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1. DVT i e to avoid any possibility of mobilising the clot Local Contraindication Only Do not use on or near a specific part of the body or affect area e Pregnant womb stomach e Broken or bleeding skin dress any open wound to ensure electrodes do not come in contact with the area to avoid a stinging sensation e Tissue bleed internal external e Epilepsy do not use the pads on the neck area e Malignancy e Eyes Testicles e Infected tissue inc Cellulitis Visit our website for accessories and great innovative health products CAUTION Take care during use Muscle or ligament sprains tears rest first then use a low intensity and or shorter duration to avoid over stimulation Devitalised numb tissue ensure not to over stimulate the area Long term immobility or inactivity use a low intensity and shorter duration to introduce the muscles and avoid overstimulation muscle fatigue Other Operating Safety Precautions Use this device only for Its intended purpose Use only the accessories supplied by the manufacturer Do not expose the device to extreme heat Do not spill liquid on the device or its accessories Do not overload the electrical outlet Check the batteries in the Remote Control on a regular basis to ensure they are operative Children should always be supervised by an adult Do not stand on the machine Use It only when sitting down The wall socket outlet should be instal2. attach the adhesive electrode pads to each side of the holders when not in use Visit our website for accessories and great innovative health products 7 Technical Specifications NAME OF PRODUCT Circulation Booster MODEL CBV3 FREQUENCY 1Hz SOHz OUTPUT CURRENT Max 9mA WEIGHT 1 6kg DIMENSION 356 W 356 H x68 D mm POWER CONSUMPTION oW AC ADAPTOR CE Approved POWER SOURCE INPUT ADAPTOR USED 100 240V AC 50 60H OUTPUT ov DC 1000mA How to use the Remote Control The remote control allows you to sit back and relax without having to bend over to operate the device It is Important to always aim the remote control towards the LCD display on the device as this Is where the IR receiver Is located The buttons are quite self explanatory and match the buttons on the device as explained in earlier sections of the user s manual A mute button however has been added to stop the beeping of the device as It progresses automatically through the programmes Personalised setting 1 The device is pre set to run for 30 minutes and rotate through a series of beneficial programmes each minute 2 loalter the time duration of the treatment use the or buttons next to TIME on the device control panel or remote control 3 f during treatment a particular programme Is preferred you can choose to keep that programme constantly running by pressing off the AUTO button on the device or remote
3. Circulation Booster HIGH TECH HEALTH Y Improve blood circulation Y Reduce swollen feet amp ankles Y Alleviate tired amp aching legs Y Ease joint amp muscle pain User s manual Before using this product please read the user s manual carefully Model number CBV3 CLASS Ila MEDICAL DEVICE SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN DO NOT STAND ON DEVICE USE WHILE SEATED ONLY HIGH TECH HEALTH Circulation Booster HIGH TECH HEALTH Contents Quick Setup Guide woe cece ccecsecsccseeteeseeteccateseeseens 4 FOO Fr US ear I EE A E 4 LENS Blecirode Pads ssesrurenteneiirsn ne 5 CongratulationS ccisaaumeacea rnareaecanaedcutanctancnonsdscnonceniaaratans 6 Explanation of The Circulation Booster 6 Indications for USe cayccxe meri cen non ematnsaatenaenautateioneo aanaestoacooria 7 Contraindications amp Precautions 7 8 Hygiene amp ON AC Gs stenrtccctentce scnseietsecononctauacastinsiectane tuscan 8 Parts ANd CONtrols ccccccccccecssccssseseesseeseseesseeeeeeen 9 Technical Spe cificatiOns cccccsccssssecssceseeseeeneens 10 How to use the Remote Control 10 Personalised 5 CIOs cunaeeceaestoseaigetsssceercie cperatissonnetens 10 Frequently Asked QueSTIONS cece eeeeteeeeeees 11 13 roubleshooting es nctsmation dec satiamolenenbactnanononaitosacentnera 14 15 Limited Warranty cacntsce ca npawaeiasteeoaasceeaooncent eu teeeeet 16 Visit our website for accessories and great innovative health products
