Are there any contraindications for using the geko®device?

There are no contraindications. There are warnings and precautions. Please refer to the Instructions for Use leaflet inside your geko® device foil pouch or available to download here.

Can the geko® device be used near mobile communications equipment (e.g. cell phones, CB radio)?

Some medical electrical equipment can be affected by mobile communications equipment and other radio sources and we are required by international standards to warn users that medical electrical equipment can be affected by portable and mobile RF communications...

What published evidence do you have to support the geko® device claims?

We have a range of published research available for download. Click here to explore our resources.

Can the geko® device be used in close proximity to open radar transmitters or other sources of short wave radiation?

Do not use in proximity (i.e. within 1 metre) of short wave / microwave equipment as this may affect the geko® device. We are required by international standards to provide this warning, but practically this will not affect hospital patients. This warning does not...

What type of electrical stimulation pulse is used by the geko® W3 device?

The geko® device has a constant current, square wave, asymmetrical, charge balanced pulse. The Constant current refers to the output of the geko®device which is constant during the duration of the pulse. The voltage of the device will vary according to the patient’s...