{"product_id":"nmes-kegel-exerciser","title":"V2 Kegel Exerciser \u0026 Pelvic Floor Stimulator with Vaginal Probe","description":"\u003ch1\u003eV2 Kegel Exerciser and Pelvic Floor NMES Stimulator\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eV2 Kegel Exerciser\u003c\/strong\u003e is a single-channel electrical muscle stimulation device designed for pelvic-floor neuromuscular stimulation in adult women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe system delivers programmed electrical pulses through a reusable vaginal probe to create controlled pelvic-floor muscle contractions. Its FDA-cleared intended use is electrical stimulation and neuromuscular re-education to rehabilitate weak pelvic-floor muscles in women with stress, urgency, and mixed urinary incontinence and to help them maintain urinary continence. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a manual Kegel weight or app-based squeeze trainer, the V2 actively delivers NMES stimulation. Unlike a professional EMG biofeedback system, however, it does not measure electrical muscle activity, display microvolt readings, or electronically score contraction quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current package includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eV2 pelvic-floor stimulator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReusable vaginal probe with indicator wand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne probe lead wire\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour AA batteries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstruction manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe control unit uses two AA batteries; the current retail kit provides two additional batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePelvic-floor NMES and EMS stimulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntended for adult women\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReusable vaginal stimulation probe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMechanical contraction indicator wand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive preset stimulation programs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntensity display adjustable from 0–99\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaximum listed output up to 80 mA into a 500-ohm load\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatic 30-minute programs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey-lock function\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePause and resume control\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLast-used program memory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSingle output channel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBattery-powered portable design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUses two 1.5-volt AA batteries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour AA batteries included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe probe is not made with natural rubber latex\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReusable, single-patient probe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFDA 510(k) cleared for over-the-counter use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufactured in Taiwan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V2 is a single channel, has five fixed programs, an asymmetrical rectangular biphasic waveform, an output up to 80 mA, and battery operation using two AA cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eV2 Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eV2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnderlying Everyway platform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEV-805I\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDevice type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNonimplanted electrical continence device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMES \/ EMS pelvic-floor stimulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUser population\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdult women\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrograms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFive preset programs, P1–P5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntensity display\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0–99 levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum listed current\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 80 mA peak into 500 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum listed voltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 40 V peak into 500 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaveform\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsymmetrical rectangular biphasic pulse\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgram length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 minutes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKey lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePause function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgram memory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStores the last-used program\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo 1.5-volt AA batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent kit battery quantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFour AA batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRechargeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl-unit dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 92 × 62 × 28.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl-unit weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 123 g with batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded treatment interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReusable vaginal probe with indicator wand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProbe use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle patient only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFDA status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTC Class II; 510(k) cleared\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFDA clearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eK161349\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCountry of manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaiwan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual delivered current can be lower than the displayed or maximum value because the probe-to-tissue impedance affects the electrical circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is a Pelvic-Floor NMES Device?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNMES stands for \u003cstrong\u003eneuromuscular electrical stimulation\u003c\/strong\u003e. It uses electrical pulses to stimulate motor nerves and produce muscle contraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the V2, the current travels through two conductive surfaces on the vaginal probe. The pulse pattern alternates between contraction and relaxation periods according to the selected program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTreatment phase\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat happens\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStimulation or on time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical current activates the pelvic-floor muscles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContraction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe muscles tighten around the probe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelaxation or off time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCurrent stops or decreases so the muscles can rest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepetition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe contraction-and-rest cycle continues for the programmed session\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis differs from TENS, which is generally used for sensory-level pain modulation rather than targeted pelvic-floor contraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/blogs\/which-modalities-to-use\/tens-vs-nmes\"\u003eTENS vs. NMES: Differences, Uses, and Device Selection\u003c\/a\u003e for a fuller explanation of sensory and motor electrical stimulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFDA-Cleared Intended Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Incontinence Stimulation System is cleared to provide electrical stimulation and neuromuscular re-education for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRehabilitation of weak pelvic-floor muscles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreatment of stress urinary incontinence in women\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreatment of urgent urinary incontinence in women\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreatment of mixed urinary incontinence in women\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintenance of urinary continence in women\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an over-the-counter Class II device. The cleared system combines the EV-805I stimulation platform with compatible vaginal probes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe page should not imply that the V2 treats the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePelvic organ prolapse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePelvic pain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSexual dysfunction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFaecal incontinence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeurological bladder disease\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUrinary tract infection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterstitial cystitis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEndometriosis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePostpartum injuries generally\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMale urinary incontinence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe available FDA clearance and V2 manual are specific to vaginal stimulation for urinary incontinence in adult women.