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5. Quick Setup Guide Your Circulation Booster has been designed with home users in mind so please consult the safety precautions and contraindications on pages 7 8 prior to use Foot Pads Foot and leg stimulation SOLE 1 Remove the power adapter from its slot in the base of the unit and replace the plastic cover 2 Plug the device into the nearest electricity socket and place the device at a comfortable distance from your chair 3 Remove all socks or stockings and place both bare feet onto the large foot pads ensuring as much of your sole as possible Is in contact with the pads NB Both feet are required to create the circuit and it does not matter if your foot is too big or small for the foot pad 4 Press the POWER ON OFF button to turn the device on or push the ON button of the remote control The LCD display will read SOLE 0 TIME 30 BODY 0 9 Using either the remote control or the buttons on the device set the intensity level by using the buttons for the INTENSITY SOLE control The LCD display for SOLE will change and the TIME will commence counting down from 30 minutes 6 Continue to increase the intensity until you can feel mild impulses in your feet and calf muscles but remain comfortable Each persons sensitivity Is different so you may safely increase the intensity from 1 to a maximum level 99 We recommend using a heel balm on you
6. may be more sensitive than the other Set the intensity to a level that is comfortable in the good lor more sensitive foot The other foot will still be receiving the therapy despite the lack of sensation Q My foot is too small big for the foot pad Does this matter A No this is not a problem Just ensure that as much of the soles of both your bare feet are touching the foot pads so you will be able to create the circult and have a therapy Q Previously could feel the stimulation on a much lower intensity but now I have to increase the intensity a lot more Is there something wrong with my machine A No nothing has changed with the output of your machine It is common that with regular use you will be able to comfortably increase the Intensity The device has a broad intensity range 1 99 and everyone should feel the stimulation in this range if used correctly Dehydration cold or dry skin can also affect the intensity Ensure you are well hydrated with water and use a liberal amount of heel balm on your feet to Improve conductivity Visit our website for accessories and great innovative health products 11 Frequently Asked Questions continued Q Are there any side effects A f used on too high an Intensity for too long or too many times In the day some users may over work their muscles in the same way as over exercise does causing muscle strain and sleeplessness Start conservativel
7. the Circulation Booster s claims Full details of their clinical study along with other medical opinions Is available at www greatcirculation com Independent Medical Opinion by Doctors amp Vascular Surgeons We have used The Circulation Booster and have found that It is very effective at F stimulating the muscles of the feet and lower leg causing a very good increase in blood flow am so impressed that will be using it myself Mr Mark Whiteley Consultant Vascular Surgeon and Director of The Whiteley Clinic D This Circulation Booster helps the muscles to contract When the gt muscles contract they push the blood aa up the veins This is an excellent idea Dr Chris Steel on ITV s This Morning A Indications for use Ez e increase blood circulation e Reduce swollen feet and ankles e Ease the discomfort caused by poor circulation and inactivity e Relax tense muscles e Ease joint and muscle pain Contraindications amp Precautions The Circulation Booster is manufactured under International Quality Standard for Medical Devices 15013485 This means that the device undergoes rigorous testing and quality control procedures The current used has been reduced to DC SV for your added assurance Total Contraindication Do not use at all e Pacemaker or Automatic Implanted Cardiac Defibrillator AICD e 1st trimester of pregnancy e Existing Deep Vein Thrombosis
8. ce using the device Is this normal This ts nothing to be duly concerned about It is quite normal that symptoms may worsen during the initial treatment phase before getting better This may occur If the body has not yet adjusted to Increased muscular activity and blood circulation Medically it is called acclimatization If this occurs simply reduce the intensity level and the duration of the treatment this will reduce the initial symptoms and they will disappear over time Is The Circulation Booster safe for everyone There is a wide body of evidence Surrounding the efficacy and safety of Electrical Muscle Stimulation E M S which is traditionally the realm of physiotherapists Nevertheless please consult the cautions and contraindications section of this users manual prior to use How long do I have to use the device before I will notice results Everyones body will react slightly differently to the therapy but you Should notice significant Improvement within four 4 weeks of daily treatment If you ve suffered from your ailment for a long time it may take longer to notice improvement Please remember that like all exercises and therapies If you stop using the device you will stop receiving the benefits Visit our website for accessories and great innovative health products 13 Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Device is on lights illuminated The device is not being used on the LCD
