ArcEquine User Manual

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2 Contents 1 What is ArcEquine? What can ArcEquine do for your horse? 2 How does ArcEquine work? Some conditions ArcEquine has been successfully used for 3 Quick start guide 4/5 What is in the box 6 How to turn the Delivery Unit ON How to turn the Delivery Unit OFF Audible Beep Alert 7 How to know if there is sufficient charge 8 Charging the Delivery Unit 9 Positioning the Leg Strap and Delivery Unit 10 Selecting the Treatment Option Programming the Delivery Unit Activating the Treatment Option 11 Guide to Treatment Options 12/13 Recommended Rehabilitation Regime 14 Troubleshooting Important information 15 Please note Warranty Disclaimers 16 Testimonials What Is ArcEquine? ArcEquine is a drug free, non-invasive sub-sensory treatment device, which uses microcurrent technology. Microcurrent technology works systemically at cellular level. It does not matter where on the body the current is introduced, it will always go to wherever the problem (injury/pain) is. What Can ArcEquine Do For Your Horse? Facilitates the rapid repair of tissues, including tendons, ligaments, bone fractures and wounds, often with little or no scar tissue Pre-existing scar tissue, both internal and external, no matter how chronic, is often replaced by original tissue Promotes effective dispersal and elimination of swelling, bruising, inflammation, pain and lactic acid Use before, on the way to, during, and on the way home from competition days to help the horse remain calm, disperse lactic acid, and deal effectively with micro-tears in the tissues ArcEquine is equally effective for prevention and maintenance as it is for repair and restoration 1

3 How Does ArcEquine Work? When there is tissue damage and inflammation, the electrical signals between the affected cells are often impaired, which affects normal cellular activity. Microcurrent technology utilises minute electrical currents, measured in millionths of an amp (microamps) that dramatically increase ATP (energy) production in the cells. This significantly speeds up the rate of healing and tissue repair, often with little or no scar tissue. Some Conditions ArcEquine Has Been Successfully Used For: Abscesses Arthritis Behavioural Issues Bone Spavin Bursitis Inflammation Navicular Pain Sacroiliac Sarcoids Suspensory Ligament Injury (Suspensory Desmitis) Tendons (Deep Digital Flexor Tendon) Wounds Quick Start Guide 1 Make sure you have received everything in the box (Page 4/5) 2 Attach the carbon rubber ArcPads to the leg strap using the press studs 3 Secure and connect the Delivery Unit to the leg strap using the elasticated bands (Page 6) 4 Turn the Delivery Unit ON (Page 6) 5 Make sure your Delivery Unit has sufficient charge (Page 7) 6 Select desired Treatment Option (Page 10) 7 Add a small amount of AE Gel onto each carbon rubber ArcPad 8 Attach leg strap containing the Delivery Unit to the leg, ensuring the spine of the strap runs vertically along the side of the cannon bone (Page 9) 9 Activate Treatment Option (Page 10) 10 Check for successful connectivity (Page 10) 11 Do not over tighten the elasticated Velcro straps 12 To protect the Delivery Unit, we advise that you cover loosely with a stable bandage or boot Actions 1-7 can be completed before entering the stable/approaching the horse 2 3

4 What Is In The Box? Leg strap 1 x Delivery Unit 1 x Plug charger 1 x User manual 1 x Leg strap with press studs 2 x Carbon rubber ArcPads 1 x Conductive gel (250ml) The Leg Strap: Delivery Unit The leg strap has been specifically designed for durability, comfort and connectivity. It can be lightly brushed after each use but should not come into contact with water. Conductive gel Carbon rubber ArcPads arcpads arcpads The Carbon Rubber ArcPads: The carbon rubber ArcPads are robust and durable. They are fixed to the leg strap using press studs and can be wiped clean with warm water after each use. The AE Gel: Plug charger User manual Our conductive gel has been specifically formulated for use with ArcEquine. The contents comply with all equine and veterinary regulations and requirements. Use of this gel enables electrical connectivity from the carbon rubber ArcPads, through the hair, to the skin of the horse. This gel does not contain Propylene Glycol. 4 5

