Nu-Tek Levator Elite EMG ETS STIM

Nu-Tek Levator Elite Continence EMG ETS STIM

Nu-Tek EMG ETS STIM Devices have been designed by Jim Oliver, formerly of Verity Medical - the makers of NeuroTrac brand of electrotherapy devices - and an expert in EMG and neuromuscular stimulation and all the applications of E​MG and neuromuscular stimulation in co​ntinence therapy, pelvic floor assessment, pelvic floor rehabilitation, general muscle rehabilitation and pain relief. The aim of the Nu-Tek range is to provide clinicians with an advanced and reliable alternative brand of devices for clinics and for home use, thus, delivering quality, choice and affordability.

  • Designed to rehabilitate pelvic floor and treat all types of incontinence and other pelvic floor weakness related problems, the Nu-Tek Levator Elite Continence EMG ETS STIM delivers advanced Electromyography (EMG), Neuromuscular Stimulation (STIM) and Electromyography Triggered Stimulation (ETS) from a portable, compact and easy to use device.
  • Nu-Tek Levator Elite Continence features 1 pre-set EMG program for muscle assessment and 2 custom EMG/ETS programs. Nu-Tek Levator Elite features 20 pre-set continence and pelvic floor rehabilitation programs and 2 custom programs each in up to 5 treatment phases for personalised therapy.
  • In addition to stimulation with vaginal and anal probes, Nu-Tek Levator Elite can also be used with surface skin electrodes to treat stress incontinence. The skin electrodes are placed on the skin in sacral nerve area (i.e. S2 - S3) - Sacral Nerve Stimulation. Skin electrode placement guide is provided.   
  • Technologically advanced and high quality, the Nu-Tek Levator Elite is a single channel EMG Biofeedback with STIM and ETS for pelvic floor rehabilitation and continence treatments that is suitable for use at clinics and for home use. Developed to aid clinicians in attaining maximum pelvic floor rehabilitation outcomes for their patients and to assist home users in the understanding of their own pelvic floor muscles for optimum pelvic floor strength, healthy functionality and lifelong continence.

Nu-Tek Levator Elite EMG ETS STIM –  the perfect choice for clinics and for home use!

*Nu-Tek Levator Elite and accessories can be purchased VAT Free by persons with relevant chronic problems, such as incontinence or prolapse.  

Nu-Tek Levator Elite EMG ETS STIM background  

Levator Elite is a single channel EMG Biofeedback with STIM and ETS function:   

  1. EMG (electromyography) measures muscle activity and provides valuable biofeedback on muscle strength status.
  2. ETS (EMG Triggered Stimulation) is a combination of EMG and Stimulation during which EMG serves as a triggering threshold to commence stimulation. ETS facilitates rehabilitation of flaccid muscles, improves pelvic floor function and combats incontinence.
  3. STIM (stimulation - neuromuscular stimulation) improves blood flow and capillary bed density and strengthens muscle fibres.

Conditions known to respond well to EMG

  • Incontinence
  • Neuro feedback
  • Pelvic floor pain

Conditions known to respond to Neuromuscular Stimulation

  • Pelvic floor muscle strengthening
  • Urge incontinence
  • Genuine stress incontinence
  • Neuro degeneration of sensory nerve
  • Overactive bladder
  • Prolapse
  • Frequency

Conditions known to respond to ETS

  • Pelvic Floor Related Conditions – Genuine Stress Incontinence – Flaccid Muscle  

Nu-Tek Levator Elite Clinical Modes and Programs

Nu-Tek EMG ETS STIM Devices have been designed by Jim Oliver, formerly of Verity Medical - the makers of NeuroTrac brand of electrotherapy devices - and a well respected and recognised expert in EMG and neuromuscular stimulation and all the applications of EMG and neuromuscular stimulation in continence therapy, pelvic floor assessment, pelvic floor rehabilitation, general muscle rehabilitation and pain relief. The aim of the Nu-Tek range is to provide clinicians with an advanced and reliable alternative brand of devices for clinics and for home use, thus, delivering choice as well as affordability.