9. control However we recommend keeping the auto button on for optimal results and to avoid over stimulation of particular muscles Frequently Asked Questions Q Does the device vibrate A The Circulation Booster device is not a foot massager and does not vibrate Instead it sends mild electrical impulses to stimulate the nerves of your soles which contract and relax your calf muscles When your bare feet are placed on separate foot pads at the same time your body creates the circuit between the left and right foot pad and the stimulation will commence Q What intensity level should I use A Everyone is different and will react differently to the intensity level settings e g someone may feel the stimulation on setting 1 while others on setting 60 or higher It is advisable to start off on a low setting and work up slowly until you can feel the mild electrical impulses in your feet and the muscles in the calf visibly pulsing or twitching but at a level that is not uncomfortable If your feet lift off the device or your legs ache after use you have probably had the intensity level on too high a setting Rest the legs and next time use a lower Intensity level Q The stimulation ts stronger in one foot than the other Is there something wrong with the foot pad A he intensity output in both foot pads is exactly the same However both feet and legs are never exactly the Same and the nerves In one foot or leg
10. display but cannot correctly Check corrective feel the electrical stimulation action procedure through footpads Not placing both bare feet on the foot pads at the same time Your feet may be dry You may be dehydrated The SOLE intensity level may be on too low a Setting Solution We call it The Hand Test Test the device by placing both bare hands at the same time on each of the foot pads left hand on left pad right hand on right pad Increase the SOLE intensity up in increments of 10 up to maximum of 99 until you can feel the stimulation If you can feel the stimulation through your hands then the device is working If on 99 you still cannot feel the stimulation then please contact your authorised dealer Ensure that your feet are bare and each foot is placed on each of the foot pads at the same time Keep increasing the SOLE intensity up toa maximum of 99 until you feel the stimulation Moisturise the soles of your feet preferably with a heel balm high in urea from your local pharmacy and try the procedure again You may also have to Increase the SOLE intensity level Drink plenty of water before and after using the device The device uses your body to create the electrical circuit Water is an excellent conductor of electricity and If your body Is less hydrated below 60 then the stimulation may be less Therefore it is important to always remain well hydrated Thi
11. end of the electrodes life please contact your authorised dealer to purchase replacements Leave adequate time after each treatment to allow the muscles to recover just like after vigorous exercise On your next session start on a lower setting where you can feel the mild electrical stimulation and it is comfortable and reduce the duration until your muscles have acclimatised to the stimulation Visit our website for accessories and great innovative health products 15 Limited Warranty The Circulation Booster is warranted to be free of defects in material and workmanship at the time of distribution and is warranted for 12 months The warranty extends only to the original purchaser and terminates on transfer of ownership Freight charges to and from the approved dealer are the responsibility of the customer There are no Internal maintainable parts This warranty Is void If the product has been altered misused or abused Specifications are subject to change without notice It having followed the fault finding process above The Circulation Booster does not operate satisfactorily please contact your authorised selling agent for instructions The Country Agent has the right to repair or replace faulty items at their discretion Manufactured exclusively for High Tech Health by NEUWE Co Ltd 999 30 BaekSuk Dong Cheonan City ChungNam Republic of Korea HIGH TECH eS HEALTH UK Europe North America
