Instructions We sincerely hope that you regularly use and enjoy this unique self-healing device. It is truly an innovative method for helping your body take care of itself. Like any other form of health enhancing technique, you will gain optimal results from using it only in the manner that the designer advises. The Panacea(tm) is extremely durable, safe, and effective when used properly. PANACEA-TOOLS claims no responsibility for use of the product in any way other than that described in these instructions. If you share the device, we advise that you clean it before and after each use according to the care guide below. Please have all users read and follow all the instructions carefully, and review them regularly for best results. Do not use it where the skin is broken, burned, or otherwise injured. For medical problems, follow the advice of your physician. How often do I use it? We recommend lying on the Panacea(tm) once each morning, and once later each day. If your schedule does not match the conventional daily routine, adjust accordingly. You are also encouraged to lie on it more often if you prefer. How often you use it also depends on the results you wish to achieve. If your intention is to energize yourself, lie on it for a maximum of 8-12 minutes each time, whenever you need it. If you wish to utilize the Panacea(tm) for stress relief, pain killing, or to fall asleep, use it when you need it for a minimum of 15-20 minutes. Where do I use it? We recommend that you use it on a bed or padded surface. The padding will help the Panacea(tm) conform better to the shape of your body, thus distributing weight most evenly. For a stronger, yet not as well distributed, sensation you may lie on the unit on a hard flat surface. We do not recommend lying on inclined or moving surfaces due to the pointed nature of the stimulators. How do I use it? 1. Prepare an area to lie down on the Panacea(tm), according to the section above. Try to choose a place where you will not be disturbed. A quiet, dimly lit area is ideal. If you would like to listen to music while lying down, turn it on. You may choose to enjoy the cassette tape we have supplied you. 2. Since many people tend to lose track of time and fall asleep while lying on the Panacea(tm), you may wish to set an alarm just before starting. Remember: a maximum of 8-12 minutes for energizing, a minimum of 15-20 minutes for stress relieving or pain killing, or pick a wake-up time if you plan to fall asleep. You may find that these estimated times vary slightly for you. 3. With the Panacea(tm) set aside momentarily, lie down in the position which you will assume for your session. Place a rolled hand towel under your neck to comfortably compensate for its curvature. By positioning one or two pillows under your knees, your lower back should be flat on the surface. If not, or if pillows are not available, compensate for lower back curvature in the same way you did for your neck. If the room is cool, you may also wish to position a blanket so you can easily cover yourself. 4. Sit up. Remove your shirt or garments so that the targeted back skin is exposed. Place the Panacea(tm) in the position corresponding to the centerline of your back. It may extend over the neck towel if you desire. Lie down slowly and carefully while supporting part of your weight on your elbows temporarily, if desired. Relax! Do not try to move around. Sit back up and lie down again if you wish to alter your position. At first, the feeling may be brisk, but any discomfort will subside after 2-4 minutes. The feeling will shift to a warm sensation with light pressure. 5. When your alarm sounds or you wish to get up, sit up by reversing the way you laid down. Move the Panacea(tm) aside and replace your garments. You may notice the increased local blood flow in your back by the heat given off and a rosy appearance. This shows effective local blood flow increase and will gradually decrease. How do I care for it? For protection of the device, do not use it for any other purpose than that described in these instructions. To clean the surfaces, use warm soapy water and a non-abrasive brush. Let air dry. Do not clean in the dishwasher. Do not step on the device, or put weight on it other than in ways described in these instructions. Do not expose it to temperatures above 120 F or below 30 F. Between uses, place it in the packaging provided with the product, and out of the reach of children and others who have not yet read the instructions for its use. How will I feel? Some people even consider it Very uncomfortable at first. That's OK. It means the Panacea(tm) is doing its job. This is exactly how it works! EVERYBODY will feel gradual decreasing of discomfort in one to four minutes. Remember: it's worth it! If you have a very low pain threshold, you may wish to train your body by wearing an old T-shirt for the first two or three sessions. Every time you use the Panacea(tm), the period of adjustment will get shorter. Experiments have shown that even anticipation of an endorphin release helps the body to release them without prolonged stimulation. Listen to your body. Help your body to feel positive about the sensation. o Remind yourself about your short-term goal: "I must stay on the Panacea(tm) for at least five minutes. I know by experience. I will feel pain relief very soon. The longer I stay on, the closer the goal is." o Breathe deeply & relax: the more you're relaxed, the easier the adjustment period! Before you know it, your discomfort will melt into heat, and perhaps tingling. o Your relaxation may become drowsiness. Don't resist, indulge - even fall asleep. One great thing about the Panacea(tm) is that it works for your body in so many ways, and all you have to know how to do is: lie down and relax! As soon as the short adjustment passes, you can forget about it. This can be an ideal time for you to meditate, read or take a nap