Model 900 Digital TENS/EMS/IF unit
By: BodyMed
$554.70
The Model 900 Digital TENS/EMS comes ready for use with 2 lead wires, a 4 pack of electrodes, a 9 volt battery and AC adaptor. Can be used for either pain relief of muscle rehab and includes several features that enhance user safety as well as convenience and ease of use.
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BodyMed’s Model 900 unit is a dual channel digital TENS /EMS combination unit. It can function either as a TENS unit offering pain relief from conditions like lower back pain or as an EMS unit rehabbing disused or atrophied muscles. As an EMS unit, it can also contribute to a strength conditioning program such as one that a basketball player might pursue in order to prevent injuries.
The makers of this unit designed it to provide 4 key features – convenience, user friendliness, safety and versatility.
Model 900 Digital TENS/EMS – Key Features
Convenience
- Designed for use at home, in the office or even on vacation;
- Lightweight;
- Easily portable in a briefcase or purse.
- Supplied with a hard plastic case that facilitates transit with less risk of accidental damage.
Ease of Use
- Equipped with large and easy to read LCD display;
- Comes with a detailed operating manual;
- LCD display can be used to read pulse width when in TENS mode
- Display can also show mode of treatment in progress, patient pulse rate, elapsed time and other valuable information.
Flexibility
- The Model 900 Digital TENS/EMS supplies an adjustable signal frequency, thus allowing the therapist to customize the treatment to the patient’s needs;
- Unit provides 3 waveforms – asymmetric, biphasic and square pulse.
User Safety
- Knobs are covered with plastic to reduce the risk of receiving an electric shock while using the unit;
- Patient lock system that prevents the settings being accidentally changed while in use;
- Included timer allows the user to set a specific treatment time.
Technical Specifications
- 0-80 mA peak into 500 load each channel, constant current;
- Pulse Rate: 1-Hz-160 Hz (adjustable), 1 Hz/step (1-20 Hz), 5 Hz/step (20-160 Hz).
- Pulse Width: 50-260 µs adjustable for TENS, 10 µs/step and 250 µs fixed for EMS.
Q & A
Model 900 Digital TENS/EMS/IF unit
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between the TENS and EMS functions of the Model 900 Digital TENS /EMS/IF unit, and which one should I use?
The Model 900 is a versatile dual-channel device with two distinct modes. The TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) function is primarily for pain management. It delivers gentle electrical pulses to interfere with pain signals sent to the brain, offering relief for conditions like chronic lower back pain, arthritis, or muscle aches. Conversely, the EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) function is for muscle rehabilitation and conditioning. It causes controlled muscle contractions, which is ideal for rehabbing atrophied muscles after an injury, improving muscle tone, or supporting strength conditioning programs to prevent injuries. Your choice depends on your goal: use TENS for pain relief and EMS for muscle recovery and strengthening.
Is the Model 900 Digital TENS /TMS/IF safe and easy to use at home without professional supervision?
Absolutely. Safety and user-friendliness are core design principles of this unit. Key safety features include insulated knobs to prevent accidental shock, a patient lock system to secure your settings during treatment, and a programmable timer for automatic shut-off. For ease of use, it features a large, intuitive LCD display that clearly shows your treatment mode, pulse rate, and elapsed time. It comes with a comprehensive manual and is designed for portability with a lightweight build and a protective hard case. This makes it suitable for convenient, controlled use at home, in the office, or while traveling.
How customizable are the Model 900 Digital TENS /TMS/IF treatments to my specific needs?
The Model 900 offers significant flexibility to tailor therapy. A therapist or user can adjust several key parameters. You have control over the pulse rate (frequency), adjustable from 1 to 160 Hz, allowing you to target nerves (for pain) or muscles (for contraction) effectively. In TENS mode, the pulse width is also adjustable for fine-tuning sensation. Furthermore, the unit provides three different waveform options (asymmetric, biphasic, and square pulse), which can influence how the stimulation feels and its therapeutic effect. This range of settings allows you to personalize treatments for comfort and efficacy, whether for pain relief or muscle rehabilitation.
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