12. lectrical current has been stepped down to only DC dV Also the foot pads are made of rubber too for added protection Q Can I use the foot pads and electrode pads at the same time A Yes you can use both at the same time to enhance your treatment sessions or independently of each other Please refer to the guick set up guide for usage Instructions You can also purchase glove applicators for your hands Frequently Asked Questions continued Q Can I use the device immediately after a meal A Itis recommended to have a 30 minute interval before use Q Do I need to drink fluid before using the device A Itis advisable to keep hydrated and drink fluid before and after treatment this excludes alcoholic beverages Q Sometimes why do feel tired and sleepy after the treatment A his is because you have been working your muscles and Increasing your circulation so your body and mind are relaxed Nerves in the feet connect to a region in the base of the brain responsible for sleep relaxation and rejuvenation Q What should I do if the stimulation is too strong even at the lowest intensity levels A Start off the SOLE intensity level at 1 and work up slowly until you can feel the mild electrical impulses the stimulation should always be set at a comfortable level for your requirements You can always reduce the time of the treatment as well Q A Q A My symptoms have worsened sin
13. led near the equipment and should be easily accessible Do not open the device or repair it yourself This will invalidate your warranty and may cause serious harm In the unlikely event your device malfunctions disconnect it from the power source and contact your authorised agent immediately Hygiene amp Storage After the therapy is complete use a soft damp soapy cloth to clean the foot pads Return the body electrode pads to the white hard plastic protectors provided Do not immerse the device in water Do not clean with chemicals Store in a dry dust free location in temperatures between 10 C to 40 C and 30 to 90 relative humidity Parts and Controls JI O OO AC DC adaptor Remote control Sole Foot Pads LCD Display Panel SOLE intensity level TIME remaining BODY intensity level Time buttons 1 60 minutes default 30 minutes Sole intensity level buttons 1 99 sole foot pads T E N S electrode pads to target Specific areas of pain and swelling Body intensity level buttons 1 99 TENS Electrode pads A B C Power Button press to turn device on off Accessory Socket Inlets for TENS electrode pads Simply plug in the leads connect the pads and select body intensity levels Auto Mode Button turn on to experience all programs or switch off to remain on one type of programme we recommend automatic White hard plastic protectors
14. ng an expanding proportion of the population Prevention Is the ideal solution and The Circulation Booster can assist but most of the time there Is a need to reduce the existing symptoms The Circulation Booster uses Electrical Muscle Stimulation E M S applied primarily through two large foot pads to stimulate thousands of nerve endings in the soles of the feet Including the plantar muscle The physiological result is that the foot and calf muscles contract and release creating a pumping action This action imitates the body s natural circulatory system of the leg such as when you walk As the calf muscle contracts blood Is squeezed into the deep vein of the leg and pushed towards the heart This action effectively prevents stasis the pooling of blood with a significant increase in venous blood flow E M S is part of the Transcutaneous Electro Nerve Stimulation T E N S family which has been sold over the counter In pharmacies for decades Additional applicators are included with the device to treat other areas of the body There is a large body of clinical evidence Supporting T E N S and E M S The Circulation Booster uses the same range of E M S frequencies as used in the clinical studies Dr David Green and Dr Paul Sumners from Kings College London and London South Bank University in the United Kingdom have also performed an independent controlled clinical study using The Circulation Booster which supports
15. or shoulder Thalamic pain Where pain is most pronounced ne Postherpetic neuralgia Above affected dermatome Across affected dermatome Angina Postherpetic neuralgia Stump pain and phantom limb Above affected dermatome Across affected dermatome Lower back pain or menstrual pain Phantom limb pain Over main nerve bundle arising from phantom Contralateral K site median nerve Rib metastasis Menstrual pain f 8 ZZ Knee pain osteoarthritis Dual channel if appropriate Hip pain Sciatica Peripheral vascular disease Tendonitis Sa Ankle Pain ede BEH i Visit our website for accessories and great innovative health products S Congratulations Thank you for purchasing The Circulation Booster This remarkable device has already helped thousands of people around the world and we are confident you your family and friends will benefit also The Circulation Booster is manufactured to meet rigorous quality controls and carries the CE Medical Class Ila certification Explanation of The Circulation Booster oor circulation may cause tired chn and heavy legs Most people get tired aching legs and often swelling in their feet at some time In their lives usually from standing or sitting for prolonged periods It is not surprising that many decades of use may lead to poor circulation muscle and joint pain This is the natural ageing process It is a process affecti
