Revitive Circulation Booster Medic (1st Gen) Questions & Answers

Hello Rowland B, Revitive is indicated to assist with circulation to the lower legs and feet. Sciatica is generally caused by pressure on the nerves in the lower back. Revitive is not specifically indicated to address this issue.

That said, Revitive does come with TENS pads that can be used for temporary pain relief to areas such as the lower back.

If we can assist further, please feel free to call our Customer Service team for a chat - 07 5443 9767.

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Hi Bill, Revitive is shown to assist with symptoms associated with poor circulation using Electrical Muscle Stimulation. Revitive is not indicated to assist with Sciatica specifically. Revitive does have a TENS mode which may provide temporary pain relief for areas such as the lower back.

IF we can offer any more specific advice, please feel free to call our Customer Service team for a chat - 07 5443 9767 (mon-fri 8am-4pm)

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Hi Jo, As you've pointed out, we would not recommend using Revitive at the same time as the dialysis. In terms of its suitability, we suggest that anyone with an existing medical condition checks with their doctor to ensure that they are comfortable with the therapy.

It would be good to have a quick read through the contraindications to ensure none of them apply - external link 

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Hi Guy B. Revitive uses electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) to pump the muscles in the legs and feet which can help relieve symptoms associated with poorer circulation. Revitive is not indicated to assist with sciatica specifically.

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I am 63 and have sciatica really bad , the pain is unbearable . My father passed away a year ago . I got his belongings in my garage and shed . I came across his Revitive today because I remembered he had one , thinking what an another gimmick , but I can’t bare the pain so I am using now . What a great product it is . I am 100 percent genuine , it is relieving my pain so much . M west Brighton Sussex

Hi Mark W.

We are so glad to hear you are getting relief. Thank you for sharing your experience.

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Hi Marion H. Revitive uses electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) to pump the muscles in the legs and feet which can help relieve symptoms associated with poorer circulation. Revitive is not indicated to assist with sciatica specifically.

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Do you think it not wise to use for sciatica

Hi Marion H.

It is not a contraindication however since it is considered a pre-existing condition it may be wise to check with your doctor.

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Hello janb3715 Revitive may assist with pain, discomfort and swelling caused by knee osteoarthritis. We know that everyone is different and the range of concerns will vary so we offer a 60-day money back trial so you can try it for yourself to see if it provides relief from your symptoms. If it is not right for you, we will have the device returned to us and refund your purchase price (minus $29.95 for P&H to cover the return costs).

If we can offer any more specific advice, please feel free to call for a chat - 07 5443 9767

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Hi Christina, A stroke is not a specific contraindication however we would recommend he checks with his doctor before use to ensure it will not impact on his recovery. To review the contraindications, you can visit this link - external link 

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Hi Jane M. Revitive is indicated to assist with Neuropathy caused by diabetes however we do not have sufficient trials to validate its effectiveness for other forms of neuropathy. If you decided to give it a try, we do offer a 60-day money back trial so you could return the device to us if you did not experience any relief. More details can be found here: external link 

Our customer service team are also available for a chat if you have questions - 07 5443 9767

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Thanks for checking. We don't recommend that the body pads are placed over areas of broken skin or skin eruptions such as cellulitis. As for the using the foot pad, Cellulitis is not a contraindication for use however if there is doubt or concern, please check with the patients doctor to be sure. If any discomfort is noticed, cease use until the condition has been managed.

If we can offer any more advice, please feel free to contact our Customer Service team on 07 5443 9767.

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Hi Brian H. Revitive is not indicated to assist with Sciatic pain specifically. It is indicated to assist with conditions of the lower legs and feet. If your device has TENS mode this may offer some pain relief for other parts of the body such as the lower back. The user manual has some suggested placement for the body pads using TENS.

If you have misplaced the user manual, you can access them via our support page - external link 

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Hi Alan B. Are you new to using Revitive, or using it again after a break? Sometimes you can experience some muscle fatigue after the initial few sessions - similar to if you began a new exercise program. The muscles could be slightly overworked. If this sounds possible, our recommendation would be to take a few days to rest the muscles and start low and slow. Bring the intensity down to a lower level and shorten the sessions. Do this for a few days and very gradually increase.

