TensCare MamaTENS Instructions For Use Manual
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE
mamaTENS QUICKSTART GUIDE
1. Read instruction
book carefully
2. Check contents
3.
Press ON/OFF button to
check that the unit is
working (LCD will be
activated) then switch OFF
4. Attach leads to
the unit
5. Attach the electrodes
to your back and try
out the unit to see how
it feels
6.
Replace electrodes
onto their liners and
seal them in the
re-sealable bag
7. Put everything back
into the pouch until
labour begins
8. As soon as labour
begins, set up, attach,
and use the unit as per
instructions
9. After the birth, dispose
of electrodes and leads
10. Place unit, belt clip,
and neck cord back
into the pouch
mamaTENS Helpline
Helpline
01372 723434
mama tens instructions artwork.indd 3
Contents Page
1 Introduction 1
2 What is TENS and how does it work? 1
3 What’s in the box?
3.1 Contents 3
3.2 Trial Run 3
4 Setting up and using your mamaTENS
4
4.1 Assembly 5
4.2 When to start using 6
4.3 Programme A 6
4.4 Programme B 7
4.5 Programme C 8
5 After use 9
6 Cleaning 10
7 Cautions & Warnings 10
8 Controls 13
9 Positioning of pads 16
10 Batteries
10.1 Low battery display 16
10.2 Changing the batteries 17
11 Returning your rental unit 18
12
Guarantee 18
13 Troubleshooting 19
14 Consumables and Servicing 20
15
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic products (WEEE)
21
16 Technical information 22
17 EMC Precautions 23
mama tens instructions artwork.indd 4-5
1. INTRODUCTION
The mamaTENS is a TENS machine specially designed to help
counter Labour Pain.
The pain during birth might start with the rst contraction or when the
cervix starts to dilate. The pain then increases progressively until the
cervix is completely dilated. During this period you will experience pain
of different types and intensities but due to the innovative technology
which has been incorporated into your mamaTENS, you will be able
to help counter this. The mamaTENS achieves this by delivering a
variety of signals dependent upon the stage of your labour.
Please note that whilst some expectant mothers will achieve
sufcient pain relief using just the mamaTENS, others may require
additional pain relief. MamaTENS can be used with other pain relief
options such as gas and air but as you might expect should be
removed if having a water birth.
2. WHAT IS TENS AND HOW DOES IT WORK?
Midwives recommend maternity TENS machines for their benets,
particularly in early labour, as they enable mums to remain mobile
and upright. This aids descent and dilatation and provides a
completely drug free and natural form of pain relief which is safe for
both you and your baby. Maternity TENS machines can be used in
conjunction with other forms of pain relief.
1
However, as you might expect, it can’t
be used in a birthing pool.
TENS stands for Transcutaneous
Electrical Nerve Stimulation.
Transcutaneous simply means
‘across the skin’.
We feel pain when signals reach the
brain from the affected area.
TENS works by stimulating the nerve
endings to reduce the pain message.
It also stimulates your body into
generating endorphins, the body’s
own natural pain relievers.
This is why pain relief can continue
even when the machine is switched off.
Your TensCare maternity TENS
machine allows you complete control
over the strength of the pain relief
it provides so that you can manage
your pain as labour progresses.
2
mama tens instructions artwork.indd 6-7
3 4
3. WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
When you open the box your mamaTENS and its
accessories are contained within a white leatherette
pouch, ideal for putting into your hospital bag.
3.1 CONTENTS
Inside the pouch you will nd:
• Your mamaTENS unit
• Two sets of batteries (Rental units
will have one set already inserted)
• Neck cord
• Handy belt clip
• Electrode pads designed specically for use with your
mamaTENS
• This instruction manual
Before using your mamaTENS, please read this manual
thoroughly, especially the safety notes and precautions.
3.2 TRIAL RUN
4. SETTING UP AND USING YOUR mamaTENS
The curved green button to the left of the
machine is clearly marked ‘on’ and ‘off’ whilst
the curved green button to the right of the
machine is marked with arrows to increase
or decrease the intensity as desired.
Intensity cannot be adjusted unless the
electrode pads are properly attached.
In the centre of the panel are two
yellow buttons.
The top button says ‘Prog’ and is used to
select from three preset programmes, one
for each stage of labour.
The bottom button says ‘Lock’. Holding
this button down for three seconds when
intensity is more than zero locks the
controls: this avoids any accidental changes
of intensity.
On the side of the unit is the green ‘Boost’
button. Its action depends upon the
programme selected.
We recommend that all mums-to-be familiarise themselves with
the unit prior to the due date for added peace of mind.
!
WARNING
mama tens instructions artwork.indd 8-9
5 6
4.1 ASSEMBLY
Before use, you will rst need to assemble your mamaTENS.
Insert the lead wire for the pads to be used under the
bra line into channel one at the base of the machine.
The lead wire for the pads which will be used on your
lower back should then be inserted into channel two.
Once you have done this you will need to ask your birthing partner to
place the electrode pads into the correct position on your back.
To ensure adhesion of pads, the area of skin they are going to be
applied to needs to be clean, dry and free from grease or powder.
Peel off the clear plastic covers and attach the pads to your back
as shown in section 9. Please keep the bag and clear lm liners for
preserving the pads after use.
Place the pads which are wired to
channel one under the bra line
and the pads wired to channel two
just below the knicker line.
With the pads in place you can choose to use the belt clip or the neck
cord, whichever you are most comfortable with, so you are able to
remain as mobile as possible.
This neck cord is specially designed to pull apart if you snag it or the
machine. Do not use other things like string that might not break.
!
WARNING
CH1
CH2
4.2 WHEN TO START USING YOUR mamaTENS
You can start using mamaTENS as soon your contractions start to
become regular.
4.3 PROGRAMME A
When you switch the machine on it
automatically selects Labour Programme A.
The LCD screen will display ‘A01’.
This programme is designed to provide a pulsing sensation that triggers
the release of endorphins, relaxing you and relieving you from pain.
There are two modes, A1 and A2.
Mode A1 is for use between contractions and mode A2 is for use
during contractions. You can switch between the two modes at any
time by pressing the ‘Boost’ button.
The mamaTENS will start at zero intensity. Increase the intensity until
you feel a pulsing on-off-on-off sensation. mamaTENS has 50 small
steps of intensity, so you have ne control of the strength of stimulation.
When the next contraction starts press the ‘Boost’ button once and
the mode will change to mode A2, at the same intensity level as it
was when in mode A1. Mode A2 feels like a constant strong tingling.
At the end of the contraction, press the ‘Boost’ button to return to
mode A1. Repeat this each time a contraction starts.
As the contractions become stronger simply increase the intensity.
If a lead wire becomes detached from its socket the unit
will automatically reset intensity to zero.
A01
!
mama tens instructions artwork.indd 10-11
Loading...