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUnderstanding Stress, Urgency and Mixed Incontinence\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGeneral symptom pattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eV2 program group\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStress urinary incontinence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeakage associated with coughing, sneezing, laughing, lifting, exercise, or increased abdominal pressure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgram 5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUrgency urinary incontinence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeakage associated with a sudden, difficult-to-defer urge to urinate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrograms 3 and 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMixed urinary incontinence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFeatures of both stress and urgency incontinence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrograms 1 and 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe program groups above follow the available V2 instruction manual. A diagnosis should not be made from a product-description table. New, changing, painful, or unexplained urinary symptoms require professional evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFive Preset Pelvic-Floor Programs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current V2 manual documents five fixed 30-minute programs. The user selects the program and adjusts intensity; frequency, pulse width, contraction time, and rest time are preset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProgram\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManual’s intended category\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eFrequency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003ePulse width\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eContraction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eRest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eTotal time\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMixed incontinence and continence maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e35 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e250 µs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e4 sec.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e8 sec.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e30 min.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMixed incontinence and continence maintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e40 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e200 µs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e6 sec.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e15 sec.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e30 min.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUrgency incontinence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e10 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e250 µs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e5 sec.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e3 sec.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e30 min.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP4\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUrgency incontinence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e7–16 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e150 µs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e4 sec.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e4 sec.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e30 min.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eP5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStress incontinence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e20 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e250 µs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e5 sec.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e5 sec.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e30 min.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe programs are not intended as substitutes for diagnosis. Select the program that corresponds to the confirmed continence problem and the current instructions supplied with the device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAdjustable 0–99 Intensity Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V2 displays intensity on a scale from \u003cstrong\u003e0 to 99\u003c\/strong\u003e. The scale is a device level, not a direct one-to-one milliamp reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technical specifications list a maximum output of up to 80 mA into a 500-ohm load. Actual output depends partly on probe contact and impedance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncrease intensity gradually after the probe is correctly inserted:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin at level 0.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaise the intensity slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStop at a strong but tolerable contraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduce the level if the sensation becomes painful, sharp, burning, or difficult to tolerate for the complete program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStop the session for muscle fatigue or discomfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manual advises selecting the highest comfortable level rather than using an arbitrary intensity number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Should Pelvic-Floor Stimulation Feel Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sensation commonly progresses from the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMild tingling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncreasing pressure or pulsing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tightening sensation around the probe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA noticeable pelvic-floor contraction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelaxation between contractions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should not feel like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSharp electrical pain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinching\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePersistent cramping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSevere pelvic pain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePain that continues after the session\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIrritation caused by an inadequately lubricated or incorrectly positioned probe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntensity is individualized. A level that is comfortable for one user may be excessive or insufficient for another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIndicator Wand: Mechanical Feedback, Not EMG Biofeedback\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe included probe has an indicator wand that can be attached at its base. During a correctly performed voluntary Kegel contraction, the wand should move downward, away from the body. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis can provide a simple visual indication of movement, but it is important not to call it EMG biofeedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eV2 indicator wand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eElectronic EMG biofeedback\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResponds to physical probe movement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot its main measurement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasures electrical muscle activity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisplays microvolt readings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduces a muscle-activity graph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStores performance measurements\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAvailable on some clinical devices\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHelps show general contraction movement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, with more detailed measurements.