5 How To Turn The Delivery Unit ON Press and hold the left-hand button until it beeps, then release. Once the battery charge indication has been shown (3 seconds) the left-hand button will light either green or red/amber. Green: Indicates the Delivery Unit has sufficient battery to deliver the next Treatment Option Red/Amber: Indicates the Delivery Unit needs charging. Treatment Option indicators LEDs 1 4 How To Know If There Is Sufficient Charge When the Delivery Unit is turned ON, the Treatment Option indication LEDs (1-4) will momentarily flash Green and Red to show that they are functioning correctly. They will then change to battery strength indication mode. 100% charge How To Turn The Delivery Unit OFF Press and hold the left-hand button. After a couple of seconds you will hear a confirmation beep, then release. All the lights will then turn off. 75% charge approx Audible Beep Alert The Delivery Unit is supplied with the audible beep alert ON. 50% charge approx Turning Audible Beep Alert ON/OFF: Ensure the delivery unit is turned ON Press and hold both buttons at the same time After 3 seconds you will hear 3 short beeps High-High-High = Audible Beep Alert Enabled High-High-Low = Audible Beep Alert Disabled 25% charge or less. To be recharged after next Delivery Period After 3 seconds, all LEDs will switch OFF, and the LED (1-4) indicating the last Treatment Option delivered will show constant amber/red. The Delivery Unit is now ready for activation. 6 7

6 Charging Status Insert the lead of the Plug charger into the base of the Delivery Unit, insert the charger into the wall socket, and switch ON. When the wall socket is switched ON you will hear two short beeps, and the charging process will begin The battery charge status depends on the colour of the left hand button and the LEDs see illustration below: charging first quarter (Left button flashing red) charging second quarter (Left button flashing red) charging third quarter (Left button flashing red) charging fourth quarter (Left button flashing red) charging complete. Remain flashing for 5 minutes (Left Button flashing Green) Complete. All lights out, just the Left button flashing Green (until power disconnected, then goes to sleep) Position The Leg Strap And Delivery Unit: Attach the leg strap with the Delivery Unit positioned to the outside of the cannon bone Do not strap to an injured leg Do not overtighten Rotate the leg strap between sound legs each day When the Delivery Unit is unplugged you will hear a single beep. ** Important ** Please charge fully upon receipt. Typically, a full charge will take between 4-5 hours, but may be longer or shorter depending on various conditions. 8 9

7 10 Selecting The Treatment Option First choose the Treatment Option you wish to deliver (see guide on Page 8). If you are not treating a specific injury/ condition but using the ArcEquine as part of a prevention/maintenance regime, we recommend that you first go through the Initial 6 week Protocol. Programming The Delivery Unit At the top of the Delivery Unit there are four Treatment Option indicator LEDs. To select your Treatment Option, press and release the left-hand button and cycle through the LEDs until the chosen Treatment Option is illuminated. As the Treatment Option is selected you will hear a sequence of short, sharp beeps. The number of beeps indicates the Treatment Option number selected. For example: 3 beeps = Treatment Option 3. When the Delivery unit is switched ON, the red/amber LED will indicate the last Treatment Option delivered. Activating The Treatment Option Once the desired Treatment Option has been selected, press and release the right-hand button once. There will be an audible beep and the Delivery Unit will begin delivery of a 3hour Treatment Option. Once activated, the left-hand button will turn off, and the right-hand button and Treatment Option indicator LED will turn either: Green: To indicate complete connectivity Red: To indicate no connectivity at one or more of the carbon rubber ArcPads, or the connector from the strap has become detached from the bottom of the Delivery Unit. After 30 seconds the Delivery Unit will go into energy saving mode. The right-hand button will turn off and the Treatment Option indicator LED will begin to flash (Green) and continue to do so throughout the delivery period. Guide to Treatment Options Each Treatment Option lasts 3 hours and should be repeated daily throughout the course of the Treatment Protocol. The Delivery Unit will turn itself OFF after 3 hours. Treatment Treatment Treatment Treatment Option 1 Option 2 Option 3 Option 4 Initial 6 week Week 1 Weeks 2 and 3 Weeks 4, 5 Protocol and 6 Wound/ Week 1* Weeks 2 and 3 Weeks 4, 5 Tissue Repair and 6 Pain Boost Immune System Eliminate Lactic Acid Psychological Trauma Undiagnosed Lameness Behavioural Problems Competition Travelling to Between rounds/ Travelling home an event After cross country from an event Maintenance and Prevention 1 weekend every month *or until sound at walk, whichever is the longer. If there are associated behavioural issues, or if there is a history of psychological trauma or significant physical trauma, please extend Phase 1 for a total of. Please note, no two horses respond at the same rate, therefore timings shown serve only as a guide and after completion of selected Treatment Option, it may be necessary to reassess and repeat. This will not cause any harm, as you cannot overuse the ArcEquine. 11

