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TensCare itouch sure Instructions For Use Manual

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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE...
  • Page 2 QUICKSTART GUIDE Connect the unit with the Insert the vaginal probe vaginal probe Button P Press and hold the ON button Select the programme by to switch the device on pressing the button P DOWN Regulate the output intensity with Press and hold the OFF button the buttons ▲...
  • Page 3 Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing itouch sure. TensCare stands for high-quality, thoroughly tested products for the applications in the areas of gentle electrotherapy, muscle toning, continence management and pain relief during labour. Please read these instructions for use carefully and keep them for later use and observe the information they contain.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    10. CONTENT ......................16 11. UNIT INFORMATION ..................17 11.1. CONTROLS & DISPLAY ................. 17 11.2. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ..............18 12. SETTING UP AND USING THE ITOUCH SURE ..........20 12.1. INSTALLATION OF BATTERIES ............. 20 12.2. CONNECTING LEAD WIRE ..............21 12.3.
  • Page 6 SYMBOLS USED Attention! Please follow the instructions in the user’s instructions for use. TYPE BF EQUIPMENT: Equipment providing a degree of protection against electric shock, with isolated applied part. Indicates that this device has conductive contact with the end user. This symbol on the unit means “Refer to instructions for use”.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    The itouch sure is very easy to use, with four clearly labelled preset training programmes and a simple push button control. The itouch sure provides relief from conditions such as: •...

  • Page 8: Itouch Sure Features

    3. ITOUCH SURE 4. PELVIC FLOOR FEATURES EXERCISES • Single Channel 4.1. PELVIC FLOOR MUSCLES Single channel unit provides relief from symptoms of all types of incontinence The “FLOOR” of your pelvis is made up via a tampon-shaped probe. of layers of muscles that support the •...
  • Page 9 • In women, voluntary contractions sag down into the vagina. It is very common in the United Kingdom and (squeezing) of the pelvic floor occurs in about 40% of women. contribute to sexual sensation and Symptoms tend become arousal. exacerbated towards the end of each day and if left untreated, they will However pelvic floor muscles may generally worsen over time.

  • Page 10: Performing Pelvic Floor Exercises

    If you are successful, then you know you 8) Using your itouch sure pelvic floor are exercising the correct muscles. stimulator in conjunction with Kegel exercises will give you a better...

  • Page 11: Types Of Incontinence

    6. HOW ‘EMS’ WORKS 5. TYPES INCONTINENCE E.M.S. stands for Electrical Muscle Stimulation and has successfully been There are three types of incontinence: used in medical rehabilitation and Stress, Urge, and Mixed. training in competitive sports. EMS produces intensive effective muscular contraction.

  • Page 12: Contraindications, Warnings & Cautions

    Notes are used to provide designed to soothe your bladder clarification muscles rather than exercise your recommendation. pelvic floor. Itouch sure uses a gentler, low frequency setting which promotes release of endorphins and reduces CONTRAINDICATIONS: involuntary contractions of the bladder •...
  • Page 13 Do NOT use if you have, in the infants. area being treated: active or Caution should be observed suspected cancer or undiagnosed pain when using the itouch sure at with a history of cancer. Stimulation high strength settings. Prolonged use at directly through...
  • Page 14 Do not share section 17. Electrodes with smaller your itouch sure probe with anyone surface area may cause tissue irritation. else. Improper treatment or cross- infection may occur.

  • Page 15: Information About The Programme Settings

    • Pulse Width (measured in μs - millionths of a second) The itouch sure unit has pulse widths of 200 to 300 μs. Generally speaking, the higher the pulse width, the more "aggressive" the stimulation feels, if the...

  • Page 16: Programmes

    successful treatment requires 9. PROGRAMMES stimulation once a day for one to three months. Improvement starts becoming 9.1. PROGRAMME SETTINGS apparent after about four weeks. Prog STRES URGE MIXED TONE The sensation is like a strong drawing in of the muscles of the vagina, pulling Freq.

  • Page 17: Content

    TONE: 10. CONTENT Shown on the screen as: TONE The pack contains: Once the pelvic floor muscles have been strengthened with itouch sure, • 1 itouch sure continence continue to exercise them. stimulator unit • 1 x Lead wire (L-IT1-NEW) Regular use of this programme, about •...

  • Page 18: Unit Information

    11. UNIT INFORMATION 11.1. CONTROLS & DISPLAY Programme selected Lock button Time remaining (min) Strength Low Battery selected (mA) Programme selector ON button Strength up Time selector OFF button Strength down Output active indicator...

