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ZYNEX

Received Feb 9, 2011 · Event occurred Jan 21, 2011

Report 1723686-2011-00001 · MDR key 1994420

Device

Generic name

Tens Electrical Stimulator

Model number

TRUWAVE

Product problems

  • Electrostatic Discharge

Patient

Not reported

  • Electric Shock

Narrative

Additional Manufacturer Narrative

CONCLUSION: IT IS INCONCLUSIVE EXACTLY HOW THE PATIENT EXPERIENCED A SHOCKING SENSATION. ON-SKIN EVALUATION OF THE UNIT IN STRENGTH DURATION MODE REVEALED SOME UNPLEASANTNESS ON THE LEFT FOREARM. WHETHER THE PATIENT EXPERIENCED THAT SORT OF SENSATION OR SOMETHING WORSE IS INCONCLUSIVE.

Description of Event or Problem

PATIENT REPORTED HE GOT A SHOCK WHEN USING THE UNIT.

Remedial action

  • Replace