K202893 · Wuxi Jiajian Medical Instrument Co., Ltd. · GZJ · Jun 18, 2021 · Neurology
Device Facts
Record ID
K202893
Device Name
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator
Applicant
Wuxi Jiajian Medical Instrument Co., Ltd.
Product Code
GZJ · Neurology
Decision Date
Jun 18, 2021
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Special
Regulation
21 CFR 882.5890
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator is an electrical nerve stimulator indicated for use for pain relief by applying an electrical current to electrodes on a patient's skin to treat pain. In particular, this device is indicated for use for symptomatic relief of chronic intractable pain and adjunctive treatment in the management of post surgical and post traumatic pain.
Device Story
Battery-powered portable TENS device; delivers gentle electrical current to nerves and muscle groups via skin-applied electrodes. Device features electronic stimulatory module, lead wires, and electrodes. User interface includes two output sockets, adjustable treatment programs, and timer. Operated by patient or clinician to manage pain; output intensity and duration are user-adjustable. Device provides symptomatic relief for chronic intractable, post-surgical, and post-traumatic pain. Safety features include automatic overload trip and user override control.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data included. Substantial equivalence supported by bench testing, including electrical safety (ANSI AAMI ES60601-1), performance requirements for nerve/muscle stimulators (IEC 60601-2-10), and electromagnetic compatibility (IEC 60601-1-2).
Technological Characteristics
Battery-powered (4x AAA alkaline) TENS device; ABS housing; 2 output channels; monophasic rectangular pulse waveform. Frequency 1-120Hz; pulse width 75-300μs. Connectivity via lead wires to 50x50mm electrodes. Complies with IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, and IEC 60601-2-10.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring pain relief, specifically for symptomatic relief of chronic intractable pain and adjunctive treatment of post-surgical and post-traumatic pain.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for pain relief is a device used to apply an electrical current to electrodes on a patient's skin to treat pain.
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June 18, 2021
Wuxi Jiajian Medical Instrument Co., Ltd Caihong Sun Regulatory Assurance No. 35 Baiqiao Rd., Ehu Town, Xishan District, Wuxi, Jiangsu 214116 China
Re: K202893
Trade/Device Name: Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.5890 Regulation Name: Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator For Pain Relief Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: GZJ Dated: April 25, 2021 Received: May 17, 2021
Dear Caihong Sun:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) premarket notification of intent to market the device referenced above and have determined the device is substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to legally marketed predicate devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act) that do not require approval of a premarket approval application (PMA). You may, therefore, market the device, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. Although this letter refers to your product as a device, please be aware that some cleared products may instead be combination products. The 510(k) Premarket Notification Database located at https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/cdrh/cfdocs/cfpmn/pmn.cfm identifies combination product submissions. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration. Please note: CDRH does not evaluate information related to contract liability warranties. We remind you, however, that device labeling must be truthful and not misleading.
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Sincerely,
For
Pamela Scott Assistant Director DHT5B: Division of Neuromodulation and Physical Medicine Devices OHT5: Office of Neurological and Physical Medicine Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K202893
Device Name
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator is an electrical nerve stimulator indicated for use for pain relief by applying an electrical current to electrodes on a patient's skin to treat pain. In particular, this device is indicated for use for symptomatic relief of chronic intractable pain and adjunctive treatment of post surgical and post traumatic pain.
