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Equipment 80 Instrument for acupuncture and moxibustion
Sterilized needle 34175000
Approval number 20100BZZ01338000
How to apply Sporban
What is Sporban?
Everyone is experiencing pain and stiffness.
Sporban is an acupuncture instrument that combines acupuncture and particle pressure stimulation treatment to enhance humans' natural resistance and healing ability against diseases.
What is acupuncture?
A method to stimulate a point painful when pressed (tender point) by inserting a special needle into it.
What is particle pressure stimulation treatment?
A method to apply pressure stimulation to a tender point by sticking a small iron oxide powder molded plate on it.
Sporban has a small hole in the center of the particles applying pressure stimulation (iron oxide powder molded plate), from which the needle tip sticks out, and these are secured with tape.
The needle tip is 1.1 mm long and 0.22 mm thick, so there is almost no pain.
Since the needle base is molded in a ring shape and integrated with the tip, there is no need to worry that the needle tip will come out.
Structure of Sporban
1. Analgesic effect
Acupuncture stimulates the secretion of endorphin hormone – a substance similar to morphine that minimizes pain – from the central nerve of the cerebrum.
2. Blood flow improvement
By inserting needles into the body, the muscles and internal organs work reflexively through the sensory nerves of the skin, improving blood circulation.
In response to stimulation with needles, neurotransmitters are secreted that dilate blood vessels; accordingly, local blood vessels dilate, and blood flow is improved.
3. Nervous regulation
When you have neuralgic pain, stimulating the nerve with needles controls the nervous excitement and stops the pain. Conversely, when nerve functions are paralyzed, stimulation with needles excites the nerve and makes it begin functioning normally. In this way, acupuncture has a nerve-regulating effect.
4. Endocrine regulation
Mental stress and various kinds of stimulation affect the secretion of hormones. Acupuncture is effective for regulating the levels of various hormones, such as improving the release or controlling too much release.
Intended Use or Effectiveness: How should I use this product and what does it do?
Contraindications and Prohibitions: When not to use this product and who cannot use it?
Precautions: What should not be done while using this product?
Manufacturer/Product name
Sporban is a product manufactured and sold by YUTOKU PHARMACEUTICAL IND.Co., LTD.
This product is classified as a controlled medical device as an instrument for acupuncture and moxibustion.
Intended Use or Effectiveness: How should I use this product and what does it do?
Use Sporban for acupuncture treatment.
*Acupuncture is a treatment method to stimulate a point painful when pressed (tender point) by inserting a special needle into it.
Contraindications and Prohibitions: When not to use this product and who cannot use it?
- Reuse is prohibited.
- Do not use if you are pregnant (Doing so may induce labor)
- Do not use if you have a metal allergy to stainless steel constituents, such as nickel and chromium.
- Do not use if you are wearing implantable medical electronic equipment, such as a cardiac pacemaker. (Doing so may affect the operation of the equipment)
Directions for Use, etc.： How should I use this product and what should I take note of regarding usage, etc.?
- Wipe off dirt and sweat from the skin and clean the application area before use. (If possible, disinfect with an over-the-counter disinfectant)
- Do not touch the needle tip.
- Press the stiff or painful area with your finger, and apply the product, centering on the point of pain or discomfort.
- Apply the product so that the needle makes a right angle with the skin surface.
- Replace with a new one every 2 to 3 days and apply it to a slightly different position.
- Do not disassemble this product. Doing so may cause hygiene problems, loss of the needle, and accidental ingestion by young children.
- If you swallow this product, seek medical attention immediately and follow the instructions.
- When bathing, do not strongly rub the area with a towel, etc., where this product is applied. Doing so may remove the product or cause injury. After bathing, make sure that this product is not removed.
Precautions: What should I take note of when using this product?
(1) Important basic precautions
- This product is a single-use product, so use it only once and do not reuse it.
- After opening the product package, the sterile condition cannot be maintained, so use it up.
- Do not apply this product to areas with wounds, eczema, etc.
- If you experience rash/redness, itching, etc. as a result of using this product, discontinue the use and consult a doctor or pharmacist.
(2) Other precautions
- After using this product, fold the tape in such a way as to wrap the center so that the needle is not exposed, and dispose of it as non-combustible waste.
- Do not use this product in public baths and swimming pools.
Storage Method, Effective Period, etc.: How should this product be stored and how long is it effective?
Keep this product out of reach of children.
- This product is valid for 5 years. The expiry date is indicated on the outer box.
Contact
For inquiries about this product, please contact the following:
| Contact name | YUTOKU PHARMACEUTICAL IND.Co., LTD. |
|---|---|
| Contact address | 2596-1 Oaza Nodomibun, Kashima-shi, Saga, Japan |
| Department to contact | Customer Consultation Desk |
| Contact telephone number | ０９５４－６３－１３２０ |
| Reception hours | 9:00 to 17:00 （Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays) |