Nu-Tek Levator Elite features 2.4" dot matrix colour display and voice prompts for biofeedback. There is a choice of high quality Bar and Line Graph. The device offers a Lock Mode Function for home training.   

Nu-Tek Levator Elite features 3 clinical modes (EMG, ETS, STIM), each with custom programs.

There is 1 pre-set EMG program for muscle assessment. 2 custom EMG/ETS programs for setting up single EMG/ETS phase with required parameters.

20 pre-set pelvic neuromuscular stimulation programs (STIM) address different types of incontinence (i.e. stress, urge and frequency), weekly pelvic floor maintenance, lack of sensation, prolapse, rectal stimulation in men and women, etc - listed below.

Custom STIM programs that can be set to a diverse range of needs/condition based parameters with up to 5 stimulation phases in Work /Rest or Continuous in each custom program. 

Nu-Tek Levator Elite in STIM mode

Levator Elite enables the therapists / users to choose from pre-set STIM programs and custom STIM programs for input of parameters appropriate for personal stimulation needs.

The 20 pre-set pelvic floor stimulation (STIM) programs treat all types of incontinence and other pelvic floor related issues, including the most commonly occurring problems listed below:

Pelvic Floor and Continence Conditions covered by the 20 pre-set continence programs featured by the Nu-Tek Levator Elite:

  • Urge incontinence (female)
  • Stress incontinence (female)
  • Frequency
  • Mixed incontinence (Stress, Urge, Frequency)
  • Pelvic floor exercise workout
  • Rectal stimulation (male / female via anal probe)
  • Pain relief
  • Neuro degeneration of sensory nerves (female lack of sensitivity)
  • Sensory nerve test
  • Prolapse (Cystocele)
  • Maximum Pelvic Floor Exercise Shoot Bursts 
  • Pelvic Floor Endurance
  • Weekly Pelvic Floor Maintenance
  • New Mums
  • Hysterectomy
  • Sexual improvement
  • Stress incontinence stimulation via external skin electrodes (skin electrodes placed on lower back in spinal S2 – S3 area)

The Nu-Tek Levator Elite has custom (STIM) programs that can be set with stimulation parameters to meet individual user/patient needs based on the condition treated. The range of available stimulation parameters is wide and diverse and meets any stimulation requirements. The STIM custom programs can be set from 1 to maximum 5 sequential treatment phases per each program.  

Nu-Tek Levator Elite features Lock Mode and Memory Function, especially useful to therapists in order to assess patients' Home Compliance to prescribed therapy regimes. 

STIM parameters

  • Program duration: 1 – 99 minutes
  • Phase type: Work / Rest, Continuous
  • Phase duration: 1 – 99 minutes
  • Frequency: 2 – 100 Hz
  • Pulse width: 50 – 450 µS
  • Ramp down / Ramp up: 0.1 – 9.9 seconds
  • Work / Rest time: 1 – 99 seconds

Nu-Tek Levator Elite in EMG mode

In the EMG mode, the Levator Elite has 2 functions:

  1. Assessment
  2. Training

There is 1 pre-set (automatic) EMG program for assessment, enabling the user or the clinician to view their progress on the LCD screen. For the users, there is a simple bar graph display of muscle strength based on Muscle Strength Grading Scale 1 – 6 for Pelvic Floor Muscles, which helps the users to meet their therapeutic targets. For the clinicians, the Levator Elite displays the EMG Biofeedback measurements in a waveform format for clear clinical assessment and analysis of therapeutic progress.      

There are 2 EMG/ETS custom programs for training purposes. All the parameters in the custom programs are adjustable by the therapist or by the individual user under professional guidance.     

EMG parameters

  • Program duration: 99 minutes maximum
  • Threshold: 0.6 – 2000 µV; During Work period the user/patient is prompted to contract above threshold. In the Rest period the user / patient is prompted to relax the muscles.
  • Filter: Wide / Narrow
  • Biofeedback: Above / Below / Continue / OFF; Above the threshold; Below the threshold; Continue-sound; OFF – no bar graph sound.
  • Work / Rest time: 2 – 99 seconds
  • Threshold setting: Auto / Manual
  • Trial: Number of Work / Rest repetitions, 2 - 99

Training programs have patient mode and therapy mode. There are 2 custom EMG/ETS programs. All EMG Biofeedback settings can be changed/adjusted as required. Setting of custom programs should be done by trained medical professional or by the user under the guidance of the therapist.

