Description of EMS Training:
EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) training involves the use of electrical impulses to stimulate muscle contractions and is designed to enhance strength, endurance, and overall fitness levels. It is important to understand the risks associated with EMS training and to acknowledge your consent to participate in such activities.
Acknowledgment of Risks:
Participation in EMS training carries inherent risks, including but not limited to:
- Risk of muscle soreness or fatigue due to intense muscle contractions.
- Risk of injury or discomfort if proper technique is not followed or if equipment is used improperly.
- Risk of exacerbating pre-existing health conditions or injuries.
- Risk of accidents or injuries caused by external factors.
Declaration of Consent:
By participating in EMS training activities, you acknowledge that you do so entirely at your own risk. You understand the risks involved and assume full responsibility for any potential injuries or discomfort that may occur during or as a result of EMS training sessions.
Medical Clearance:
You understand that EMS training may be strenuous and subject to risk of injury. It is recommended that you obtain a physical examination from a doctor and receive medical clearance before participating in EMS training, especially if you have any pre-existing health conditions or concerns.
Responsibility:
You are responsible for:
- Exercising within your limits and seeking medical advice and attention as appropriate.
- Following instructions provided by the EMS trainer or instructor during training sessions.
- Informing the trainer or instructor of any discomfort or pain experienced during exercises.
- Notifying the trainer or instructor of any changes in your health status or medical conditions that may affect your participation in training sessions.
Safety Guidelines:
You agree to inform your trainer immediately if any of the following occurs during EMS training sessions:
- You have any form of skin injury (e.g., wounds, inflammations, burns) as electrodes cannot be placed on or close to injuries.
- You feel your skin starting to burn during the training, in which case the training needs to be stopped immediately.
- You experience malaise, dizziness/faintness, chest pains, or any other physical discomfort during the training, in which case the training needs to be stopped immediately.
Contraindications:
EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) should not be used under the following medical conditions, unless approved by a medical practitioner:
- Abdominal wall or inguinal hernia
- Acute bacterial or viral infections
- Advanced arteriosclerosis
- Advanced Muscular Dystrophy
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
- Any form of heart disease
- Arthritis
- Asthma or any form of lung disease
- Bleeding (haemorrhage), impaired clotting ability (haemophilia)
- Cancer
- Cardiac pacemaker and other metal implants
- Diabetes mellitus
- Electrolyte imbalance (hypokalemia)
- Fever
- Heart rhythm disorders
- High Creatine Kinase enzyme values (hypothyroidism, uremia)
- Hypertension and uncontrolled hypertension (200/105)
- Marfan syndrome
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Parkinson's Disease
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Psychiatric disease (e.g. schizophrenia)
- Serious neurological diseases
- Severe arterial blood circulation disorders
- Skin Intolerance
- Slipped/ruptured spinal disk (herniated disk)
- Soft tissue swelling, Oedema
- Spastic epilepsy
- Spastic spinal paralysis
- Thrombosis or thrombosis tendency
- Thyrotoxicosis (due to hyperthyroidism)
- Tuberculosis
- Tumors
- Uncontrolled myxedema (severe hypothyroidism).
It's important to consult with a medical professional if you have any of these conditions before using EMS.
Declaration:
By participating in EMS training activities, you confirm that you have read and understood the above information and consent to participate in EMS training sessions. You acknowledge that you do not suffer from any of the illnesses or conditions listed above or that you have received medical approval to participate in EMS training despite any existing medical conditions.
