and settings to find best for you(both the frequency and voltage)
set the proper duration and intensity of the stimulation (which depends on the location and type of pain)
TENS units are prescribed for both acute pain and chronic pain conditions such as:
arthritis
joint pain
muscle pain
phn
fibromyalgia
Risks: TENS should not be used for people who have a heart pacemaker. The signals from the TENS unit could interfere
with how the pacemaker works. Care should be taken when using TENS if you have any heart problems. Pregnant women
should not use TENS. It is not yet known how TENS may effect an unborn baby. Do not put the TENS electrodes on your
head or neck if you have problems with your blood or blood vessels. Also, do not put the electrodes on your head or
neck if you have seizures (convulsions).
For some chronic pain patients, the Ultima 11 can provide post herpetic neuralgia pain relief that can last for several hours...
NOTE: Apply Menastil, let the topical application dry, and within 15 minutes of application
apply the Ultima 11. This is HIGHLY EFFECTIVE as it causes the topical solution to be driven deeper to deliver
and achieve an even higher level of PHN pain relief.
The Ultima 11
Channel.............................Dual
Output..............................Max 130mA at peak over 500 Ohm
Pulse Width.........................50 ?S to 250 ?S adjustable
Pulse Rate..........................1 Hz to 150 Hz adjustable
Wave Form
* Symmetrical bi-phasic rectangular
* Asymmetrical bi-phasic rectangular
* Monophasic rectangular
Mode................................11
Mode Constant 1: relax pain area
Mode Constant 2: endorphin stimulation
Mode Constant 3: selective blocking of pain
Mode Burst 1: 1 train any 3 seconds
Mode Burst 2: 1 train any 1.5 seconds
Mode Burst 3: 1 train any 0.75 second
Mode Modulation SW - Pulse Rate Sweep modulation
Mode Modulation 2F - Pulse Rate Dual Frequencies modulation
Mode Modulation SW Preset Frequency & Pulse Rate Sweep Modulation
Mode ACUTE Pain (Preset)
Mode CHRONIC Pain (Preset)
Treatment............................Treatment Continuous,or for
15, 30,45,60,90 minute sessions.
Timer................................Timer selectable
Power................................Power 2 x 1.5v AA Alkaline batteries
Features:
1. Large LCD screen
2. True digital - all controls enclosed
3. Five year warranty
4. Back to zero output when changing mode.
5. Restart on last mode.
6. Treatment timer count down and auto off.
7. All parameters can be locked or unlocked.
8. Auto record of treatment time accumulatively.
9. Low battery warning.
10. Auto shut off when both channel output are zero and not in use for 5 min.
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