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The 12-day treatment begins by applying two of the electrode pads provided to the skin near the wound. These are then connected to the Accel-Heal Solo device which is activated by pressing and holding a simple button for two seconds.
ACCEL-HEAL SOLO:
ELECTRICAL STIMULATION WOUND THERAPY FOR PAINFUL AND HARD-TO-HEAL WOUNDS
Accel-Heal Solo is an electrical stimulation device that provides targeted therapy for hard-to-heal and painful wounds, including leg ulcers, diabetic foot ulcers and pressure ulcers.
One single Accel-Heal Solo device delivers an automatic, pulsed electrical stimulation throughout a pre-programmed 12-day treatment programme (previously 6, 48-hour devices were required). The pulses are below the threshold for sensory stimulation which means that patients should not typically feel them, yet they are strong enough to trigger the cellular responses needed to kick-start the healing process.
A wearable device, Accel-Heal Solo is discreet and does not hinder the patient’s mobility. Design improvements including longer wires and an optional clip and strap now enable easier placement and facilitate the treatment of larger wounds and wounds in hard-to-reach areas. The therapy can be easily managed by the patient themselves, or their carer, in the comfort of their own home.
Evidence
- Faster healing
- Relieves pain
- Improved quality of life
- Cost-effective
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CLINICIANS
Electrical stimulation is one of the most evidence-based technologies in wound management and is proven to be effective in accelerating healing in multiple wound types and reducing wound pain. It is safe to use and has minimal side effects.
PATIENTS
Accel-Heal is an easy-to-use electrical stimulation device for hard-to-heal wounds which relieves pain and stimulates healing. A small, wearable device, Accel-Heal provides advanced therapy in a simple way that can be managed by patients or carers at home.
AN OVERVIEW OF HOW TO USE ACCEL-HEAL SOLO
ALWAYS REFER TO THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE BEFORE APPLYING ACCEL-HEAL SOLO.
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Once it is activated, the Accel-Heal Solo device automatically delivers the programme of electrical stimulation. The device indicates that an electrical circuit has been established by a green LED light flashing once every two seconds.
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If it is not possible to establish an electrical circuit, the LED light flashes orange rapidly (twice per second). This may be a result of the electrodes either becoming detached or being poorly adhered to the skin. In this case, the electrode pads should be checked to ensure they are connected and well-adhered to the skin and, if necessary, replaced with new electrodes.
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The device can either be tucked into an external dressing or bandage, or held in place using the strap and clip provided. If for any reason the device needs to be removed (for example, for bathing), it is possible to pause the treatment for 2 hours by detaching the device from the electrode pads and pressing the button again for two seconds. The LED will flash orange once every two seconds to indicate the device is in the pause mode. Once the device is re-attached, it can be restarted by pressing the button again for two seconds.