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetects abdominal or gluteal compensation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMay assist when multiple channels are used clinically\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor professional pelvic-floor measurement, biofeedback, stimulation, and EMG-triggered stimulation, compare the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/richmar-emg-pro-the-all-in-one-muscle-rehabilitation-device\"\u003eRichmar EMG Pro\u003c\/a\u003e and read Balego’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/blogs\/emg-electromyography\/emg-pro-portable-biofeedback-and-electrotherapy-for-womens-health\"\u003eEMG Pro Women’s Health guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePelvic-Floor Electrical Stimulation vs. Manual Kegel Exercises\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eiStim V2 NMES\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManual Kegel exercises\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMuscle activation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrically induced contractions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoluntary contractions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal device required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreset work-rest timing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntensity adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBased on voluntary effort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfirms correct technique\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe indicator shows general movement only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional assessment may be needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuilds voluntary control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShould be paired with appropriate voluntary training when advised\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-time device purchase plus replacement probe\/lubricant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo equipment required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWomen who need electrically assisted activation or a prescribed continence program\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFirst-line pelvic-floor muscle training for many women\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupervised pelvic-floor muscle training remains a first-line treatment for stress and mixed urinary incontinence. NICE advises against routinely combining electrical stimulation with pelvic-floor training but says electrical stimulation or biofeedback should be considered when a woman cannot actively contract the pelvic-floor muscles. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nice.org.uk\/guidance\/ng123\/chapter\/Recommendations\" title=\"Recommendations | Urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse in women: management | Guidance | NICE\"\u003eNICE\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V2 should therefore be positioned as a \u003cstrong\u003especialized pelvic-floor stimulation tool\u003c\/strong\u003e, not as automatically superior to correctly performed voluntary exercises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eiStim V2 vs. Richmar EMG Pro\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eiStim V2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/richmar-emg-pro-the-all-in-one-muscle-rehabilitation-device\"\u003eRichmar EMG Pro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary setting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHome use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClinical and clinician-directed home programs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegulatory status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOTC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrescription device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePelvic-floor electrical stimulation for female urinary incontinence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEMG assessment, biofeedback, ETS, NMES, and TENS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEMG measurement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVisual muscle-activity graph\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEMG-triggered stimulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePelvic-floor stimulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, with probe-compatible package\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTENS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMES\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProgram customization\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo; five presets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePreset and customizable programs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePatient-mode lock\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA key lock prevents accidental changes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClinician-programmed Patient Mode\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded probe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaginal probe with indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepends on package; vaginal and rectal probe package available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStraightforward home pelvic-floor EMS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProfessional pelvic-health assessment and advanced rehabilitation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V2 is simpler and more economical. The EMG Pro is more appropriate when the provider needs objective muscle-activity measurement, relaxation training, EMG-triggered stimulation, treatment records, or wider programming flexibility. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/blogs\/emg-electromyography\/emg-pro-portable-biofeedback-and-electrotherapy-for-womens-health\" title=\"Richmar EMG Pro: The All-in-One Muscle… | Balego\"\u003eBalego\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eiStim V2 vs. a General NMES Unit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eiStim V2\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGeneral surface-electrode NMES\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTreatment area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInternal pelvic floor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal skeletal muscles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrode interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaginal probe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdhesive skin electrodes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrograms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinence-specific presets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable or general muscle programs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntended use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFemale urinary incontinence\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface muscle activation and re-education\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProbe compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUsually not labeled for internal probes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurface-pad use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot the intended setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest application\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePelvic-floor stimulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuadriceps, gluteal, calf, shoulder, or other surface muscles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not connect the included V2 probe to an ordinary TENS or NMES unit merely because the plug appears to fit. The manual identifies the probe for use with the V2 control unit, and the device-probe combination is part of the cleared continence system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor external muscle stimulation, compare the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/nmes-muscle-stimulator\"\u003eBalego EMS Digital NMES Stimulator\u003c\/a\u003e or browse \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/collections\/neuromuscular-stimulation\"\u003eBalego’s neuromuscular stimulation collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Comes With the iStim V2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIncluded item\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth align=\"right\"\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eiStim V2 control unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReusable vaginal probe with indicator wand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProbe lead wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAA batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstruction manual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe device requires two batteries, with two extra batteries supplied in the current iStim package. