K Number
K163125
Manufacturer
Date Cleared
2017-04-10

(153 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
890.5850
Reference & Predicate Devices
N/A
Predicate For
N/A
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP AuthorizedThirdpartyExpeditedreview
Intended Use
  • Increasing local blood circulation
  • Immediate post-surgical stimulation of the calf muscles to prevent venous thrombosis
Device Description

The geko™ T-2 and geko™ Plus R-2 Neuromuscular Stimulator devices were previously described in K152677 and K160299, respectively. There have been no changes to the design, technical specifications, or manufacturing of these devices since previously cleared. The devices are single patient use and disposable with fully integrated electronics composed of a constant current pulse generator with embedded software and a lithium-ion battery enclosed in a molded plastic casing, and a silver electrode with a hydrogel coating which provides a means of attachment of the device and electrical contact with the patient. Two buttons are used to control the On/Off function and increase or decrease the intensity level of the device output, which is achieved through changes in the delivered pulse width. The devices are applied so that the electrodes lie over the common peroneal nerve behind the knee. Stimulation of the common peroneal nerve causes contraction of the calf muscles through the direct activation of the motor neurons, resulting in increased blood flow. The stimulus intensity varies with the pulse width, which can be set to one of seven levels for the geko™ T-2 (ranging from 50 µsec to 400 µsec) and one of eight levels for the geko™ Plus R-2 (ranging from 50 µsec to 560 µsec). The constant current output at each pulse width setting is nominally 27 mA for the geko™ T-2 and 54 mA for the geko™ Plus R-2. The asymmetric biphasic waveform results in a net charge of zero to the patient during each pulse cycle. The pulse rate is fixed at a frequency of 1 Hz for both devices and is used to isometrically stimulate the leg and foot muscles with a cadence and energy similar to that of walking.

AI/ML Overview

The provided text is a 510(k) summary for the Firstkind Limited geko™ T-2 and geko™ Plus R-2 Neuromuscular Stimulators. This document primarily focuses on a labeling modification (removal of a warning) and provides performance data related to electromagnetic compatibility, not the clinical efficacy or diagnostic performance typically associated with AI/ML device studies.

Therefore, many of the requested elements for an AI/ML device study, such as expert ground truth, adjudication methods, MRMC studies, standalone algorithm performance, and sample sizes for training/test sets for an AI model, are not applicable to this document.

However, I can extract the acceptance criteria and the (EMC) study details described:


Acceptance Criteria and Performance (Electromagnetic Compatibility)

1. Table of Acceptance Criteria and Reported Device Performance (EMC)

Acceptance CriteriaReported Device Performance
The geko™ treatment parameters remain within stated tolerance values when used in the presence of high frequency surgical equipment.The geko™ treatment parameters remained within the stated tolerance values for all test cases (various distances, speeds, power levels, cutting/coagulation modes of HF electrosurgery device).
No adverse impact to geko™ operation.Confirmed no impact to the geko™ operation.
No risk of burns to the patient under the tested conditions.Confirmed no risk of burns to the patient under the tested conditions.

2. Sample Size Used for the Test Set and Data Provenance

  • Test Set Description: A "gel phantom that simulated the conductive properties of the human limb" was used. This is a simulated use bench test, not human data.
  • Sample Size: Not explicitly quantified in terms of number of "samples" but described as various distances (from 500mm down to 5mm), different speeds, low and high power levels, and different cutting/coagulation modes of the HF electrosurgery device. This indicates a factorial design covering different operational conditions.
  • Data Provenance: This is a bench test (simulated), not from a specific country or patient cohort, and is by nature prospective as it's a controlled experiment designed for this purpose.

3. Number of Experts Used to Establish the Ground Truth for the Test Set and Their Qualifications

  • Not Applicable. This is a bench test assessing physical performance (electrical parameters, absence of burns on a phantom). Expert "ground truth" in the sense of clinical interpretation or diagnosis is not relevant here. The "ground truth" is the physical measurement of device output and observation of the phantom for burns.

4. Adjudication Method for the Test Set

  • Not Applicable. As this is a bench test with objective measurements and observations, there is no need for adjudication by multiple human observers.

5. If a Multi-Reader Multi-Case (MRMC) Comparative Effectiveness Study Was Done

  • No. This type of study is relevant for evaluating the impact of AI on human diagnostic accuracy. The study described is a bench test for electromagnetic compatibility, not a clinical diagnostic study.

6. If a Standalone (i.e., algorithm only without human-in-the-loop performance) Was Done

  • Not Applicable. The geko™ is a neuromuscular stimulator, not an AI algorithm. Its performance is assessed directly, not via an AI model.

7. The Type of Ground Truth Used

  • Experimental Measurement/Observation: The ground truth was established by direct measurement of the geko™ device's output parameters remaining within tolerance and visual/physical confirmation of the absence of burns on the gel phantom under various high-frequency electrosurgery interference conditions.

8. The Sample Size for the Training Set

  • Not Applicable. The geko™ device is not an AI/ML algorithm that requires a training set.

9. How the Ground Truth for the Training Set Was Established

  • Not Applicable. As there is no training set mentioned (because it's not an AI/ML device), this question is irrelevant.

