Urgo Electrotherapy Lumbar Belt

Instructions for use:
The control unit is fixed in the holder thanks to a magnet. To remove the control unit, it is first necessary to push it outwards before pulling it upwards. 
Insert the batteries into the control unit. 
Moisten the 4 black surfaces (electrodes) and the bottom of your back evenly with water 
Adjust the waistband around your waist so that the URGO logo is positioned in the middle of your spine 
Attach the belt using scratch. Insert the control unit into its holder. 
To turn on the control unit, press and hold the on / off button. To choose your program, press the P button.
Once your program is selected, press the intensity button Δ. To begin the program, slightly increase the intensity level of the stimulation. 
At any time during use, you can: 
Reduce the intensity level by using the intensity button. 
Pause the program by briefly pressing the on / off button. The symbol II appears. 
Turn off the unit by pressing the on / off button for about 3 seconds. 

Precautions for use:
Use the belt only: 
On human beings 
For external use 
In accordance with the intended use and the instructions in this manual 
Any improper / inappropriate use can be dangerous.
In case of emergency, first aid is a priority. 
This device is not intended for commercial or clinical use, but for domestic and private use. 
The device is intended to operate in all environments specified in this manual, including in a home environment. 
Before use, make sure there is no visible damage to the device or accessories. If in doubt, do not use the device and contact: Laboratoires URGO Healthcare (France). 
If you have any health problem, contact your doctor. 
Use the belt only at the lumbar level. Using it on other parts of the body can cause serious health problems.
A slight redness may appear on the skin after use, this reaction is normal and will disappear in a short time. Wait for the redness to disappear before using the appliance again. 
Prolonged treatment time may cause skin irritation: in this case, reduce the application time. 
If skin irritation is more severe, stop treatment and consult a doctor. 
This device is not intended for use by persons under 16 years of age.
This device is not intended for use by individuals with physical, sensory (eg pain insensitivity), or mental disabilities, or those who are unable to use it due to lack of experience or knowledge, unless they are under the supervision of a person responsible for their safety, or have received instructions from them on the use of the device. 
Do not use parts not recommended by the manufacturer. 
For hygiene reasons, the belt can only be used by one person. 
During the stimulation, make sure that no metallic objects come in contact with the electrodes, which could generate localized burns. 
Never apply electrodes to damaged skin.
When the ambient temperature is 40 ° C, during use the device can reach temperatures up to 43 ° C. 
Do not use the belt on the following body parts: 
Head level: this can cause cramps. 
In the neck / carotid artery: this can lead to cardiac arrest 
In the throat / larynx: this can lead to muscle cramps that could lead to asphyxiation. 
At the level of the rib cage: this can increase the risk of ventricular fibrillation and lead to cardiac arrest. 

Contraindications:
To avoid damaging your health, do not use the lumbar electrotherapy belt in the following situations:
If you have a pacemaker or other implants, such as an insulin pump or metal implants. 
If you have a fever (> 39 ° C). 
If you have known or acute disorders of heart rate or cardiac conduction and nervous disorders. 
If you are epileptic. 
If you are pregnant 
If you have cancer. 
After an operation, when strong muscle contractions can disrupt the healing process. 
On surgical scars during healing. 
In case of chronic or acute skin disease (injury, irritation, redness, inflammation).
If you have a rash of pimples (eg, allergies), burns, hematomas, swelling or open sores, even during healing. 
In case of simultaneous connection to a high frequency surgical device to avoid a risk of burns. 
Do not use this belt at the same time as other devices that send electrical impulses to the body. 
If you have taken analgesics, alcohol or sleeping pills. 
Driving a vehicle, using a machine or during any activity in which involuntary muscle contraction could be dangerous. 
If you suffer from serious digestive, gastric or intestinal diseases or chronic. 
Before using the device, consult your doctor in case of:
Serious illnesses, especially in case of suspicion or presence of hypertension, disorders of blood coagulation, predisposition to thromboembolic diseases or in case of malignant tumors. 
Diabetes or other diseases. 
Sensitivity disorder with reduced sensation of pain (such as metabolic disorders). 
Chronic unclarified pain, regardless of the part of the body affected. 
Medical treatments conducted in parallel. 
Discomfort felt following sti treatment