{"product_id":"x1-s1-wireless-tens-pads","title":"X1 \u0026 S1 Wireless TENS Gel Pads — 24 Replacement Pads","description":"\u003ch2\u003eX1 and S1 Wireless TENS Replacement Gel Pads — 24 Pads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese reusable replacement gel pads create the conductive and adhesive interface between a wireless TENS and heat device and the user’s skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike conventional TENS electrodes, these proprietary pads do not use lead wires, 2 mm pins, pigtail sockets, or snap connectors. One side attaches directly to the gray conductive surface beneath the wearable device, while the other side adheres to clean, dry, intact skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the model carefully:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eX1 Gel Pads\u003c\/strong\u003e for the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/wireless-heat-tens-unit\"\u003eiStim X1 Wireless Heat TENS Unit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eS1 Gel Pads\u003c\/strong\u003e for the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/wireless-tens-unit-menstrual-relief\"\u003eiStim S1 Wireless TENS Unit with Heat\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eX1 and S1 pads are different sizes and should not be represented as interchangeable.\u003c\/strong\u003e The X1 uses larger 89 × 61 mm pads, while the S1 uses smaller 50 × 56 mm pads designed to fit its flexible wings. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Confirm the model printed on the TENS device or original package before ordering. These pads fit only the specified iStim X1 or S1 wireless device and do not fit conventional wired TENS machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine replacement-pad format for iStim wireless TENS devices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose X1 or S1 compatibility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e24 individual gel pads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquivalent to 12 two-pad replacement sets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSix resealable packages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh-grade SEKISUI Japanese hydrogel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDual-sided adhesive and conductive design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDevice side attaches directly to the wearable unit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe skin side creates the conductive skin interface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo separate lead wires\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo 2 mm pin connector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo snap or pigtail connection\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo additional electrode gel required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer-listed reuse of up to 30 applications with proper handling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtective films on both sides\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eManufacturer states latex-free\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Taiwan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntended for single-user reuse\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pads use SEKISUI Japanese gel, have two protective films, should not be used with additional electrode gel, and may be reused up to 30 times under favorable conditions. Actual pad life depends on skin preparation, handling, perspiration, storage, and gel condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eChoose the correct replacement pad\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eX1 replacement pads\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eS1 replacement pads\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/wireless-heat-tens-unit\"\u003eiStim X1 Wireless Heat TENS Unit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/wireless-tens-unit-menstrual-relief\"\u003eiStim S1 Wireless TENS Unit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePad dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5\" × 2.4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.97\" × 2.2\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetric dimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e89 × 61 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 × 56 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative surface area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmaller\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDevice design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroad wireless TENS-and-heat unit with remote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlim flexible-wing TENS-and-heat unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypical device positioning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBack and other permitted body regions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLower abdomen, back and other permitted regions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePads used on the device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 at a time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 at a time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePads in replacement package\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-pad sets represented\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResealable packages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtra electrode gel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo not use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDo not use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard wired TENS pads compatible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterchangeable with the other model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe X1 device has a broader treatment surface, a wireless remote, 15 TENS intensity levels, and two heat settings. The S1 uses flexible wings, 15 stimulation levels, a fixed 100 Hz program, and optional heat. Their different physical designs account for the varying dimensions of the replacement pads. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat comes in each package?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePackage component\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\u003eIndividual replacement gel pads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e24\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-pad replacement sets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResealable packages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless TENS device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemote control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharging cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eNot included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeparate electrode gel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eNot required or included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConventional TENS lead wires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd align=\"right\"\u003eNot compatible or included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 24-pad package represents 12 complete pad changes when both gel pads are replaced together, as each of the X1 and S1 devices uses two gel pads at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow the dual-sided gel pads work\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach pad has two adhesive conductive surfaces protected by separate films.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSurface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttaches to\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePurpose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDevice side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGray conductive area beneath the X1 or S1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransfers stimulation from the wearable device into the gel interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin side\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean, dry, intact skin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProvides adhesion and conductive contact during treatment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtective films\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBoth gel surfaces during packaging and setup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtect the pad from dirt, drying and unintended adhesion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eParking board or storage surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin-facing side between uses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHelps keep the reusable gel clean and protected\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the film labeled \u003cstrong\u003e“Device Side,”\u003c\/strong\u003e position that side evenly over the gray conductive area, and avoid bubbles, wrinkles, or folds. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy complete contact matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pad that is folded, contaminated, or partly lifted may:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReduce the usable conductive surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCause inconsistent stimulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeel sharper in one area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the wearable device to shift\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduce intermittent output\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShorten pad life\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncrease the likelihood of skin irritation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not compensate for poor contact by simply raising the stimulation intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to install new X1 or S1 gel pads\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e1. Verify the device model\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify the model name printed on the device, packaging, or manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder X1 pads only for an X1 device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrder S1 pads only for an S1 device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not choose based solely on appearance because both products are wireless TENS-and-heat systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2. Turn the device off\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TENS and heat functions should be off before attaching, repositioning, or replacing a pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e3. Remove the old pads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeel each used pad slowly from the device’s conductive area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use sharp objects or scrape the gray conductive surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e4. Inspect the device\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake sure the conductive underside is clean, dry, and undamaged. Follow the device manual when cleaning it; do not immerse the unit in water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e5. Identify the device side\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach new gel pad has protective film on both sides. Locate the film marked \u003cstrong\u003eDevice Side\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e6. Attach the pad to the unit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the device-side film and align the gel pad squarely over the corresponding gray conductive area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmooth the pad into place without\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBubbles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFolds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWrinkles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverlapping edges\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUncovered conductive areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGel extending beyond the intended pad location\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e7. Prepare the skin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply the device only to clean, dry, intact skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLotion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerspiration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMakeup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTopical pain creams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLoose debris\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow the skin to dry before treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e8. Remove the skin-side film\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeel off the remaining protective film and apply the complete wearable device according to its instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e9. Begin at a low setting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart at the lowest stimulation intensity and increase gradually to a strong but comfortable sensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e10. Inspect after treatment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn the device off before removing it. Check the skin and both pads for redness, contamination, dryness, edge damage, or loss of adhesion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChecking the pads for damage and proper adhesion before every session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePad care and storage\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper handling can help preserve adhesion and conductivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn off the device.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove it slowly from the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid touching the gel surfaces unnecessarily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the pads on the supplied parking board or protective storage surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep unused pads inside their resealable package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore them in a cool, dry location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep them away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep each pad set assigned to one person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace pads that are dirty, damaged, or no longer adhesive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecommend returning the pads to their parking boards after use, storing them in a cool, dry place and replacing them when they lose adhesion or become dirty. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDo not:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd SignaGel, Spectra 360, or another electrode gel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd water, lotion or adhesive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWash or soak the pads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean the gel with alcohol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScrape the hydrogel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the pads to fit another device\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFold the gel surfaces together\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave the pads exposed between treatments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShare used pads between people\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse an X1 pad on an S1 or an S1 pad on an X1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow many times can the pads be reused?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SEKISUI gel pads may be reused \u003cstrong\u003eup to 30 times when properly handled\u003c\/strong\u003e. That number should be presented as a manufacturer-listed maximum, not a guaranteed lifespan. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual life varies with the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerspiration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBody hair\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLotion or topical products\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrequency of treatment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreatment duration\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandling of the gel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDust and lint\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStorage conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat and humidity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepeated edge lifting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether the parking board and resealable package are used\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace a pad before 30 uses when its condition declines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhen should the pads be replaced?