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
| <div> <span></span>Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) </div> |
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| <div> <span></span>Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C) </div> |
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# 510(k) Summary [As required by 21 CFR 807.92]
# 1. Submission Information:
| 510(k) Number: | K202893 |
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| Date: | April 15, 2021 |
| Type of 510(k) Submission: | Special |
| Submitter/Manufacturer: | Wuxi Jiajian Medical Instrument Co., Ltd |
| | No.35 Baiqiao Rd., Ehu Town, Xishan District, |
| | Wuxi, Jiangsu, China 214116 |
| | E-mail: sch@jjmed.com.cn |
| | Tel: 86 510-88745788 |
| Contactor: | Doris Dong |
| | [Consultant, from Shanghai CV Technology Co., Ltd.] |
| | Add: Room 903, No. 19 Dongbao Road, Songjiang Area, Shanghai, 201613 China |
| | E-mail: doris.d@ceve.org.cn |
| | Tel: 86 21-31261348 / Fax: 86 21-57712250 |
# 2. Device Description:
| Proprietary Name: | Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator |
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| Common Name: | TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator) |
| Classification Name: | Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for pain relief |
| Product Code: | GZJ |
| Device Class: | II |
| Regulation Number: | 21 CFR 882.5890 |
| Review Panel: | Neurology |
| Indications for use: | Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator is an electrical nerve<br>stimulator indicated for use for pain relief by applying an electrical current<br>to electrodes on a patient's skin to treat pain. In particular, this device is<br>indicated for use for symptomatic relief of chronic intractable pain and<br>adjunctive treatment in the management of post surgical and post traumatic<br>pain. |
| Device Description: | Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator is Transcutaneous Electrical<br>Nerve Stimulator for pain relief. The stimulator sends gentle electrical<br>current to underlying nerves and muscle group via electrodes applied on<br>the skin.<br>The device has standard programs and edit programs. It is a<br>battery-powered portable device, comprising electronic stimulatory<br>module and accessories of lead wires, electrodes and battery.<br>Two outlet sockets are used to connect skin electrodes by lead wires. The<br>accessories of electrodes is 510(k) cleared device (K192568), Size:<br>50*50mm. |
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### 3. Substantially Equivalent Comparison Conclusion
| Parameters | Modified Device | Predicate Device | Remark | |
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| 510(k) Number | K202893 | K112288 | -- | |
| Device Name | Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve<br>Stimulator | Jiajian® TENS | -- | |
| Model | TENStem eco basic | / | -- | |
| Manufacturer | Wuxi Jiajian Medical Instrument<br>Co., Ltd | Wuxi Jiajian Medical<br>Instrument Co., Ltd | Same | |
| Intended use | Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve<br>Stimulator is an electrical nerve<br>stimulator indicated for use for pain<br>relief by applying an electrical<br>current to electrodes on a patient's<br>skin to treat pain. In particular, this<br>device is indicated for use for<br>symptomatic relief of chronic<br>intractable pain and adjunctive<br>treatment in the management of<br>post surgical and post traumatic<br>pain. | Jiajian® TENS is an electrical<br>nerve stimulator indicated for<br>use for pain relief by applying<br>an electrical current to<br>electrodes on a patient's skin to<br>treat pain. In particular, this<br>device is indicated for use for<br>symptomatic relief of chronic<br>intractable pain and adjunctive<br>treatment in the management of<br>post surgical and post traumatic<br>pain. | Same | |
| Type of use | Prescription use | Prescription use | Same | |
| Power Source(s) | 1.5Vx4 AAA alkaline battery | 9V Battery type 6F22 | Similar<br>Note 1 | |
| - Method of Line<br>Current Isolation | N/A | NA | Same | |
| - Patient Leakage<br>Current | -- | -- | | |
| - Normal<br>Condition (μΑ) | 2μΑ | 2μΑ | Same | |
| - Single Fault<br>Condition (μΑ) | NA | NA | | |
| Average DC current<br>through electrodes<br>when device is on but<br>no pulses are being<br>applied (μΑ) | <0.01μΑ | <0.01μΑ | Same | |
| Number of program | 16 | 12 | Similar<br>Note 1 | |
| Number of Output<br>channels: | 2 | 2 | Same | |
| - Synchronous or<br>Alternating? | Synchronous | Synchronous | Same | |
| | Method of Channel Isolation | | | |
| | Regulated Current or Regulated Voltage? | By Transformer | By Transformer | Same |
| | Software/Firmware/Microprocessor Control? | Current control | Voltage control | Similar Note 2 |
| | Automatic Overload Trip? | Yes | Yes | Same |
| | Automatic No-Load Trip? | No | No | Same |
| | Automatic Shut Off? | No | No | Same |
| | User Override Control? | Yes | Yes | Same |
| | | Yes | Yes | Same |
| Indicat or Display | On/Off Status? | Yes | Yes | Same |
| | Low Battery? | Yes | Yes | Same |
| | Voltage/Current Level? | Yes | Yes | Same |
| | Timer Range (minutes) | 10~90 min | 1~99 min | Similar Note 2 |
| | Compliance with Voluntary Standards? | ANSI AAMI ES60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-10 | IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-10 | Same |
