WWC - Technology Devices

How do you turn on the PEMF machine?

Turn the unit on gently via the back toggle; set duration (typically 15 or 30 mins) and use the up arrow to set intensity (12 levels in total).

Why do you need to check the back-mat color when using the PEMF?

The footpad needs to be the opposite color so that the current moves through the whole body. Black is less intense for more sensitive patients.

It is very important to ensure that… when using the PEMF machine?

Any ASA bracelets are removed. No one with a metal pacemaker, IUD or metal implants use this equipment.

Why may someone use the BEMER machine?

If they have a metal device stopping them from using the PEMF, or if they can’t handle the intensity. It is also used for more circulation.

How do you set up the BEMER device for a patient?

Place the pad on the body, organ-specific when possible. Select the program per the test sheet or previous session. You may also need to set the intensity directly if directed then press START.

How do you turn on and prepare a BrainTap for a patient?

Turn on the headset at the ear piece, this should cause it to light up. Then push the Bluetooth on the headset to connect it to the iPad. After helping the patient get comfortable and using the eye lights when possible, login into the app, hit streaming, select the program to what is going on in the patients life and play.

How do you adjust the volume during a BrainTap?

By clicking the button on the side of the tablet.

What’s the first step to setting up the Ion Cleanse?

Fill the tub liner with water to the top of the ion array; add 1 scoop of salt and 1 dropper of the anti-chlorine solution.

What’s the second step to setting up the Ion Cleanse?

Turn the unit on, select Start, set Mode to 3, set time (25 or 30 mins), then Start again.

What do you need to monitor during the Ion Cleanse process?

Monitor the salt reading and top up as needed. If the unit keeps drawing salt, the ion array needs replacing. Mark the replacement date on the silver cord with a sharpie.

What are the steps for when a patient is finished with the Ion Cleanse?

Turn off the unit, rinse the patients feet and clean/drain the array and tub. Replace the liner and towels.

In terms of microcurrents, normal print on the test sheet is the primary program and _____ is the secondary program.

Italics

When setting up a Microcurrent session, which program needs to be reprogrammed ahead of time?

Italicized - Secondary Program

What step after checking the patient program is necessary when setting up a Microcurrent session?

Spray the gloves with water and place them on the patient, organ-specific where possible: black/yellow on the back, red/green on the front.

When setting up a Microcurrent session, ____ is for the back and ____ is for the front.

Black/Yellow

Red/Green

What’s the third step to setting up a Microcurrent session?

Select Mode until you reach the designated program then Run. Programs default to 100amps, adjust with arrows as instructed.

When doing a Microcurrent session what is the correct ampage for 1. Heavier weight and 2. Children?

1. ~200

2. ~60

What do you need to warn a client about when using the Microcurrent equipment?

A “Layla Land” sensation that is frequency specific and will pass once the unit is off. You will need to check that both panels are pulsing, and check glove fit/water if pinching occurs.

This is a finishing instruction for which tech: machine turns off after use, pausing is available in 240 second increments via the Run button. Clean gloves with Ethanol solution after use.

Microcurrent Tech

After turning on the unit with the key and selecting the mode that the provider designates, what’s the next step to seeing up the FX 365 tech?

Place the laser heads at the area of complaint or around the brain, provide goggles if the laser may contact the patients eyes and then push start.

With the FX 365 unit, which protocols may run shorter than the typical 6 minutes?

Brain/Concussion Protocols

What’s the first instruction after turning on the LZR7 unit with the key?

Use the small or large head as designated (large is typical) and adjust the % (0-100) as needed.

What’s the second part to setting up a LZR7 session?

Pushing start and then laser the area of complaint for the designated amount of time (0-2) minutes, making sure to turn off after use.

What’s the first step to setting up an SRT unit?

Turn on each optimizer and place the designated number on the patient as assigned by the provider; patch any nutrition with a tea bag under the SRT if needed.

What is the second step of setting up an SRT unit?

Start the timer and place it on the timer card; when finished, turn off all of the optimizers and return them to the basket in the Ion room.

What 6 Diagnostic tests are included in a Functional Evaluation almost always performed on a new patient and sometimes existing ones?

Visual Contrast Scale

Zyto

Heart Rate Variability

Blood Pressure

Foot Levelers Foot Scan

Additional Testing- saliva pH, Zinc, Iodine, o2% are done routinely, Nitric Oxide at provider’s request.

Visual Contrast Scale Diagnostic Test:

The patient reads line directions on columns C and D, one eye at a time; tally correct answers out of 32 (8 boxes x 2 lines x 2 lines )

Zyto Diagnostic Test:

Patient places a hand on the bio meridian scanner; select Inventory Only and the only 3 categories matching their biggest complaints. Bio markers, Range, Nutrition, and Organ reports are generated.

Heart Rate Variability Diagnostic Test:

Place the strap on the patient’s chest and connect the cord to their shirt; follow on-screen prompts and record/color-code the resulting graph.

Blood Pressure Diagnostic Test:

Taken three times; automatic cuff lying down and standing, manual cuff for calf pressure (look for above 200 without pain).

Foot Levelers Foot Scan Diagnostic Test:

The patient stands balanced on the scanner, right foot first and then the left foot (not touching wall or desk); generate a summary of results.

Only Drs Cooper, Bot and Barmore can insert needles. What can you do as a support?

Prepare patient, connect electrical leads, and remove needles properly.

What is a READY TO GO acupuncture patient?

Ankles and knees uncovered, legs resting in a towel (not directly on the table or under blankets), elbows and hands accessible. Keep the room a comfortable temperature and offer a blanket/lavender eye pack.

What is the proper procedure to removing acupuncture needles?

Wear gloves when removing and dispose of them in the red sharps container.

What are new acupuncture patients given during their session for any help?

A bell to ring.