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReplacement sign\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy replacement is appropriate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePad no longer sticks securely to the device\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical contact may become inconsistent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe skin side repeatedly lifts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEffective treatment contact is reduced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGel is dry or hardened\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConductivity and adhesion may decline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe pad is dirty or covered with lint\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin contact becomes uneven\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe pad has folds or permanent wrinkles\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull contact may not be possible\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe gel is torn or missing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe current may not distribute correctly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStimulation feels unexpectedly sharp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact may be incomplete\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDevice output cuts in and out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGel-to-device contact may be unreliable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin irritation occurs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscontinue use and inspect the pad and skin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe pad was used by another person\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReusable pads should remain single-user\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe pad no longer aligns with the conductive area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrect physical fit is required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eX1 versus S1: which device do you own?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIdentification point\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/wireless-heat-tens-unit\"\u003eiStim X1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/wireless-tens-unit-menstrual-relief\"\u003eiStim S1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain shape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBroad rectangular wearable unit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlim curved unit with flexible wings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeparate remote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo separate remote listed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary Balego positioning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless TENS and heat for back and body use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless TENS and heat for menstrual and back discomfort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTENS intensity levels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat settings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow and high\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptional heat function\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplacement-pad size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e89 × 61 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 × 56 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCorrect replacement variant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eX1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eS1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAre X1 and S1 gel pads the same?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. X1 pads measure approximately 89 × 61 mm, while S1 pads measure approximately 50 × 56 mm. The manufacturer sells them as separate products and states that each is compatible only with its corresponding device. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow many pads are included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach replacement package contains 24 individual pads in six resealable packages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoes 24 pads mean 24 pairs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Twenty-four individual pads equal 12 two-pad sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow many pads does the device use at once?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the X1 and S1 use two gel pads simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAre these complete electrodes?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are proprietary dual-sided conductive gel interfaces that attach directly to the conductive underside of the compatible wireless unit. They do not contain a conventional lead-wire connector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWill they fit a standard TENS unit?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. They do not use standard 2 mm pins, pigtails, snaps, or tab connectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan standard Balego TENS pads fit the X1 or S1?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/products\/tens-electrodes\"\u003eBalego TENS electrodes\u003c\/a\u003e are intended for conventional lead-wire systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan X1 pads be used on the S1?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The dimensions and device surfaces differ.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan S1 pads be used on the X1?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Smaller S1 pads would not properly cover the X1 conductive areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich side attaches to the device?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the protective film labeled \u003cstrong\u003eDevice Side\u003c\/strong\u003e and attach that gel surface to the gray conductive area beneath the device. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAre both sides sticky?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. One side adheres to the device and the other adheres to the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShould additional electrode gel be applied?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The manufacturer specifically says not to add extra electrode gel. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan the pads be washed?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey should not be washed or soaked unless future manufacturer instructions expressly say otherwise. Use the protective films, parking board, and resealable storage package to keep them clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow long do the pads last?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer states up to 30 uses when properly handled, but actual life varies. Replace them when adhesion, cleanliness, comfort, or conductive performance declines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAre the pads reusable?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the pads can be reused by one person as long as the gel remains clean, intact, and adequately adhesive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan the pads be shared?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Reusable electrotherapy pads should remain assigned to one user.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan the pads be cut?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Cutting them may prevent full contact with the device’s conductive areas and alter current distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAre the pads latex-free?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey have passed latex-free testing. Customers with known adhesive sensitivities should still inspect the skin and discontinue use if irritation develops. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAre they suitable for sensitive skin?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SEKISUI gel is biocompatible, but no adhesive product can be guaranteed free of irritation for every user. Stop treatment if significant redness, itching, blistering, or burning develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoes this listing include the wireless TENS device?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It contains replacement gel pads only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eAdditional Recommended Resources\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/blogs\/tens-guides\"\u003eTENS Guides, Modes and Electrode Education\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/blogs\/tens-guides\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.balego.com\/contact\"\u003eContact Balego\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"iStim","offers":[{"title":"X1 Wireless Heat TENS Unit","offer_id":48888048025855,"sku":"X1-WIRELESS-TENS-PADS","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"S1 Wireless TENS Unit with Heat","offer_id":48888048058623,"sku":"S1-WIRELESS-TENS-PADS","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0752\/0570\/5983\/files\/X1-S1-Gel-Pads.webp?v=1784906992","url":"https:\/\/balego-stores.myshopify.com\/products\/x1-s1-wireless-tens-pads","provider":"Balego","version":"1.0","type":"link"}