ETS

EMG Triggered Stimulation (ETS) is a therapeutic fusion between EMG Biofeedback and Neuromuscular Stimulation. ETS is most commonly used in all types of muscle rehabilitation, including pelvic floor rehabilitation and pelvic floor muscles re-education. During ETS, the patient is required to contract the muscle as much as possible against target threshold. Once the target is achieved, the stimulation is triggered to supplement the naturally achieved muscle contraction beyond the contracting muscle’s actual ability. 

ETS Threshold   

Threshold is an EMG value measured in microvolts (µV). Stronger muscles which perform strong contractions have a higher threshold than weak or flaccid muscles. In ETS mode (EMG Triggered Stimulation), the user / patient needs to exceed to contract the muscles above the target threshold to trigger stimulation.

ETS treatment is especially useful for retraining and strengthening of the pelvic floor muscles. ETS mode also enables the user to stimulate weak muscles by setting a low level threshold target and adjusting the Work and Rest periods to individual patient needs.  

Nu-Tek Levator Elite has an Automatic (pre-set) threshold for both EMG and ETS sessions – designed to adjust the EMG muscle strength scale and the point of ETS triggering to the actual level of the patient’s EMG biofeedback muscle contraction.  

There is also a Manual threshold, which can be adjusted by the therapist as appropriate or required.

In the Patient mode, the Nu-Tek Levator Elite displays a simple and easy to understand EMG Biofeedback bar graph that illustrates pelvic floor muscle strength and helps the user to achieve their pre-set goals.

There are 6 levels on the Muscle Strength Grading Scale (Nu-Tek Scale) – measured in EMG microvolts (µV).  

  1. Virtually no muscle contraction and very little microvolt reading.
  2. Slight muscle contraction with little movement, increased microvolt reading and a short contraction muscle holding time.
  3. Moderate muscle contraction with increased movement and microvolt reading and a longer muscle contraction holding time. 
  4. Firm contraction and improved muscle holding time.
  5. Strong contraction with longer muscle holding time.
  6. Robust contraction with greatly improved muscle holding time.

Please note that the resting muscle tone has a value of 4 microvolts or lower.

ETS parameters

  • Program duration: 99 minutes maximum
  • Threshold: 0.6 – 2000 µV During Work period the user/patient is prompted to contract above threshold. In the Rest period the user / patient is prompted to relax the muscles.
  • Filter: Wide / Narrow
  • Biofeedback: Above / Below / Continue / OFF; Above the threshold; Below the threshold; Continue-sound; OFF – no bar graph sound.
  • Work / Rest time: 2 – 99 seconds
  • Threshold setting: Auto / Manual
  • Trial: Number of Work / Rest repetitions, 2 – 99
  • STIM time: 1 – 99 seconds
  • Frequency: 2 – 100 Hz
  • Pulse width: 50 – 450 µS
  • Ramp up / Ramp down time: 0.1 – 9.9 seconds

Nu-Tek Levator Elite has a built-in capability to store and analyse the data and capture home compliance to prescribed treatment regime. Captured data are displayed on the LCD. Treatment statistics can be obtained after each complete session. After the session is completed, Nu-Tek Levator Elite displays the latest session statistics. Additionally, when used for training, the devices stores the statistics of EMG, ETS and STIM first training session statistics and then records every day training data accumulated per one calendar day. For EMG assessment, Levator Elite stores the weekly statistics by carrying out an assessment program weekly or fortnightly.       

