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This unit may be used in two different ways.
If it is practical, the unit may be applied during exercise. Place a treatment electrode pad, one at either end of the muscle or muscle group that will be prone to fatigue during the activity. For example the thigh muscles in cyclists.

If it is not practical to use the unit during exercise apply the unit immediately prior to the activity. Remember you can use the Y connector to make a four-pad application so two muscle groups may be boosted simultaneously

Use the unit for 30 minutes after training or competition (within 0 -2 hours is ideal).
We suggest that it should be applied following a cooling down activity.

The unit may be used in two different ways. For specific areas of muscle fatigue place a treatment electrode one at each end of the muscle or muscle group affected. For a general application use the Y connector so that a four pad application may be applied. Place one pad on the top of either foot (from one wire coming from the unit) and a single pad on the top of each hand. fig. 9

Synapse micro-current units are completely safe to use. Pad placement to some extent is subjective.

The Tendonworks® unit is a registered medical device and is completely safe for unsupervised use. However tendon problems come in many different forms and as such required different treatments and management. What can present as pain, stiffness and loss of function to the individual can have many different causes, which is why we always recomend that someone who is suffering with a tendon problem obtains a proper diagnosis and as such an appropriate treatment.

The Tendonworks unit is designed to accelerate the rate at which new type 1 collagen (the main tissue in tendons) is produced which will facilitate a quicker rate of repair. To work at its most efficient a properly tailored exercise regime should be implemented along side the Tendon Works treatment protocol. The Tendonworks unit can be used for several different conditions affecting tendon tissue, such as strains, tears, chronic (long-term) discomfort and dysfunction.

The biggest single cause of tendon problems in horses is caused by chronic degeneration; that is the gradual, but constant breaking down of the tendon's complicated structure. This is a common scenario in horses over the age of 6 years old where it has been suggested that the normal regenerative/degenerative cycle of tissue turnover becomes more prevalent in the degenerative phase. Whilst the cause of this is unknown I would suspect that a faulty gene which regulates the production of Type 1 collagen is a prime suspect which in effect produces lazy cells.

The Tendonworks Equine unit is designed to accelerate the rate at which new type 1 collagen (the main tissue in tendons) is produced by activating these lazy cells. This in turn facilitates a quicker rate of repair. To work at its most efficient it is essential that a properly tailored exercise regime should be implemented along side the Tendonworks treatment protocol. Despite this, because of the inherent problem of the weight bearing nature of the most common tendon affected by this pathology, the SDFT, the time to recover from this type of injury is lengthy. Tendonworks Equine units will only be available through Synapse registered equine vets who are capable of implementing and monitoring an appropriate exercise protocol.

Accel Heal will produce an accelerated rate of tissue repair in skin. The mechanism behind wounds that fails to heal properly or at all is not fully understood and is certainly multi-factorial. The Accel Heal unit can be use on all types of skin wounds and is currently being trailed on chronic non-healing wounds such as venous and diabetic ulcers. In addition, Synapse has some interesting anecdotal evidence to suggest that it may also be used on reducing the effects of scarring in skin tissue.

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Please see instructions for use

Once you have pressed the ON button down for 2 seconds, the green ON light/LED will begin to flash from underneath the front cover of your unit on the left hand side.

In the unlikely event that your unit will not activate, please make sure you have pressed the button down for 2 seconds to see if it turns on. This is indicated by a green light flashing through the front cover of your unit on the left hand side. If this light does not begin to flash, please contact customerservices@synapsemicrocurrent.com and we will look into resolving the problem for you.

The unit has completed its treatment course. Please send the unit back to Synapse Microcurrent Ltd, 1C The Courtyard, Market Place, Westerham, Kent, TN16 1AZ and receive a 15% discount off your next purchase. We will then dispose of the old unit in an environmentally sound manner.

-Tendonworks product - 50 uses with 30 minute programmes for each use. The unit will cease work after it has been used 50 times.
- Accel-Heal product - Single use with a 48hour programme for it's single use.
- Recovery product - 50 uses with 30 minute programmes for each use. The unit will cease work after it has been used 50 times.
- Performance product - 50 uses with 30 minute programmes for each use. The unit will cease work after it has been used 50 times.

This is indicated on the shop page when you go to buy the electrodes. To summarise:
Performance and Recovery Units - 2in x 4in Oval Re-usable Electrodes
Tendonworks Unit - 2in x 2in square Re-usable Electrodes
Accel-Heal Unit - 1.75 in x 1.75 in Square Stimulating Electrodes

Please see our comprehensive guide on how to use the product accessories on our Instructions for use section

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The conducting treatment electrode pads are placed, one either end of the desired treatment area.	Press and hold down the On/Off button for 2 seconds. A green ON non-flashing LED/light will stay lit unit finger is released.	When your finger is released the program will commence its operation the green LED will flash once every 2 seconds. The program runs its specific sequence after which time the unit will turn itself off.	Press & hold the on/off button for 2 seconds to stop the program. The unit always resets to the beginning of the program when restarted

The Synapse Tendonworks Equine micro-current unit has a specific set of treatment parameters that make it suitable for treating equine tendons and ligaments presenting with chronic degenerative pathology and acute partial and full ruptures.

The unit is specifically designed to be used on superficial tendons and ligaments such as the superficial flexor tendon and suspensory ligament. The unit should be used under the direction of a veterinarian or health practitioner.

Treatment Plan
Each unit contains fifty 30 minute treatments; 25 hours of treatment. A typical treatment regime is as follows:

Days 1 - 5
3 x thirty minute treatments per day
Days 8 - 12
2 x thirty minute treatments per day
Days 15 - 19
1 x thirty minute treatments per day

This totals 15 hours of treatment over a three week period with 5 days of treatment followed by 2 days off. Following the treatment regime we suggest the unit is used once a day for five days (2.5 hours of treatment) every three months. This will provide a further year of cover. When this is completed the unit will have completed its cycle of programmes.

Placement of treatment electrode pads
The conducting treatment electrode pads are placed one either end of the affected tendon. If there is a particular focal point of damage place an electrode pad either side of this area during the second five days of treatment.

Turning the unit on
Press and hold down the On/Off button for 2 seconds. A green ON non-flashing LED/light will stay lit unit finger is released.

Suggested Exercise regime
The application of the correct exercise regime is crucial in order to achieve the best outcome. We do not give specific case by case advice. However, as a general rule we advocate the application of regular (several times a day), low intensity, low concussion, straight line exercise during the treatment and post treatment period. For example, a typical basic exercise regime could be walking the horse in hand for 10 minutes, 4-5 times a day. Walking up hill is particularly beneficial.

Connect an electrode to the end of each cable leading out of the Synapse Micro-current Unit.

If you need to treat an area of the body that requires the electrode pads to be placed in two areas of the body at the same time see interactive pad placement guide place one Y cable to the end of each cable leading out of the Synapse Micro-current unit, (see diagram below) allowing you to connect an electrode pad (4 in total) to the ends of these Y cables. You must ensure you have a positive + and a negative - pair of electrodes at each target area.
Example of using Y leads to give simultaneous treatment to both legs. Please note the colours below are for illustrative purposes only. All leads are white. It is unimportant whether the + or - pads are located top or bottom.

If you need to increase the length of the cables leading out of the Synapse Micro-current unit, simply connect an extender to the end of each of these cables and connect the electrode pads to the extenders ready for use. You can also connect the Y cables onto the extenders if any extra length required when using this accessory.