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/aquagel-lubricating-gel\"\u003eWater-based lubricant\u003c\/a\u003e is required for insertion but is not listed as an included item. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBattery Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBattery feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRequired batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo AA, 1.5-volt batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBatteries included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRechargeable unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRechargeable AA batteries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe current V2 manual says not to use them\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-battery indicator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eListed average battery life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 24 operating hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtended storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove batteries when not in use for more than about one week\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V2 should not be placed in Balego’s rechargeable-device category or described as USB rechargeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Set Up the V2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the complete instruction manual supplied with the current unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Review the safety information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm that none of the listed contraindications apply. Seek professional evaluation when the type or cause of urinary leakage has not been established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Insert the batteries\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall two new 1.5-volt AA batteries, observing the marked polarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Clean the probe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore initial use and before every subsequent treatment, wash the probe with mild soapy water, rinse it thoroughly with potable water, and allow it to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Connect the lead wire\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnect the probe to the lead wire and connect the lead-wire plug to the V2 control unit while the device remains off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Attach the indicator wand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttach the indicator when voluntary Kegel movement feedback is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Apply compatible lubricant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply an appropriate sugar-free, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/aquagel-lubricating-gel\"\u003ewater-based lubricant\u003c\/a\u003e to the probe. Do not use petroleum-based lubricant or cover the probe with a condom or another material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7. Insert the probe before powering on\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vaginal probe must be correctly positioned before the control unit is switched on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8. Select the program\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the P+ and P− controls to select P1 through P5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e9. Increase intensity gradually\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin at zero and increase until a strong but tolerable pelvic-floor contraction is produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e10. Lock the controls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActivate the key lock to help prevent accidental changes during the program.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e11. Allow the program to finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach current V2 program runs for 30 minutes and stops automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e12. Turn the device off before removing the probe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNever remove or reposition the probe while stimulation remains active.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e13. Clean and dry the probe\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash the probe with mild soapy water, rinse thoroughly, dry completely, and return it to its storage bag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProbe Care and Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vaginal probe is reusable but intended for one person only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCare requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer guidance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSharing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNever share the probe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCleaning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild soapy water before and after use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinsing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRinse with potable water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrying\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllow to dry completely\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStore dry in a sealed bag\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImmersion of control unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNever immerse the control unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCondom or probe cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo not cover the probe with a condom or other material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLubricant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/aquagel-lubricating-gel\"\u003eUse compatible water-based lubricant\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAfter approximately 60 uses under the manual’s recommended schedule\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manual recommends replacing the probe after approximately 60 uses. Inspect it sooner for corrosion, cracking, rough surfaces, damaged wiring, discoloration, or unreliable stimulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho May Consider the iStim V2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe V2 may fit an adult woman who:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHas been evaluated for stress, urgency, or mixed urinary incontinence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHas weak pelvic-floor muscle activation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHas difficulty identifying or producing a voluntary pelvic-floor contraction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHas been advised to use internal electrical stimulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWants a simple home unit with fixed programs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan safely insert, clean, operate, and store the probe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes not have a contraindication listed in the manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfessional assessment is especially valuable when symptoms include pain, difficulty emptying the bladder, recurrent infections, blood in the urine, neurological symptoms, pelvic pressure, or prior pelvic surgery. NICE recommends assessment of pelvic-floor contraction and urine testing when women present with urinary incontinence. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nice.org.uk\/guidance\/ng123\/chapter\/Recommendations\" title=\"Recommendations | Urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse in women: management | Guidance | NICE\"\u003eNICE\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho Should Not Use the V2?