  • Page 19: Operating Instructions

    During start up to stop the increase in connected to you (probe inserted strength at any time, press any key correctly). Itouch sure detects a once. disconnection automatically returns the strength to zero.
  • Page 20 If you hold down this key for 3 to 5 seconds, you can PAUSE the timer, MEMORY allowing you to interrupt the treatment The itouch sure has a Memory with session, and resume it later. Return to three functions: main screen by pressing any other key.

  • Page 21: Setting Up And Using The Itouch Sure

    3) Memory Reset. To reset memory to Rechargeable batteries zero, hold down the TIMER and ▼ The unit will work with rechargeable buttons together for 3 to 5 seconds. batteries, but the display may appear dim. Average Storage strength Time used Remove batteries from your itouch used in hours...

  • Page 22: Connecting Lead Wire

    Caution Do not mix old, new or different types of batteries as this may lead to battery leakage or low 12.3. PREPARING battery indication. SESSION 1) Before using itouch sure you will Disposal: Always dispose of batteries need to visit the toilet. responsibly according local...

  • Page 23: Training Session

    Note: The strength required The probe will naturally position itself varies widely between users - with the widest part of the flange some will use the itouch sure at full vertically. power – 99.5 mA. The itouch sure strength will...
  • Page 24 4-5 on, as the resulting aches may not be seconds, followed by a rest period of 8- felt until the next day. 10 seconds. The itouch sure causes a sensation which feels like a strong Note: experience...

  • Page 25: After Your Training Session

    3) The itouch sure will not only and to regain function. improve your pelvic floor muscles but also help you to recognise the...

  • Page 26: How To Insert The Anal Probe

    13.2. HOW TO INSERT THE parts facing hip-to-hip. Anal probes ANAL PROBE with circular electrodes (the metal part) should be inserted simply to the 1) Before using itouch sure you will desired depth. need to visit the toilet. 2) Lubricate metal...

  • Page 27: Emc

    To comply with the Directive, you can order from TensCare, by telephone return your old electro-therapy unit to us using a credit or debit card, or through for disposal.

  • Page 28: Warranty

    TensCare Ltd. Warning: Do NOT use silicone based or hybrid (mixed water and silicone) lubricants. We will repair, or at our option replace...
  • Page 29 For hygiene reasons, please do not include used probe or electrode pads. Send only the unit and the lead wire. Please return the unit and warranty card (see page 32): TensCare Ltd PainAway House, 9 Blenheim Road, Longmead Business Park, Epsom, Surrey...

  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    If no LOCK is showing, remove and replace the batteries. No sensation The itouch sure has a safety feature which will not allow the intensity to pass and LEADS 20.0 mA if the machine detects a connection error. If a connection error is alarm showing detected the intensity will return to 00.0 mA and the screen will flash LEADS.
  • Page 31 TensCare or your local dealer (address on back cover) for advice. Contact TensCare customer service on +44 (0) 1372 723 434. Our staff are trained to assist you with most issues you may have experienced, without the need to send your...

  • Page 32: General Specification

    20. GENERAL SPECIFICATION Waveform Asymmetrical rectangular Amplitude (over 500 Ohm load) 99.5 mA +/- 10% Max intensity 50V zero to peak Constant voltage over 470-1500 Ohm Constant current over 160-470 Ohm Output plug Fully shielded Channels Single channel Total output limited to 25 μC per pulse Max Pulse energy Batteries 2 x AA alkaline (two AA batteries) or 2 x AA NiMH...
  • Page 33 PLEASE RETAIN THIS WARRANTY CARD. RETURN THIS PORTION ONLY WHEN YOU RETURN YOUR PRODUCT FOR REPAIR UNDER WARRANTY. NAME: ADDRESS: POSTCODE: DAYTIME TELEPHONE: E-MAIL: MODEL: DATE OF PURCHASE: ATTACH PROOF OF PURCHASE DO NOT SEND IN PROBE OR ELECTRODE PADS RETAILERS NAME: RETAILERS ADDRESS: RETAILERS POSTCODE:...

  • Page 34: Notes

    NOTES...
  • Page 35 TensCare aim to give you the best possible product and service. We listen to your suggestions and are constantly trying to improve our products. We also want to learn about the way our products are used, and the benefits they give. If you have anything you would like to share with us, please contact: www.tenscare.co.uk...
  • Page 36 Distributed by: Manufactured by: TensCare Ltd, 9 Blenheim Road, Epsom, Surrey KT19 9BE, UK Tel: +44(0) 1372 723434 www.tenscare.co.uk Pub No.: I-ITS-UK Version 4.1 05/17...

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