8 Recommended Rehabilitation Regime It has been found that combining the use of the ArcEquine with a progressive and dynamic rehabilitation programme enhances the effectiveness of Microcurrent Technology, especially where there is tissue damage. This not only helps to speed regenerative repair, but also ensures a far better outcome. The following is a template, with timings shown serving only as a guide. It may be necessary to reassess and repeat at each stage. During Rehabilitation: Straight lines only On a good, firm surface No circles, poles, lunging etc No pinching or squeezing of any tendon, ligament etc No testing (flexion etc) Recommended Rehabilitation Regime Whilst on Treatment Option 1: for 1 week or until the horse is sound at walk, whichever is the longer: No work Box rest (unless already turned out) Plenty of TLC Whilst on Treatment Options 2 and 3: Day Minutes Exercise Walk in hand Walk under saddle Walk and trot under saddle

9 Troubleshooting If the Treatment Option indicator LED has changed from green to red during the treatment and: 1) The right-hand button has lit up red: This indicates a loss of connectivity. Either the lead has become disconnected from the bottom of the Delivery Unit or one, or both, of the carbon rubber ArcPads are not making a good enough connection to the skin to complete the circuit. Consider applying more gel. 2) The left-hand button has lit up red: This indicates that there is insufficient power in the battery to complete delivery of the selected Treatment Option. Please charge the unit until fully charged. Should you require any assistance, contact: enquiries@arc-family.com Important Information: Use of ArcEquine is in addition to, and in no way a substitute for your existing veterinary policy and practice Protect your ArcEquine Delivery Unit and leg strap from wet and damp conditions. It is not waterproof. The use of Microcurrent Technology can cause some dehydration. Please ensure your horse always has access to clean fresh water when using the ArcEquine Unit A PDF of this manual along with further information is available on our website: Please Note: Some horses with very thin/fair skin may, after prolonged use, develop a sensitivity reaction, manifesting in a rub type condition and even some loss of hair. In order to prevent this, we make the following recommendations: Do not over tighten the elasticated Velcro straps. The carbon rubber ArcPads, plus AE gel are extremely sensitive so no pressure is required to maintain a good contact Do not use for more than 3 hours in any single session Do not cover any injury with the leg strap/bandage Rotate the leg strap between sound legs each day Warranty ArcEquine offers a 2-year warranty from the date of your purchase of the ArcEquine Delivery Unit. Please note, failure to use genuine ArcEquine consumables, or the transfer of ownership to another will invalidate any warranties. Disclaimers Users are responsible for the full reading and understanding of this User manual, and correct and complete application of the User manual instructions. ArcEquine is only for use specifically as directed on horses

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11 Testimonials Richard Davison Olympic Dressage Rider & International Trainer ArcEquine plays an important role in my competition horse management regime, especially in injury prevention and accelerating recovery after training and competitions. Lucinda Fredericks International Event Rider I love ArcEquine; it definitely speeds up recovery times for my horses and can be used to treat many injuries and other health issues. Andre La Conte International Dressage rider & Trainer ArcEquine REALLY works!!! Francis Whittington Professional Rider & National Eventing Champion 2014 ArcEquine enables our horses to be fit and well the day after an event as they were the day before Kelsey Briggs Professional Event Rider, Trainer & Equine Massage Therapist When my upper level eventer, Pirate, broke his neck last year, he was never supposed to be ridden again. With the help of ArcEquine, he has defied the odds and made a successful return to the upper levels and feels better than ever! Lena Pearson-Wood Equine & Human Physiotherapist, Livery Yard Owner & Chief Instructor of Romney Marsh Pony Club I ve been involved with ArcEquine since 2006 and alongside rehabilitation work it is an amazing tool 2016/8 enquiries@arc-family.com

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