Compex Performance - Manual (Page 254)

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I WARNINGS
1. Counter-indications
2. Safety measures
Important counter-indications
■
Cardiac stimulator (pacemaker)
■
Epilepsy
■
Pregnancy (do not use on abdominal
region)
■ Serious arterial circulation problems
in lower limbs
■
Abdominal or inguinal hernia
Precautions when using the
Compex
■ After trauma or a recent operation
(less than 6 months)
■
Muscular atrophy
■
Persistent pains
■
Need for muscular rehabilitation
Osteosynthesis equipment
The presence of osteosynthesis
equipment (metallic equipment in contact
with the bone: pins, screws, plates,
prostheses, etc.) is not a counter-
indication for the use of Compex
programmes. The electrical currents of
the Compex are specially designed to have
no harmful effect on osteosynthesis
equipment.
Important!
■
Do not use Compex stimulator
programmes if you have sensitivity
problems.
■ Never use the Compex for prolonged
periods without medical advice.
■
Consult your doctor if you are in any
doubt whatsoever.
■
Read this manual carefully, in
particular chapter VII, which provides
information concerning the effects
and indications of each stimulation
programme.
What you should not do with
the Compex and the
m system
■
Do not use the Compex or the
m-4 system in water or in a
humid atmosphere (sauna,
hydrotherapy, etc.).
■
Do not use the Compex or m-4
system in oxygen-rich environments.
■
Never carry out an initial stimulation
session on a person who is standing.
The first five minutes of stimulation
must always be performed on a
person who is sitting or lying down.
In rare instances, people of a nervous
disposition may experience a
vasovagal reaction. This is of
psychological origin and is connected
with a fear of the muscle stimulation
as well as surprise at seeing one of
their muscles contract without having
intentionally contracted it themselves.
A vasovagal reaction causes heart to
slow down and blood pressure to
drop, which can make you feel weak
and faint. If this does occur, all that is
required is to stop the stimulation and
lie down with the legs raised until the
feeling of weakness disappears (5 to
10 minutes).
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