16. r feet to Improve conductivity and stimulation T E N S Electrode Pads Body stimulation BODY Four T E N S electrode pads are provided Use these pads to relieve body aches and pains for example to the knee shoulder back and arm You can use the pads either by themselves or at the same time when using the foot pads The choice is yours 1 Plug the device into the nearest 9 Using the remote control or buttons electricity socket and place the device at on the device set the intensity level a comfortable distance from your chair by using the buttons for the INTENSITY BODY control NB You can use the body pads independently or at the same time as the SOLE You can also adjust the intensity for SOLE and BODY separately You should set the intensity So you can feel the pulses but remain comfortable 2 Connect the pins on the leads to the wire on each set of body pads 3 Place the pads onto clean dry skin targeting the area where you suffer muscular or joint pain Below are illustrated examples of T E N S treatment areas for pain relief A 4 Plug the other end of the lead into one of the ACCESSORY SOCKET ports located in the centre of the device When not in use you can store the pads on either side of the hard white plastic pad protectors provided Trigenminal neuralgia Neck pain Bilateral J Unilateral or Shoulder pain Anteri
17. s is a very safe device Keep increasing the SOLE intensity level towards 99 until you feel the stimulation Ignore your friends and family if they were able to feel it on much lower levels everyone Is different Also you may find that you have to increase the SOLE intensity level as you get used to the therapy The aim Is not to get to 99 but to find a setting that is comfortable for you Problem No power or lights to the device when switched on The Device is not vibrating The Body electrode pads have lost their adhesive stickiness My legs are aching after treatment Troubleshooting continued Possible Cause DC Adaptor not switched on at mains socket or DC Adaptor not plugged into device properly The device DOES NOT VIBRATE The electrode pads will eventually deteriorate with regular use They are consumables Io guarantee maximum life ensure that your skin is free from dirt oil and lotions You may have the SOLE intensity on too high a setting and your muscles are being overworked Solution Check mains socket power is switched on and the DC Adaptor is plugged into the device correctly If still not working contact your authorised dealer Read instructions on correct use Dab a small drop of water onto the sticky side of the electrode pad and rub into the surface This should improve the adhesiveness Also use the hard white plastic holders to store the pads At the
18. y and increase the intensity and duration as your body adapts Q Should I bathe before use A It is not necessary but good hygiene especially the soles of your feet IS Important Q Do I need to add special creams to the soles of my feet before use A Itis advisable to moisturise the soles of your feet before use This will maximise the therapeutic effects but Special creams are not required Q How long and often should I use the device A We recommend that you use the device for 30 minutes a day and up to a maximum of six 6 times a day You will only keep feeling the benefits of the device If you use It on a regular basis We recommend up to a total of three 3 hours per day and leave regular intervals between each session Q Why sometimes do I need a higher intensity level to feel the electrical impulses A f your feet are dry cold or your body is dehydrated you may need to use a higher intensity level to feel the same effect This can be offset by moisturising the soles of the feet and ensuring that you drink plenty of fluid Also If you have an injury internal or external or nerve damage in the case of stroke patients or diabetics you may need to increase the Intensity level Alternatively you can also enhance the stimulation by adding the electrode pads to the area that has a weak sensation Q Is it dangerous to use The Circulation Booster with moisturised feet A No the devices e
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