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current manual says not to use the device in the presence of several conditions, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePregnancy or suspected pregnancy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCardiac pacemaker\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImplanted defibrillator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther implanted metallic or electronic devices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePelvic mesh or another supportive pelvic implant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpen vaginal wounds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwollen, red, infected, or inflamed vaginal tissue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNumbness or impaired sensation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCancerous lesions in or near the treatment area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUndiagnosed chronic pain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse by anyone under age 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnal application\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also advises consultation before use for suspected heart problems, epilepsy, or a tendency toward internal bleeding following injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use the device:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a bath, shower, pool, or spa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile driving or operating machinery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNear active shortwave or microwave therapy equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith electronic monitoring equipment that may be affected\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the unit, cable, or probe appears damaged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor longer than the programmed treatment time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the point of fatigue or discomfort\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the V2 Kegel Exerciser?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is an electrical pelvic-floor muscle stimulator with a reusable vaginal probe and five preset NMES programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a TENS unit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a continence-focused EMS\/NMES device designed to create pelvic-floor muscle contractions. It is not a general pain-management TENS unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the iStim V2 FDA-approved?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe accurate regulatory term is \u003cstrong\u003eFDA 510(k) cleared\u003c\/strong\u003e, not FDA approved. The Everyway Incontinence Stimulation System was cleared under K161349. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it over the counter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The FDA summary identifies the system as OTC.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this device intended for men?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The cleared intended use and V2 manual specify urinary incontinence in women, and the included treatment interface is a vaginal probe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many programs does it have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current V2 manual and current iStim retail listing describe five programs, P1–P5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long is each program?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach current V2 program runs for 30 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should it be used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the schedule in the current manual or the instructions provided by the treating professional. Do not exceed the program duration or use it to the point of fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the 0–99 scale mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the displayed intensity level. It is not a direct 0–99 mA measurement. The maximum technical output is listed as up to 80 mA into a 500-ohm load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould stimulation be painful?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It should produce a strong but tolerable contraction. Reduce the level or stop when stimulation feels sharp, burning, painful, or excessively fatiguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the indicator wand measure muscle strength?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It gives a visual indication of general probe movement during a voluntary contraction. It does not electronically measure strength or provide EMG biofeedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs lubricant included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current package contents do not list lubricant. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/aquagel-lubricating-gel\"\u003eAppropriate water-based lubricant can be found here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the probe reusable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, but only by one person. It must not be shared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should the probe be cleaned?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash it with mild soapy water before and after use, rinse it with potable water, and allow it to dry completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the probe be covered with a condom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The manual instructs users not to cover it with a condom or another material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should the probe be replaced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manual recommends replacement after approximately 60 uses, or sooner when damage or unreliable performance is observed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the device rechargeable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It uses two AA batteries. Four batteries are included in the current iStim kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan rechargeable AA batteries be used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe current V2 manual instructs users not to use rechargeable batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the V2 be used during pregnancy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The manual says not to use it during pregnancy or suspected pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be used with pelvic mesh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The manual says not to use it with pelvic surgical implants such as mesh or other supportive devices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the included probe be used rectally?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The current V2 instructions specify vaginal placement and prohibit anal stimulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it treat pelvic organ prolapse?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePelvic organ prolapse is not part of the product’s cleared intended use. The product page should not make a prolapse-treatment claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it replace pelvic-floor physical therapy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a home stimulation tool, not a substitute for diagnosis, supervised pelvic-floor muscle training, bladder training, or professional rehabilitation when those services are needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFinal Product Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eV2 Kegel Exerciser\u003c\/strong\u003e is best suited to adult women seeking a straightforward, continence-specific pelvic-floor NMES system with the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive fixed programs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjustable 0–99 intensity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reusable vaginal probe\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA visual indicator wand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutomatic 30-minute timing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey-lock protection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePortable AA battery power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFDA-cleared OTC labeling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the V2 when simple electrically assisted pelvic-floor contractions are the primary requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/richmar-emg-pro-the-all-in-one-muscle-rehabilitation-device\"\u003eRichmar EMG Pro\u003c\/a\u003e when a pelvic-health professional needs EMG measurement, electronic biofeedback, EMG-triggered stimulation, customizable programming, or clinician-to-patient program controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse additional \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/collections\/neuromuscular-stimulation\"\u003eNMES and EMS devices\u003c\/a\u003e or review Balego’s \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/blogs\/emg-electromyography\"\u003eEMG and pelvic-floor rehabilitation resources\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"iStim","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48841486237951,"sku":null,"price":125.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/0570\/5983\/files\/NMES_Kegel_Exerciser.webp?v=1784178827","url":"https:\/\/balego-stores.myshopify.com\/products\/nmes-kegel-exerciser","provider":"Balego","version":"1.0","type":"link"}