K112415 · Everyway Medical Instruments Co.,Ltd · NUH · Oct 21, 2011 · Neurology
Device Facts
Record ID
K112415
Device Name
LIFECARE ARM & LEG PAIN RELIEF SYSTEM
Applicant
Everyway Medical Instruments Co.,Ltd
Product Code
NUH · Neurology
Decision Date
Oct 21, 2011
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 882.5890
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System, model EV-820 is intended for temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the upper and lower extremities (arm and/or leg) due to strain from exercise or normal household and work activities
Device Story
LIFECARE EV-820 is a dual-channel, 9V battery-operated Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulator (TENS) for OTC pain relief. Device delivers electrical stimulation to muscles in arms and legs via conductive garment electrodes or self-adhesive pads. User selects from 8 pre-programmed waveforms (P1-P8) and adjusts output intensity (0-80 mA) with a 60-minute timer. LCD displays operation mode, program, intensity, time, and battery status. Device is worn by the patient; stimulation pads are placed on the treatment site. Output characteristics are compared against predicate devices to ensure safety. Benefits include temporary relief of muscle pain without prescription.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical testing was conducted. Safety and effectiveness were established through bench testing, including performance compliance (ANSI/AAMI NS4), usability (IEC 60601-1-6), electrical safety (IEC 60601-1), EMC (IEC 60601-1-2), and biocompatibility (ISO 10993-5 & 10).
Technological Characteristics
Dual-channel TENS; 9V battery powered. Output: 0-80 mA, 8 pre-programmed waveforms. Electrodes: HC-88 Series conductive garments and TKF4080 self-adhesive pads. Standards: ANSI/AAMI NS4, IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, ISO 10993-5/10. LCD interface for status monitoring.
Indications for Use
Indicated for temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in upper and lower extremities (arm/leg) due to strain from exercise or normal household/work activities. For over-the-counter use.
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.
Well-Life OTC TENS for Arm & Leg Pain Relief, model WL-2407 (K091757)
Submission Summary (Full Text)
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## EVERYWAY MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS CO.,LTD.
3F1., No. 5, Lane 155, Sec. 3,Peishen Rd, Shen Keng Hsiang, Taipei Hsien, Taiwan,
# 510(K) SUMMARY
This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being prepared in accordance with the requirements of SMDA 1990 and 21 CFR 807.92 on August 03, 2011.
The assigned 510(k) number is: K J ] 24 / 5
- 1. Submitter's Identifications:
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Establishment:EVERYWAY MEDICAL INSTRUMENT CO., LTD. Address: 3Fl., No. 5, Lane 155, Sec. 3, Peishen Rd., Shenkeng Hsiang, Taipei Hsien 222, Taiwan Registration Number: 9616877 Contact Person: Robert Tu Phone : 886-2-2662-0038 Fax No: 886-2-2664-5566 e-mail : tu922@ms35.hinet.net
- 2. Name of the Device: LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System, model EV-820.
- 3. Information of the 510(k) Cleared Device (Predicate Device):
- The Prizm 5000-Z System (K033122) l
- । Well-Life OTC TENS for Arm & Leg Pain Relief, model WL-2407(K091757)
- 4. Classification Information: Trade/Device Name: LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System, model EV-820. Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.5890 Regulation Name: Transcutaneous Nerve Stimulator Regulatory Class: II Product Code: NUH
- 5. Device Description:
The LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System, model EV-820 is the model of OTC TENS intended for temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the upper and lower extremities (arm and/or leg) due to strain from exercise or normal household and work activities. Basically the stimulation model EV-820 is completely identical to that of model as mentioned in our previous submission of Everyway Low Back Pain Relief System, model EV-820(K110716). To change the indication for use for the treatment location as the chosen predicate devices, Everyway changed the design of electrode.
For the device included in this submission, we use the following of our 510(K) legally marketed predicate garment electrodes and self adhesive electrode :
<1>K103716, "Lifecare HC-88 Series Conductive Garments" together with our Lifecare TKF4080( 4x8 CM )/K083302 self adhesive electrode.
EV-820 is a selectable dual channel, 9V battery operated TENS device with the following features:
- <1> The operation function is dual channels completely identical to the model being modified, EV-820 for low back pain relief(K110716).
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## EVERYWAY MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS CO.,LTD.
3F1., No. 5, Lane 155, Sec. 3,Peishen Rd, Shen Keng Hsiang, Taipei Hsien, Taiwan,
- <2> For the stimulation electrode, LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System, model EV-820 uses our K103716 " Lifecare HC-88 Series Conductive Garment Electrodes" together with our Lifecare TKF4080( 4x8 CM )/K083302 self adhesive electrode as standard accessories.
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- <3> The output waveform is selectable pre-programming change among P1~P8.
- <4> The output strength is adjustable at 0~80 mA, with maximum setting time 60 minutes counting from switching ON.
- <5> The LCD display is provided for the indication of operation status including operation mode, output program mode, output intensity, time to cut-off, and battery low warning.
With the combination of the main device parts, the device can be worn on the Arm & Leg part of user so as to place the stimulation pads on the treatment location of Arm & Leg for over the counter use without prescription in temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the Arm & Leg.
