The IF4160 is a fully functional, professional quality Interferential machine designed to provide effective, non-addictive, non-invasive, drug-free relief from persistent / chronic pain and it can be used for any form of pain for which a "TeNS" approach would be appropriate.

Developed for both professional and domestic use the IF4160 is extremely easy to use, perfectly safe and will not interfere with any form of medication you may be taking.

Features:

- A choice of "2 Pole" or "4 Pole" therapy
- A choice of 10 programmes each of which can be manually programmed.
- Ability to save and recall your favourite program setting.
- Choice of battery (AA type) or mains powered (via a/c adapter).
- Clear, easy to read LED display
- 2 year manufacturers warranty

Supplied complete and ready to use, our package includes:

1 x Ultima IF 4160 unit
2 x Lead Wires
4 x Self Adhesive High Perf. Electrodes
1 x 9v AC/DC adapter suitable for all Europe & USA
4 x AA Batteries
1 x Comprehensive, easy to follow instructions
1 x Substantial Carry Case

Technical Specification:

Dual Channel, isolated between channels

2 or 4 pole treatment modes. In 2 pole mode you can use 2 or 4 electrodes to treat multiple areas.

Pulse Intensity: 0 to 33mA

Carrier Frequency: 4000Hz fixed on channel 1

Beat Frequency: 2 - 160 bps, adjustable

Pulse Duration: 125 bps max

Waveform: Symmetrical Balanced Sine Wave

Brief Programme Description:

P1: Constant, 2 to 160 bps, adjustable
P2: Sweep, 2-10-2 Hz, ramped frequency modulation, 12 second cycle.
P3: Sweep, 2-100-2 Hz, ramped, 20 second cycle
P4: Sweep, w-2w-wHz, ramped frequency modulation in 12 second cycle, where w is the selected beat frequency.
P5: Abrupt, the beat frequency changes abruptly between the selected value every 1 second. Cycle repeats in 2 seconds.
P6: Abrupt, the beat frequency changes abruptly between the selected value (w) & +200% of it (i.e. 2w) every 6 seconds. The total cycle repeats in 12 seconds.

Timer, Continuous, 15, 40, 45, 60 minutes

Auto Power Off: 5 minutes non use

Can be used with 4 x AA batteries or mains a/c adapter (both supplied). Being a relatively high powered unit, mains operation is recommended where possible.

LED Display

Dimensions: 120 x 70 x 34.5 mm

Weight: 250 grams

2 year manufacturers warranty

"Interferential" can be likened to being a sophisticated form of TeNS, capable of deep penetration with the added bonus of having healing properties. It is a standard form of treatment used by Physiotherapists.

Normal TeNS operates at frequencies up to around 150Hz. Its electrical current runs just below skin level and the power that can be delivered is limited by the users ability to accept the strong tingling sensation it generates.

Interferential operates at very high frequencies (around 4000 Hz). At these frequencies your skin's resistance is significantly lower. This allows the current to penetrate deep into the tissue. The sensation, however, remains at a very low and comfortable level. As a result Interferential can deliver many times the "power" of a TeNS well below skin level.

Pain control with Interferential is significantly higher than with TeNS and it has the important advantages of having long term benefits by reducing swelling, reducing scar tissue, increasing blood flow and promoting the natural healing process. TeNS cannot claim these benefits.

There are two methods of application:

In FOUR POLE mode Interferential uses two pairs of electrodes. Each pair applies a high frequency signal simultaneously. These signals electronically oppose each other and they are set to have a small and very precisely controlled frequency difference between them. Deep in the tissue they meet and "interfere" with each other. Effectively, where they meet, they cancel each other out but leave a "beat" frequency equal to the controlled difference between them. This "beat" frequency can be varied and is usually set to equal a normal TeNS frequency of 2 to 150Hz.

TWO POLE Interferential is easier to explain. This mode uses just one pair of electrodes. The signal still runs at around 4000Hz but the TeNS effect is achieved by superimposing a modulation on top of the base frequency.

Whichever method is employed the result is the same: Interferential produces a very high performance TeNS action deep into the tissue but with a low and comfortable sensation to the patient.

A fully functional Interferential such as Ultima 4160 would provide a choice of two or four pole treatment and have a facility to enable the user to set the "beat" frequency according to the condition being treated.

Interferential is safe and unlike most drugs has no known side effects.

Common uses include: Pain Relief (including all TeNS applications), pre / post surgery, bone fractures, sports injuries, carpal tunnel, circulatory disorders, joint injury, cumulative trauma disorders ... and much more.

We have also found it to be extremely effective in treating migraines and tension headache.

As with any form of electrotherapy individuals with a cardiac pacemaker or who are pregnant should not use Interferential without first consulting their clinician / doctor.

This product is eligible for VAT Relief. Therefore:

If you are purchasing this product for yourself specifically to treat a long term medical condition you are entitled to purchase it exempt of VAT.

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