Nu-Tek Levator Elite can be linked to a PC using the optional Nu-Tek Software to record, store and analyse the measurements after each session. Periodically you will be able to download 

Nu-Tek Levator Elite Specifications

EMG

  • Single channel EMG
  • EMG range: 0.2 – 2000 µV RMS (continuous)
  • Sensitivity: 0.1 µV RMS
  • Accuracy: 4% of µV reading +/- 0.3 µV at 200 Hz
  • Selectable Band pass filter – 3db Bandwidth
  1. Wide: 18 Hz +/- 4 Hz to 370 Hz +/- 10%
  2. Narrow: 100 Hz +/- 5% to 370 Hz +/- 10%
  • Notch filter: 50 Hz (Canada 60 Hz) – 33 dbs (0.1% accuracy)
  • Common Mode Rejection Ratio: 130 dbs Minimum @ 50 Hz
  • Battery: 4 x 1.5 V AA batteries
  • Work / Rest periods: 2 – 99 seconds
  • Number of Trials: 2 – 99

STIM

  • Single Channel Stimulator     
  • Amplitude: 0 – 90 mA into 1000 Ohm load – actual mA will tend to be less than indicated due to Electrode impedance
  • Type: Constant current, maximum output voltage 90 Volts + 10 / -10 Volts
  • Waveform: Symmetrical, rectangular, bi-phasic with net zero DC current
  • Pulse width selection: 50 – 450 µS (2% accuracy)
  • Pulse rate selection: 2 – 100 Hz (2% accuracy)
  • Work / Rest periods: 1 – 99 seconds
  • Time: 1 – 99 minutes
  • Ramp up time: 0.1 – 9.9 seconds
  • 20 pre-set programs and user programmable treatment programs
  • Lock Mode and Memory Function
  • Automatic output shut off with detection of open electrode above 1 mA
  • Low battery indication at 4V +/- 0.2 V, automatic shut off when voltage drops below the low indication
  • Automatic shut off to save energy, when device is not in use for over 3 minutes
  • Environmental conditions for use: 5°C - 40°C, 15 – 93% Humidity
  • Environmental conditions for storage/transport:  - 10°C - 40°C, 0 – 93% Humidity
  • Atmospheric pressure: 700 hPa – 1060 hPa
  • Dimensions: 139 x 68 x 33 mm (L x W x D)
  • Weight: 156 g (excluding batteries)

Contraindications and Precautions

Prior to using this device, you should consult your medical professional.

A full list of warnings and precautions is detailed in the User Manual supplied with the device. Please ensure that you read and familiarise yourself with the User Manual and all recommendations, warnings and precautions detailed. Retain the User Manual for reference and future use. Use the device only for prescribed indications/conditions. 

Neuromuscular Stimulation should not be used in following instances:

  • Do not use if you have a pacemaker or intra-cardiac defibrillators or if you are connected to high frequency surgical equipment
  • Do not use when pregnant
  • Do not place skin electrodes over uterus or across the abdomen
  • When suffering with undiagnosed pain
  • Do not place skin electrodes over carotid sinus nerve, over larynx or trachea or inside mouths
  • Do not place skin electrodes over anaesthetised skin or desensitised skin 

EMG

There are no EMG precautions, unless when used with vaginal probe:

  • Do not use during menstruation
  • Do not use when suffering inflammation or infection in the vaginal area of urinary tract
  • Do not use when there is absence of sensation due to denervation of the pelvic floor

Nu-Tek Levator Elite - perfect neuromuscular stimulator with EMG Biofeedback and ETS function for pelvic floor rehabilitation and continence therapy.  

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Nu-Tek Levator Elite control unit dimensions: 139 x 68 x 33 mm (L x W x D) / Weight: 156 g (excluding batteries)

 

  • Nu-Tek Levator Elite kit consists of the main control unit, set of 4 self-adhesive skin electrodes 50 x 50 mm, set of 2 self-adhesive skin electrodes 50 x 100 mm, Nu-Tek vaginal probe, conductive lead, reference lead, 1.5V batteries (4 x AA batteries), holding cradle, User Manual in colour, skin electrodes positioning guide sheet and a carry case. Free copy of Women’s Waterworks Curing Incontinence by Dr Pauline Chiarelli. CE mark Medical Device (CE0197). 1 year warranty.
  • Nu-Tek System Software is optional extra. Nu-Tek System Software includes license for 5 activations for use on 5 PCs. 

VAT exemption is available, when purchased for personal use by people with relevant chronic conditions. VAT relief declaration must be completed online at the time of purchase.