The Liberty Vaginal Electrode can be used in conjunction with most EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) units and pelvic floor exercisers to help with the relief of stress, urge and mixed incontinence.
Key features:
- Dimensions: 73mm length x 28mm diameter
- Provides comfortable muscle stimulation to strengthen the pelvic floor muscles
- Compatible probe for use with various pelvic floor exercisers
- To be used intra-vaginally
- Lightweight and slimline design
- Reusable for up 6 months (single patient use).
Indications for Use
For use as an intravaginal probe in the treatment of female urinary incontinence with muscle stimulation and EMG biofeedback equipment approved to EN60601-01.
IMPORTANT
- For single patient use only
- May be re-used by the same patient
- Wash before first use
- Do not use if pack is open or damaged
Contraindications
Do not use a Muscle Stimulator if the following are present:
- Implanted pacemaker - May affect correct operation of the device
- Pregnancy - Effect on foetal development is not known
- Bladder or vaginal infection, or recent surgical scar - Probe insertion may aggravate infection
- With a history of carcinoma at the site of stimulation - Laboratory tests show that electrical stimulation may enhance cell division
Caution is advised
- On patients with altered or reduced tissue sensation - Excessive stimulation may cause tissue inflammation
- If the user has a history of epilepsy - Use of electrical stimulation may lower seizure threshold
- If the user has a severe prolapse - Introduction of the probe, or muscle contraction, could damage the prolapsed tissue.
- Contains nickel: May cause irritation or allergic reaction following prolonged contact
Probe Care Guide Probes normally last 3-6 months depending on frequency of use and care taken of them. To get the most out of your probe, follow the below advice.
- Do not bend or pull on the probe leads
- Avoid bending or putting pressure on the leads where the lead joins the plug or the probe
- Keep your probe and leads clean and dry when not in use
- Do not wrap leads around the probe, machine or other objects, this can put unnecessary strain on them
Cleaning
- It is important to clean and dry your probe before and after each use.
- Use an alcohol free anti-bacterial wipe or a cloth dampened with warm soapy water to clean the probe, and a clean towel or paper towel to dry.
Do not immerse the probe in a liquid. Do not use any other cleaning solution.
Storage
- Always make sure your probe is dry before storing.
- Keep the probe in your device storage pouch in a cool dry place.