Introduction
SporTX is a versatile, dual purpose
stimulator that effectively treats a wide range of injuries common to active
people. With positive and negative current capability, SporTX
delivers the electronic equivalent of heat and ice therapy in one unit.
Even more important, the therapy can be delivered directly and precisely
to the point of pain or injury.
Product Overview
and Description
SporTX is designed for easy use… anywhere, anytime. The battery-powered
stimulator is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand and light enough
to attach to your belt. This portability makes it easy to apply the treatment
immediately. People treated with SporTX can heal faster and return to a
normal or active lifestyle sooner. SporTX makes sense for immediate results.
The positive current mode of SporTX:
 |
Reduces
swelling |
|
Helps
prevent stiffness |
|
Helps
increase range of motion |
The positive mode works
similar to ice to constrict blood vessels so patients see and feel improvement
quickly.
The negative current mode of SporTX:
|
Increases
circulation |
|
Brings
nutrient-rich blood to the injured area |
|
Draws
fluid away from injured body tissue |
|
Promotes
the natural healing process |
The negative mode works
similar to heat to dilate blood vessels and promote better blood circulation.
SporTX is a versatile stimulator that intervenes quickly and works effectively
to promote the natural process of healing from the following injuries:
|
Acute
ankle sprain |
|
Acute
knee sprain |
|
Shoulder
sprain |
|
Elbow
sprain |
|
Shin
splints |
|
Contusions |
|
Muscular strain |
Features
and Benefits
 |
Efficiency-
with two current modes in one unit, people can be treated for both
edema and pain with one device. |
| Versatility-
SporTX is small and compact, easy to wear and easy to use. It works
equally well in a clinic or at home. |
| Push
Button Simplicity- only three controls (on, off and PTM)
means SporTX is easy for anybody to use. |
| Programmed
Treatment Mode (PTM)- this feature promotes the safe use
of direct current by allowing the most efficient dosage of pulsed
DC to occur within a 40 minute treatment. |
| Triphasic
Waveform- this unique waveform has a square AC waveform
that precedes the DC pulse. It is considered to be more comfortable
than a spike waveform. |
Frequently
Asked Questions
| Q: |
When
should you use positive or negative polarity to the treatment site? |
| A: |
You would use (+)
for a new injury or immediately after surgery (within 24-48 hours)
if you need to control swelling and reduce pain. You would use (-)
for a chronic injury or 24-48 hours following surgery or injury to
help dilate blood vessels and promote better blood circulation.
|
| Q: |
Why
do you use the blue button? |
| A: |
The blue button
is the (PTM) or the programmed treatment mode button. You press this
button twice to initiate a 38 minute timed treatment. You can administer
3 to 4 treatments daily by pushing the "blue" button every
4-6 hours. This feature promotes the safe use of direct current by
allowing the most efficient dosage of pulsed DC to occur within a
38-minute treatment.
|
| Q: |
What
type of injuries should I use the SporTX for? |
| A: |
It works effectively
to promote the natural process of healing from the following injuries:
acute ankle sprains, acute knee sprains, shoulder sprains, shin splints,
contusions and muscular strains and other inflammatory conditions.
|
| Q: |
Why
does the dispersive electrode need to be 2 times the size of the treatment
electrodes? |
| A: |
This will help to
disperse the stimulation over a larger area making the treatment electrodes(s)
more comfortable. The stronger stimulation should be felt over the
treatment site. |
Technical
Specifications
| Output
Current: |
0-100
milliamps, adjustable |
| Pulse
Rate: |
Basic
waveform is 278 Hz
Triphasic waveform is 222 Hz
|
| Pulse
Width: |
60
microseconds, fixed |
| Standby
Mode: |
On
first push of timer button, unit shuts off output and enters a standby
mode. The unit will shut off after 8 hours of no use. |
| Programmed
Timed Mode: |
Total
treatment time of 39.5 minutes. On second push of timer button, intensity
ramps up to 90% of displayed level. After 31.5 minutes, stimulation
ramps down 50% for the remaining 8 minutes then returns to standby
mode. |
| Waveforms: |
Biphasic,
symmetrical square, interphase interval is 1800 micro-seconds. Unbalanced,
symmetrical triphasic square. Positive phase to negative phase interval
is 1800 microseconds, negative phase to negative phase is 900 microseconds.
Waveform period is 4500 microseconds. |
| Maximum
Charge Per Pulse: |
6
microcoulombs |
| Power
Source: |
9
volt rechargeable or alkaline battery |
| Dimensions:
|
4.2"
x 2.1" x .9"
10.7cm x 5.3cm x 2.3cm
|
| Weight: |
4.4
ounces/124 grams (including battery) |
Product
Ordering Information
| SH
Catalog # |
Product
Name |
| 90272
|
SporTX
Pulsed Stimulator |
|
