Frequently Asked Questions Myo 4
Q: Can Anyone Use EMS?
A: People with implanted electronic equipment, such as pacemakers and intracardial defibrillators, must NOT be treated with electrical stimulation. Pregnant women should NOT use electrical stimulation during the first 12 weeks of pregnancy
Q: Is it Really Possible to Train Muscles with EMS?
A: Yes, EMS boosts strength and muscle mass, just like other types of training. You'll get the best effect from combining EMS with active training
Q: What Research and Studies Prove that EMS Works?
A: You can find references at Cefar Medical's homepage - www.cefar.se
Q: How Often should Electrical Muscle Stimulation be Used?
A: We recommend using EMS 2-6 times a week per muscle, depending on what type of program you use, your training level and how accustomed you are to electrical muscle stimulation. For more information, see the Personal Trainer included with the product
Q: How Long should each Workout Session with the Cefar Myo 4 Be?
A: Each stimulation session can be from 5 minutes up to a couple of hours, including the warm-up and recovery phases
Q: Is it possible to Boost your Condition using the Cefar Myo 4?
A: No. You can only improve your condition by increasing your heart rate with exercise like bicycling, running, aerobics and spinning
Q: Can I lose Weight/Get Stronger by using the Cefar Myo 4?
A: EMS is not a diet method, but like all other training, it does make your muscles stronger and firmer
Q: How do I Position the Electrodes on the Muscle?
A: Place two or more electrodes on the muscle you want to train. To relieve pain, place the electrodes in the painful area. For detailed information on electrode placement, see the Electrode Placement Guide in the user manual
Q: How Long do the Electrodes Last?
A: They last for 20-40 applications and removals, depending on how well the care instructions are followed. The care and storage instructions are inside the electrode package
Q: How Strong Stimulation can I use?
A: For muscle training, turn it up so that the muscles contract. For warm-up and recovery, the muscles should vibrate. The stimulation must not be painful. The manual describes how each program should feel
Q: Is the Current Harmful?
A: No, the current is so weak that it is harmless. Physiotherapists and doctors use Cefar's stimulators on their patients
Q: What Kind of Batteries does it Take?
A: Comes complete with built in rechargeable NiMH battery 7.2V 1300 mAh
Q: What is the Difference between Cefar Myo 4 and the ones I can Order from TV?
A: We have tested many of the 'infomercial' stimulators on the market, though not all. The technical setup of the programs differs widely, which is crucial in terms of muscle physiology, both so that you get the desired effect and so that the stimulation is pleasant. The quality of the hardware also varies, for example, in terms of durability. Cefar Medical has been developing electrotherapy since 1975. Their products are always based on solid medical research, including the sport and fitness sitmulators
Q: Are cefar's Stimulators EU Approved?
A: Cefar's stimulators meet the requirements of the Medical Device Directive, MDD 93/42/EEC, including the EMC requirements. Cefar is certified according to ISO 13485
Q: What Does the Package Include?
A: The Cefar Myo 4 comes in a case with: Unit, bag, manual, electrode placement guide, 4 cables, battery charger (16 hour charger) PC-cable, 2 packages of electrodes 50 x 100 mm and a CD with an integrated Personal Trainer
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