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Application
Powerful
Output
Tests performed under conditions simulating patient
loads (real skin resistance is usually up to 2,500 ohms)
show the Elpha II 3000 provides as much
stimulation current as standard units provide at 500
ohm loads. In addition, the Elpha II 3000
retains the therapeutic integrity of the waveform under
these extreme conditions.
The microprocessor controlled output delivers a powerful
yet comfortable stimulation regardless of the mode selected.
The integrity of the waveform combined with the power
of the unit provides quality contractions of even larger
muscle groups with less than the available 100mA.
Pulsed
Galvanic Current
The unique current compensation process on the
Elpha II 3000 provides the advantages of pulsed
DC without the complications associated with the skin
breakdown common with standard DC stimulators.
The modified monophasic waveform delivers constant pulsed
DC current which is compensated by short-circuiting
the electrodes after each pulse, allowing the current
to flow back into the device rather than accumulating
in the tissue. The minimizes the ion build up
that causes skin breakdown in standard galvanic units
while providing the therapeutic value associated with
pulsed DC current.
Muscle
Stimulation
Neuro Muscular Stimulation (NMES) has traditionally
been used to prevent disuse atrophy in patients unable
to exercise their own muscles because of debilitating
or traumatic injury. Muscle stimulation is also
considered appropriate for range of motion exercises,
gait training, hand rehabilitation, reducing spasms,
edema reduction and increasing blood flow. The
Elpha II 3000 can store three different
NMES programs.
TENS
Scientific literature indicates that the Transcutaneous
Electrical Nerve Stimulation mode of the Elpha
II 3000 provides relief from chronic pain when
used as directed. Clinical studies indicate that
the unit functions to interfere with the transmission
of pain signals to the brain (Melzack and Wall's gate
theory) and through the release of endogenous opiates
(endorphins) which are the body's own substances for
pain relief.
Modulated
Strength Duration
The combination of increasing and decreasing pulse duration
combined with a simultaneous increase or decrease in
the current (mA) make the modulated strength duration
(SD) mode of the Elpha II 3000 highly
effective in reducing pain in conditions affecting a
variety of nerve types and sizes. The patient
is able to provide a complex treatment protocol effortlessly
by utilizing the Elpha II 3000's built
in microprocessor and SD treatment protocol. A
single setting of the mode selector allows the patient
to begin treatment without assistance.
Burst
The Burst mode of the Elpha II 3000
provides stimulation at a comfortable medium frequency
delivered in low frequency bursts. The low frequency
burst is thought to facilitate the release of endorphins
and to increase local circulation in the area of stimulation.
Increased circulation may be beneficial in preventing
or alleviating a variety of conditions resulting from
a decrease or cessation of blood flow.
Elpha
II 3000 Standard Features
Effective and comfortable stimulation through the best
technology. Automatic self-testing of functions
for maximum safety. Electrode alarm and locking
functions. Push button operation with logic function.
Energy Timer (ET) for control of usage (compliance data).
Repeat Stimulation Programme (RSP) for easy repetition
of treatment. Well documented and thoroughly tested.
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Technical
Specifications
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Program
Number
|
Output
Current |
Frequency
|
Pulse
width |
| Tens |
P1 |
0-60
mA |
1-150
Hz |
50-250
µsec |
| Tens
II |
P2 |
0-48
mA
modulation: ± 25% |
1-150
Hz |
70-200
µsec(average)
modulation: ± 25% |
| Burst |
P3 |
0-60
mA |
0.5-5.0
Hz |
150-400
µsec |
| Muscle
1 |
P4 |
0-100
mA |
2-100
Hz |
100-400
µsec |
| Muscle
2 |
P5 |
0-100
mA |
2-100
Hz |
100-400
µsec |
| Muscle
3 |
P6 |
0-100
mA |
2-100
Hz |
100-400
µsec |
| On
/ Off Cycles in Muscle mode:
Time on: 2-20 sec, Time off:
Min = Time on Max = 20 sec,
Rise Time: 0.5-2.0 sec. Fall
Time: 0.5-2.0 sec. |
| Number
of channels |
2
independent |
| Pulse
form |
Asymmetrical
bi-phase with discharge |
| Max
output voltage |
300
VPP open circuit |
| Max
output current |
100
mA constant current at 1 kOhm load |
| Max.
charge per pulse |
40
µC |
| Tolerance |
Stimulation
level ±5%,
Frequency ±2%, Pulse width ±5% |
| Timer |
5
to 95 minutes, and continuous |
| Battery |
9V
alkaline or rechargeable |
| Battery
lifetime |
Approx.
40 hours (alkaline) using programmes:
P1, 30 mA and P3, 30 mA (default parameters) |
| Weight |
158
g with battery |
| Dimensions |
114x60x31
mm (4.5x2.4x1.2 in) |
| Classification |
Internal
power supply, type BF, continuous use |
| Transport
and storage |
-40șC
to 70șC ambient temperature, 10-100% relative
humidity, 500-1060 hPa atmospheric pressure |
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