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Information for Prescribers
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or operating capacity.
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Trademarks

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Neuromodulation Corporation is under license.
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Additional Information

For Indications and related information, see the Indications DFU. For other device-specific information not included in this manual, labeling symbols,
and warranty information, refer to the appropriate DFU for your Boston Scientific System as listed on your Reference Guide.
Throughout this document, the WaveWriter Alpha™ and WaveWriter Alpha™ 16 Systems will be referred to as the WaveWriter Alpha System.
WaveWriter Alpha™ Prime, and WaveWriter Alpha™ Prime 16 Systems will be referred to as the WaveWriter Alpha Prime Systems.
The WaveWriter Alpha System includes a rechargeable Implantable Pulse Generator (IPG). References to the Charging System or charging process
are applicable only for rechargeable IPGs.
The WaveWriter Alpha Prime System includes a non-rechargeable IPG.
All information included within this manual is applicable to both Spinal Cord Stimulator (SCS) and Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) therapy unless
otherwise specified.
Table of Contents
Device and Product Description ............................................................................................................................................................. 1
Contraindications ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Safety Information .................................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Instructions for the Patient ........................................................................................................................................................................................1
Warnings ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................1
Precautions ......................................................................................................................................................................................................2
Adverse Effects ................................................................................................................................................................................................3
Instructions for the Physician ....................................................................................................................................................................................3
Sterilization ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Technical Service ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
End of Programmed Service ................................................................................................................................................................... 4
IPG Battery Life ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Rechargeable Systems ............................................................................................................................................................................................4
Non-Rechargeable Systems .....................................................................................................................................................................................4
Estimating Longevity (for Non-Rechargeable Systems) ...................................................................................................................................5
Elective Replacement (for Non-Rechargeable Systems) .................................................................................................................................5
Quality of Wireless Service ..................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Timing .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Troubleshooting Wireless Coexistence Issues .........................................................................................................................................................5
Wireless Security ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Telemetry Information .............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
Wireless Charging Information ............................................................................................................................................................... 6
Essential Performance ............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
External Trial Stimulator ...................................................................................................................................................................................6
Other External Devices ....................................................................................................................................................................................6
Electromagnetic Compatibility - EN 60601-1-2 Classification Information ......................................................................................... 6
Notice to the User Per Industry Canada Radio Standards Specifications: ......................................................................................... 8
Contact Information ................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
Wavewriter Alpha™ & WaveWriter Alpha™ Prime System Information for Prescribers
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