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Why buy a top of the range TENS?

All the TENS in this section have more pulse modes ( between five and twelve) than the TENS in the other sections ( usually just three). The three common pulse modes are normal ( felt as a constant tingling), burst ( felt as a two or so bursts of pulses every second ) and modulation ( felt as a massage effect or the tingling coming and going). Having three pulse modes is fine for most patients. Most patients will find one pulse mode which is most comfortable for them and will regularly use that one pulse mode. 

However, a significant number of patients do try different modes in different situations, or will try different modes just so they don't get used to the one mode. In the case of the Spectrum Max-SD, one of it's five pulse modes was specially designed by Dr Jim Finney from the Pain Treatment Centre, Fort Worth Texas, for use in patients with Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy, an uncommon but difficult to treat pain condition. This particular pulse mode is a patented variation of the modulation mode, and is felt as a very slowly changing pulse. Many patients find the special mode useful for normal pain as well. 

Another reason for buying a top of the TENS is they are generally better made and usually have longer warranties than bottom and middle of the range TENS. 

Can I get a Rebate?

Most health funds provide rebates, some generous, for all the TENS in this catalogue. Please check with your health fund. 

Worker's Compensation / Third Party

Remember, if you have an injury claim under workers compensation or third party and your doctor recommends a TENS for your pain, then the insurance company may pay for the cost of the sale or hire of the TENS. If we get approval from the insurance company, then we bill the insurance company direct. Just contact us with your claim details. 

OBSOLETE PRODUCT

Spectrum Max-SD 

Our most advanced Spectrum TENS, with five pulse modes. Rugged construction and five pulse modes giving plenty of choices to patients with various pain syndromes. 

Most TENS machines on the market only have three pulse modes. The most common pulse modes are normal ( felt as a constant tingling), burst ( felt as two or so bursts of pulses every second ) and modulation ( felt as a massage effect or the tingling coming and going). Having three pulse modes is fine for most patients. Most patients will find one pulse mode which is most comfortable for them and will regularly use that one pulse mode. 

However, a significant number of patients do try different modes in different situations, or will try different modes just so they don't get used to the one mode. In the case of the Spectrum Max-SD, one of it's five pulse modes was specially designed by Dr Jim Finney from the Pain Treatment Centre, Fort Worth Texas, for use in patients with Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy, an uncommon but difficult to treat pain condition. This particular pulse mode is a patented variation of the modulation mode, and is felt as a very slowly changing pulse. Many patients find the special mode useful for normal pain as well. Has specially designed form of stimulation used for cases of reflex sympathetic dystrophy. This mode has also proved popular with patients without reflex sympathetic dystrophy. 

Clinical literature available: J.W.Finney et al. "Low Frequency Transcutaneous Stimulation in Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy" J Neurol Orthop Med Surg (1991) 12:270-273
Dual channel. Variable pulse width and rate. 
Five pulse modes, including two different forms of strength duration, including sympathetic stimulation. 
Push button mode select very popular due to ease of use. 

Made in USA - Five year warranty.
 
Australian Price USA Price

Empi Epix-XL 

EPIX-XL TOP OF THE RANGE TENS MACHINE
 DETAILED CLINICAL MANUAL AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
Detailed clinical manual available on request.

Epix XL 

Probably the most advanced TENS on the market. Ideal for those really difficult cases or for use in pain clinics. 

Apart from standard features found on most machines, has eight (8!) easy to dial preprogrammed regimens: 

Extremely Low Frequency: May be indicated for maintenance of pain control on low back patients; or for highly sensitive skin that reacts to stimulation. 

Dual Pulse: Emulates popular high voltage galvanic sequence. Dual pulses hold superficial skin senses in refractory to reduce sensation at the electrode - still provide deep sensory activation. Burst to reduce accommodation and avoid fatigue. 

High Frequency: Effects similar to Dual Pulse, but provides an apparent low intensity for sensitive areas proximal to bone etc. May provide greater localised paraesthesia in some acute topical applications. 

Bi-Modal: Permits treatment in two distinctly different pain areas. Allows for varied patient treatment needs, while enhancing comfort. Intensity of either channel can be adjusted to patient comfort and needs. Potential applications are for neck/back pain, low back pain, and diffused pain. 

Particularly good for patients who could benefit from low-frequency, but have poor stimulus tolerance. When used in the same area, the high frequency mode can work to mask low-frequency discomfort. 

Ramped burst: Preferred for the stimulus intolerant patient requiring dual channel burst. 

Alternating Ramped Burst: For large area coverage such as diffuse back pain, or several spinal segments. 

Modulated Amplitude: Varies spatial recruitment patterns, helping reduce habituation and promote increased local blood flow through pumping action. 

Random Modulation: Has maximum resistance to accommodation or central nervous system adaption because its random pattern does not allow predictability. A solution to the most difficult pain management problems. 

Five year warranty
 
Australian Price USA Price
Only $AUD495 Only $USD350
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You Get: EPIX-XL Two Channel TENS Machine, including manual, soft carry case, Pals Electrodes 5cm x 5cm (4/pkt), Lead Wires and 9V Alkaline Battery

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Epix-XL Clinical Guidelines Manual 

Detailed 48 page clinical manual on the Epix-XL, describing electrode placement for many conditions and rational for using different modes. Complimentary with Epix-XL ( therapists only) 

USA Compliant Recharger 

Australian Price USA Price
Only $AUD12.85 Only $USD9.95*
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9V Battery - Rechargeable 

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Only $AUD27.95 Only $USD21.80* + $USD25* Courier

Eclipse Plus

Since 1986, Masters Medical has been selling Medtronic brand TENS. These TENS included the Neuromod, Comfortburst, Selectra, Comfortwave, Eclipse, Eclipse Plus, MedTENS 100, Dynex II, Dynex III and Dynex IV. Some years ago, Medtronic sold it's "external" stimulator, that is TENS, division  to Empi. Medtronic TENS brands current at the time of the acquisition included the Eclipse Plus, MedTENS 100 and Dynex III. These were taken over by Empi and added to their range of TENS and TENS accessories. The best known TENS from Empi is the Epix-XL. Empi continues to sell the Eclipse Plus. The Dynex and MedTENS 100 have been dropped. 

Masters Medical sells the Eclipse Plus and Epix-XL as well as accessories for current and older models of Medtronic TENS. Leadwires are available for all these TENS. Unfortunately, the specialised battery pack for the Comfortburst is no longer available.

 

Eclipse Plus 

This unit has proved itself over the years - advanced features, very high reliability. A popular unit in pain clinics. 

Dual channel. Variable pulse width and rate.  
Six pulse modes - constant, burst, modulation of pulse width, rate, width and rate, strength duration 1. 

Two Year Warranty. 
 
Australian Price USA Price
Only $AUD495 Only $USD297* + $USD25* Courier

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* Based on exchange rate of $USD0.60=$AUD1.00. Payment by credit card - see Order Forms and Price Lists
 
 


How to contact Masters Medical
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Phone: (02) 9689 3655 Fax: (02) 9689 2866
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Clients - for quickest response - please ring our offices. Given the nature of our products and services, we can give more personalised attention over the phone or even better - face to face.
 
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