In summary, the provided document details a 510(k) submission for a neuromuscular stimulator. The "performance data" highlighted refers to the device's electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) when exposed to high-frequency surgical equipment, not to the clinical or diagnostic performance of an AI/ML system. Therefore, most questions related to AI/ML study methodologies (ground truth establishment by experts, training/test sets for algorithms, MRMC studies) are not pertinent to this submission.

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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002

April 10, 2017

Firstkind Limited % Sheila Hemeon-Heyer President Heyer Regulatory Solutions LLC 125 Cherry Lane Amherst, Massachusetts 01002

Re: K163125

Trade/Device Name: geko™ T-2 and geko™ Plus R-2 Neuromuscular Stimulators Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.5850 Regulation Name: Powered Muscle Stimulator Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: IPF Dated: March 9, 2017 Received: March 10, 2017

Dear Ms. Hemeon-Heyer:

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.

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Enclosure

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Indications for Use

510(k) Number (if known) K163125

Device Name

geko T-2 and geko Plus R2 Neuromuscular Stimulators

Indications for Use (Describe)

  • Increasing local blood circulation
  • Immediate post-surgical stimulation of the calf muscles to prevent venous thrombosis
Type of Use (Select one or both, as applicable)
Prescription Use (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 801 Subpart C)

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510(k) Summary K163125

This summary of 510(k) safety and effectiveness information is being submitted in accordance with the requirements of 21 CFR 807.92.

A.Submitter:Firstkind LimitedHawk HousePeregrine Business ParkHigh Wycombe, UKHP13 7DL
Contact:Neil BuckleyHead of Quality and Regulatory Affairs
Tel:+44 (0) 845 2222 921
Email:neil.buckley@firstkindmedical.com
B.Date Prepared:April 7, 2017

Device Name and Classification Information: ن

Trade Name:geko™ T-2 and geko™ Plus R-2 NeuromuscularStimulators
Classification Name:Stimulator, Muscle, Powered
Product Code, CFR:IPF, 21 CFR 890.5850
Panel code:89
Class:II
Predicate Devices:K152677 for geko™ T-2
K160299 for geko™ Plus R-2

Device Description: E.

D.

The geko™ T-2 and geko™ Plus R-2 Neuromuscular Stimulator devices were previously described in K152677 and K160299, respectively. There have been no changes to the design, technical specifications, or manufacturing of these devices since previously cleared. The devices are single patient use and disposable with fully integrated electronics composed of a constant current pulse generator with embedded software and a lithium-ion battery enclosed in a molded plastic casing, and a silver electrode with a hydrogel coating which provides a means of attachment of the device and electrical contact with the patient. Two buttons are used to control the On/Off function and increase or decrease the intensity level of

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the device output, which is achieved through changes in the delivered pulse width. The devices are applied so that the electrodes lie over the common peroneal nerve behind the knee. Stimulation of the common peroneal nerve causes contraction of the calf muscles through the direct activation of the motor neurons, resulting in increased blood flow. The stimulus intensity varies with the pulse width, which can be set to one of seven levels for the geko™ T-2 (ranging from 50 µsec to 400 µsec) and one of eight levels for the geko™ Plus R-2 (ranging from 50 µsec to 560 µsec). The constant current output at each pulse width setting is nominally 27 mA for the geko™ T-2 and 54 mA for the geko™ Plus R-2. The asymmetric biphasic waveform results in a net charge of zero to the patient during each pulse cycle. The pulse rate is fixed at a frequency of 1 Hz for both devices and is used to isometrically stimulate the leg and foot muscles with a cadence and energy similar to that of walking.

F. Indications for Use:

  • Increasing local blood circulation ●
  • lmmediate post-surgical stimulation of the calf muscles to prevent venous ● thrombosis

G. Contraindications

Powered muscle stimulators should not be used on patients with cardiac demand pacemakers.

Powered muscle stimulators should not be used on patients with recently diagnosed deep vein thrombosis.

H. Technical Comparison with the Predicate Device and Discussion of Differences

The purpose of this 510(k) is to modify the device labelling. There have been no design or technical changes to the geko™ T-2 and geko™ Pus R-2 devices since they were originally cleared under K152677 and K160299, respectively.

l. Performance Data

Firstkind submitted data from a simulated use bench test to demonstrate that the geko™ devices are not adversely impacted when used in the presence of high frequency surgical equipment. During the testing, the geko™ device was attached to a gel phantom that simulated the conductive properties of the human limb. A HF electrosurgery device was used to cut into the phantom at various distances from the geko from 500 mm (approximately 20 in) down to 5 mm (approximately 0.2 in) at different speeds, low and high power levels and when used in different

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cutting/coagulation modes. The geko™ treatment parameters remained within the stated tolerance values for all of these test cases, confirming no impact to the geko™ operation and no risk of burns to the patient under the tested conditions.

l. Conclusions

The testing presented in this 510(k) supports the removal of the warning in the instructions for use against use of the geko in the presence of high frequency surgical equipment. Therefore, this 510(k) is substantially equivalent to the previously cleared 510(k)s for the geko™ T-2 and geko™ Plus R-2, with the modified labelling.

§ 890.5850 Powered muscle stimulator.

(a)
Identification. A powered muscle stimulator is an electrically powered device intended for medical purposes that repeatedly contracts muscles by passing electrical currents through electrodes contacting the affected body area.(b)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).