When should I not use Philips InfraCare?

Never use Philips InfraCare:

• without consulting your doctor first if you suffer from severe diseases such as heart disease, acute inflammatory diseases, thrombosis, blood coagulation disorders, adrenal suppression, systemic lupus erythematous or malignant diseases;
• if you are oversensitive to infrared light or - if you have oedema;
• if you are insensitive to infrared radiation and heat due to a disease (e.g. advanced diabetes) or the use of painkillers;
• if you suffer from conditions associated with nerve demyelinisation such as carpal tunnel syndrome, multiple sclerosis and ulnar neuropathy;
• if you have an implanted device, particularly not if it is located in the vicinity of the treatment area;
• if you are pregnant, do not use the device to treat areas close to your abdomen, to avoid overheating of this area;
• if you have a swelling or an inflammation, as heat could aggravate the complaints;
  on damaged or irritated skin or on wounds;
  to treat areas on which you have recently applied topical counterirritants (creams or ointments containing e.g. menthol), as this can cause a mild inflammatory reaction;
• if you suffer from poor thermal regulation or impaired circulation

The list of contraindications is not exhaustive. In case of doubt, always consult your doctor.