If you have been using Revitive for some time and this muscle pain is new, it might be worth a quick chat to your doctor to ensure there is no underlying cause.

If we can offer any further advice, please feel free to contact our Customer Service team for a chat on 07 5443 9767.

Warm Regards, Actegy Health Australia

Hi Susie f. This is usually due to a small crack or abrasion in the skin. When this occurs the nerve endings are a little more exposed so the Electrical Muscle Stimulation can feel quite sharp. You can try applying a plaster / bandaid to the affected area and resume use - this generally overcomes the issue.

If the sharp sensation persists we'd recommend applying some moisturiser to the soles of the feet and waiting a few days for the skin to recover.

IF we can offer any more advice, please feel free to contact our customer service team on 07 5443 9767 (mon-fri 8.30-4.30pm AEST)

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Hi CAK, Knee replacement and metallic implants are not a contraindication for use. On rare occasions the electrical muscle stimulation can feel slightly more intense close to the site of a metallic implant - this is less common when the implant is as high as the knee.

In terms of timing, we do recommend that you check with your doctor before use if the surgery was recent. We also suggest that you use with caution in the 6 months post-surgery. This means that you should ensure that the intensity remains comfortable (especially for the affected side) and that you take breaks from the therapy as needed to ensure it does not impact your recovery.

If we can offer any more advice, please feel free to contact our Customer Service team on 07 5443 9767.

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Thank you that’s helpful

Hello Valerie B. I hope your recovery is going well. Because you have a pre-existing condition, we would recommend that you check with your doctor before use. Your doctor will have a full view of your current condition and any relevant history - they are in a better position to advise you.

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Thank you I've had gp confirmation. Why do I feel sensation greater in one leg than the other. My swollen leg gets no sensation unless I turn it up to 24 while my non affected leg feels it at 14. Is this normal

Hi Valerie B, Great that you've checked with your doctor. It is not uncommon for the sensation to be slightly different from one side to the other. This can be for a range of reasons - it might be a previous injury or a medical condition that impacts one side more than the other. If the difference is significant and you are concerned - please run it past your doctor on your next visit.

We recommend you maintain a comfortable intensity for the more sensitive side - the other side will still get the benefits of the EMS.

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Hi there Robert, Yes you can use Revitive with EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) therapy for up to six 30-minute sessions a day. Exceeding that may cause muscle fatigue. If you aren't used to EMS, we suggest starting with one 30-minute session a day.

If using the Body Pads with TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation), you can use it anytime you need for pain relief on targeted areas such as your lower back, shoulders and knees.

Feel free to contact us at info.au@actegy.com or 07-5443 9767 if you have any other questions.

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Hi babybelle5 Sciatica is not a contraindication, however we do suggest that anyone with a pre-existing condition check in with their doctor or health professional before use. This will ensure that the product is suitable for use with an understanding of your current condition and any specific treatment that you may be getting.

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Hi Beryl P. Warfarin is not a specific contraindication for use, however it will depend on why you need to take it. Firstly, if you have a pre-existing health condition, we recommend you check with your doctor before use to ensure that the product is suitable for you. Secondly, it is important to note that Revitive should NOT be used by people who have, or are recovering from Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) - warfarin can be used to treat this condition.

We recommend you check in with your doctor before use, Please also read through this page to see if any of these contraindications apply external link 

If we can offer any further advice, please feel free to call us for a chat - 07 5443 9767.

Warm Regards, Actegy Health Australia.

Hi Gary D, Revitive may help to improve circulation to the legs and feet using Electrical Muscle Stimulation however it is not indicated to assist with Sciatica pain. If we can offer any more specific information, please feel free to give our Customer Service team a call on 07 5443 9767.

Warm Regards, Actegy Health Australia

Hi Paula, Stroke itself is not a specific contraindication however we do recommend that if you have a pre-existing health condition that you do check in with your doctor before use. To read about our contraindications please visit - external link 

If we can offer more information, please feel free to have a chat with our Customer Service team on 07 5443 9767.

Warm Regards, Actegy Health Australia

Hello Micheline G. You should not experience any skin changes or discomfort from using Revitive. Can you please email us your contact details so we can be in touch to find out more details - info.au@actegy.com - if you prefer you can call directly on 07 5443 9767.

Warm Regards, Actegy Health Australia.