| | Compliance with 21 CFR 898? | Yes | Yes | Same |
| | Weight (grams) | Approx.96g without battery | 170g without battery | Similar Note 1 |
| | Dimensions (mm) [W x H x D] | 140*64*28 mm | 114 x 59 x 27 mm | Similar Note 1 |
| | Housing Materials & Construction | ABS | ABS | Same |
| | Waveform | Monophasic | Monophasic | Same |
| | Shape | Rectangular pulse | Rectangular | Same |
| | Maximum Output Voltage (volts) | $30V±20% @500Ω$ | $35V @500Ω$ | |
| | Maximum Output Current (specify units) | $60mA±20% @500Ω$ | $70mA @500Ω$ | Similar |
| | Pulse width (usec) | $75-300μs±20%$ | $60-300μs±20%$ | Note 3 |
| | Pulse Period (msec) | 8.33-1000ms | 8.33-2000ms | |
| | Max. pulse frequency (Hz) [or Rate (pps)] | 1-120Hz±20% | 0.5-120Hz±20% | |
| | Net Charge (µC per pulse) | $0.65μC @500Ω$ | $0.83μC @500Ω$ | Similar Note 4 |
| Maximum<br>Charge, (µC) | Phase | 18µC @500Ω | 23.04µC @500Ω | |
| Maximum Average<br>Current, (mA) | | 2.16mA @500Ω | 2.76mA @500Ω | |
| Maximum Current<br>Density, (mA/cm²,<br>r.m.s.) | | 0.09mA/cm² @500Ω | 0.35mA/cm² @500Ω | |
| Maximum Average<br>Power Density,<br>(mW/cm²) | | 2.59mW/cm² @500Ω | 13.27mW/cm² @500Ω | |
| Accessories | | Electrodes, cables, battery | Electrodes, cables, battery | Same |
# Table 1 - TENStem eco basic Parameters
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Comparison in details:
# Note 1:
The proposed device has more treatment programs than the predicate device K112288, but all of the treatment programs have passed the IEC 60601-2-10 and IEC 60601-1 test codes. So, this difference will not raise any safety or effectiveness issue.
The weight, dimensions of the proposed device are a little different from the predicate device K112288, but these differences are insignificant in the terms of safety or effectiveness. Besides, the battery used is different from the predicate device, but the battery used by the proposed device is commonly used in the market. Therefore, this difference will not raise any safety or effectiveness issue.
# Note 2:
The "Regulated Current or Regulated Voltage" between the proposed device and the predicate device has slight difference. But both of them have passed IEC 60601-1 test code, so this difference won't raise any new safety and effectiveness issues.
There is a little difference on treatment time range between proposed device and predicate device. But the treatment time can be adjusted by user as they want. So, the difference of treatment time range will not raise any safety or effectiveness issue.
### Note 3:
There are some differences on the maximum output voltage and maximum output current between the proposed device and predicate device. Based on the calculation of maximum current density, maximum average power density, these parameters don't exceed the safety limit. All deviation and the worst case have been considered in risk analysis report, and these parameters have passed IEC 60601-2-10 test codes. So these differences will not raise any new safety and effectiveness issues. Although the "Frequency range" and "Pulse width range" of the proposed device are a little different from the predicate device, but they are all compliance with IEC 60601-2-10 requirements. So, the minor differences of function will not raise any safety or effectiveness issue.
### Note 4:
The "Net Charge" and "Maximum Phase Charge" of the proposed device are very similar to the predicate device, and both of them comply with IEC 60601-2-10 requirements. So, the differences will not raise any safety or effectiveness issue.
The maximum average current of the proposed device is smaller than that of the predicate device which means the better safety. The maximum current density, maximum average power density have some differences between proposed device and predicate device due to they are calculated by different electrode area. However, the Maximum current density complies with IEC 60601-2-10 requirements and the
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Maximum average power density is within 0.25W/cm2 limit.Therefore, these differences will not raise any new safety and effectiveness issues.
#### Final conclusion:
The proposed device TENStem eco basic is substantial Equivalent to the predicate device K112288.
#### 4. Non-Clinical Test Conclusion
Bench tests were conducted on Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator to verify that the proposed device met all design specifications as was Substantially Equivalent (SE) to the predicate device. The following tests were performed on the proposed device:
• ANSI AAMI ES60601-1: 2005/(R) 2012 And A1: 2012, C1: 2009/(R) 2012 And A2: 2010/(R) 2012 (Consolidated Text) Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 1: General Requirements For Basic Safety And Essential Performance (IEC 60601-1: 2005, MOD);
· IEC 60601-2-10 Edition 2.1 2016-04, Medical Electrical Equipment - Part 2-10: Particular Requirements For The Basic Safety And Essential Performance Of Nerve And Muscle Stimulators;
· IEC 60601-1-2 Edition 4.0 2014-02 Medical electrical equipment - Part 1-2: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Collateral Standard: Electromagnetic disturbances - Requirements and tests:
### 5. Clinical Test
Clinical data was not including in this submission.
#### 6. Conclusions
The conclusions drawn from the non-clinical tests demonstrate that the subject device is substantially equivalent to the predicate device.
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