#### 6. Intended Use:
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The LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System, model EV-820 is intended for temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the upper and lower extremities (arm and/or leg) due to strain from exercise or normal household and work activities
#### 7. Comparison to the 510(k) Cleared Device (Predicate Device):
For the substantial equivalent comparison, the power level testing comparison with the chosen 510(K) cleared device, Prizm 5000-Z system and Well Life WL-2407, was conducted via using 1K ohm loading resistance for the garment electrodes. The comparison result is as the following table:
| Electrode Type | Glove | Sleeve& Knee | Sock |
|-------------------|---------|--------------|---------|
| Everyway EV-820 | 0.00337 | 0.00386 | 0.00271 |
| Well-life WL-2407 | 0.00337 | 0.00386 | 0.00271 |
| Prizm 5000-Z | 0.00340 | 0.00385 | 0.00274 |
Current Density comparison: (Unit : mA/cm2 )
Power Density Comparison : (Unit : W/cm2 )
| Electrode Type | Glove | Sleeve & Knee | Sock |
|-------------------|---------|---------------|---------|
| Everyway EV-820 | 0.00032 | 0.00036 | 0.00025 |
| Well-life WL-2407 | 0.00032 | 0.00036 | 0.00025 |
| Prizm 5000-Z | 0.00064 | 0.00072 | 0.00051 |
Based on this comparison result, we made a acknowledge that our EV-820 model has the same output level as that of WL-2407, but has a lower current and power density than that of Prizm 5000-Z system while using the same electrode. This result is completely similar to the comparison of WL-2407 and Prizm 5000-Z system. Therefore; we concluded that the Everyway Arm & Leg Pain Relief system is substantially equivalent to Well-Life WL-2407(K091757) and the Prizm 5000-Z system (K033122) in the feature of stimulation output characteristics.
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EVERYWAY MEDICAL INSTRUMENTS CO.,LTD.
3F1., No. 5, Lane 155, Sec. 3,Peishen Rd, Shen Keng Hsiang, Taipei Hsien, Taiwan,
- 8. Discussion of Non-Clinical Tests Verification Activities Performed to Determine the Safety and Performance of EV-820 are as the followings:
- 1> Performance Compliance Test according to ANSI/AAMI NS4 conducted by manufacturer
- 2> Usability Study Report according to IEC 60601-1-6 conducted by manufacturer.
- 3> Electrical Compliance Test according to IEC 60601-1 by accredited laboratory.
- 4> EMC Compliance Test according to IEC 60601-1-2 by accredited laboratory.
- 5> Biocompatibility Test for the support belt and stimulation electrode according to ISO 10993-5 & ISO 10993-10 by accredited laboratory.
- 9. Discussion of Clinical Test Validation Activities Performed to Determine the Effectiveness of Device are as the followings:
No particular Clinical Test was conducted for LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System, model EV-820.
## 10. Conclusions
The LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System, model EV-820, has the same intended use and technological characteristics as the cleared device of The Prizm 5000-Z System (K033122) and Well-Life OTC TENS for Arm & Leg Pain Relief, model WL-2407(K091757). Moreover, verification and validation tests contained in this submission demonstrate that the difference in the submitted model could maintain the same safety and effectiveness as that of cleared device.
In the other words, LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System, model EV-820 is substantial equivalent with The Prizm 5000-Z System (K033122) and Well-Life OTC TENS for Arm & Leg Pain Relief, model WL-2407(K091757).
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Room -WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
OCT 2 1 2011
Everyway Medical Instruments Co., LTD. c/o Mr. Robert Tu 3Fl. No.5 Lane 155, SEC 3 Peishen Rd. Shenkeng Hsiang Taipei Hsien 222 Taiwan
· Re: K112415
. Trade/Device Name: LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System model EV-820 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 882.5890 Regulation Name: Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulator for pain relief Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: NUH Dated: August 19, 2011 Received: August 22, 2011
Dear Mr. Tu:
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. 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.
If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.
Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21
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CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); medical device reporting (reporting of medical device-related adverse events) (21 CFR 803); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.
If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801), please go to http://www.fda.gov/AboutFDA/CentersOffices/CDRH/CDRHOffices/ucm115809.htm for the Center for Devices and Radiological Health's (CDRH's) Office of Compliance. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). For questions regarding the reporting of adverse events under the MDR regulation (21 CFR Part 803), please go to
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Safety/ReportalProblem/default.htm for the CDRH's Office of Surveillance and Biometrics/Division of Postmarket Surveillance.
You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 796-7100 or at its Internet address
http://www.fda.gov/MedicalDevices/Resourcesfor You/Industry/default.htm.
Sincerely yours,
Sincerely yours,
Kesia Alexander
for
Malvina B. Eydelman, M.D. Director Division of Ophthalmic, Neurological, and Ear, Nose and Throat Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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# Indications For Use
K112415 510(k) Number (if known):
Device Name: LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System, model EV-820.
Indications For Use:
The LIFECARE Arm & Leg Pain Relief System, model EV-820 is intended for temporary relief of pain associated with sore and aching muscles in the upper and lower extremities (arm and/or leg) due to strain from exercise or normal household and work activities
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) OR
Over-The-Counter Use ブ (21 CFR 807 Subpart C)
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)
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