K Number
K022458
Device Name
AUTO*THERM 395, MODEL ME 395
Date Cleared
2002-09-26

(62 days)

Product Code
Regulation Number
890.5290
AI/MLSaMDIVD (In Vitro Diagnostic)TherapeuticDiagnosticis PCCP Authorized
Intended Use
Shortwave diathermy delivers energy in the radio band of 27.12 MHz to provide deep heating therapeutic effects to body tissues. When shortwave diathermy is delivered to the body at intensities capable of generating a deep tissue temperature increase, it can be used to treat selected medical conditions such as: 1. Relieving pain; 2. Reducing muscle spasm; 3. Increasing range of motion of contracted joints using heat and stretch techniques; and 4. Increasing blood flow to tissues in the treatment area.
Device Description
The Auto*Therm 395 is a shortwave diathermy device that operates at 27.12 MHz. It provides traditional shortwave diathermy therapy using condenser and electromagnetic coil fields in both continuous and pulsed modes of operation. It is suited for all diathermy treatments in both the clinic and the medical practice. The ME 395 has four wheels for easy transportation between treatment rooms. Two of these wheels have brakes that can be locked to prevent movement during use. The membrane control panel is mounted on top of the unit. It is easily cleaned and contains all the controls and displays for operating the Auto*Therm 395. The intensity control knob adjusts the output power via an encoder. The power switch is on the upper left side of the unit. Screw holes for attaching the arms are located on the rear of the unit. The sockets for connecting the cables for the condenser and coll applicators and the detachable mains power supply cable including fuses are also located on the back of the unit. The ripcord for the patient emergency-OFF switch passes through a bushing mounted on the back of the unit so that it can be pulled from all directions.
More Information

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No
The description focuses on the physical components, operational modes (continuous and pulsed), and traditional shortwave diathermy principles. There is no mention of AI, ML, or any features that would suggest adaptive learning, data analysis for treatment optimization, or image processing.

Yes.
The device delivers energy to provide deep heating therapeutic effects to body tissues and is used to treat selected medical conditions such as relieving pain and reducing muscle spasm.

No
The device description states it is a shortwave diathermy device for therapeutic effects like pain relief and increasing blood flow, not for diagnosing medical conditions.

No

The device description clearly details physical hardware components such as wheels, a membrane control panel, intensity control knob, power switch, screw holes, sockets for cables, and a ripcord for an emergency-OFF switch. These are all physical components of a hardware device, not a software-only device.

Based on the provided information, this device is not an IVD (In Vitro Diagnostic).

Here's why:

  • IVD Definition: In Vitro Diagnostic devices are used to examine specimens taken from the human body (like blood, urine, tissue) to provide information for diagnosis, monitoring, or screening.
  • Device Function: The Auto*Therm 395 is a shortwave diathermy device that delivers energy to the body for therapeutic purposes (heating tissues to relieve pain, reduce muscle spasm, etc.). It works directly on the patient's body, not on specimens taken from the body.
  • Intended Use: The intended use clearly describes therapeutic applications, not diagnostic testing of samples.

Therefore, the Auto*Therm 395 falls under the category of therapeutic medical devices, not In Vitro Diagnostic devices.

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Intended Use / Indications for Use

Indications for use:

    1. Pain relief
    1. Reduction of muscle spasm
    1. Localized increase in blood flow
    1. Increase range of motion of contracted joints.

Shortwave diathermy delivers energy in the radio band of 27.12 MHz to provide deep heating therapeutic effects to body tissues. When shortwave diathermy is delivered to the body at intensities capable of generating a deep tissue temperature increase, it can be used to treat selected medical conditions such as:

    1. Relieving pain;
    1. Reducing muscle spasm;
  1. Increasing range of motion of contracted joints using heat and stretch techniques; and
  2. Increasing blood flow to tissues in the treatment area.

Product codes (comma separated list FDA assigned to the subject device)

IMJ

Device Description

The Auto*Therm 395 is a shortwave diathermy device that operates at 27.12 MHz. It provides traditional shortwave diathermy therapy using condenser and electromagnetic coil fields in both continuous and pulsed modes of operation. It is suited for all diathermy treatments in both the clinic and the medical practice.

The ME 395 has four wheels for easy transportation between treatment rooms. Two of these wheels have brakes that can be locked to prevent movement during use. The membrane control panel is mounted on top of the unit. It is easily cleaned and contains all the controls and displays for operating the Auto*Therm 395.

The intensity control knob adjusts the output power via an encoder. The power switch is on the upper left side of the unit. Screw holes for attaching the arms are located on the rear of the unit. The sockets for connecting the cables for the condenser and coll applicators and the detachable mains power supply cable including fuses are also located on the back of the unit. The ripcord for the patient emergency-OFF switch passes through a bushing mounted on the back of the unit so that it can be pulled from all directions.

Mentions image processing

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Mentions AI, DNN, or ML

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Input Imaging Modality

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Anatomical Site

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Indicated Patient Age Range

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Intended User / Care Setting

clinic and the medical practice.

Description of the training set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Description of the test set, sample size, data source, and annotation protocol

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Summary of Performance Studies (study type, sample size, AUC, MRMC, standalone performance, key results)

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Key Metrics (Sensitivity, Specificity, PPV, NPV, etc.)

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Predicate Device(s): If the device was cleared using the 510(k) pathway, identify the Predicate Device(s) K/DEN number used to claim substantial equivalence and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text. List the primary predicate first in the list.

K861248

Reference Device(s): Identify the Reference Device(s) K/DEN number and list them here in a comma separated list exactly as they appear in the text.

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Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) - All Relevant Information for the subject device only (e.g. presence / absence, what scope was granted / cleared under the PCCP, any restrictions, etc).

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§ 890.5290 Shortwave diathermy.

(a)
Shortwave diathermy for use in applying therapeutic deep heat for selected medical conditions —(1)Identification. A shortwave diathermy for use in applying therapeutic deep heat for selected medical conditions is a device that applies to specific areas of the body electromagnetic energy in the radiofrequency (RF) bands of 13.56 megahertz (MHz) or 27.12 MHz and that is intended to generate deep heat within body tissues for the treatment of selected medical conditions such as relief of pain, muscle spasms, and joint contractures, but not for the treatment of malignancies.(2)
Classification. Class II (performance standards).(b)
Nonthermal shortwave therapy —(1)Identification. A nonthermal shortwave therapy is a prescription device that applies to the body pulsed electromagnetic energy in the RF bands of 13.56 MHz or 27.12 MHz and that is intended for adjunctive use in the palliative treatment of postoperative pain and edema of soft tissue by means other than the generation of deep heat within body tissues as described in paragraph (a) of this section.(2)
Classification: Class II (special controls). The device is classified as class II. The special controls for this device are:(i) Components of the device that come into human contact must be demonstrated to be biocompatible.
(ii) Appropriate analysis/testing must demonstrate that the device is electrically safe and electromagnetically compatible in its intended use environment.
(iii) Non-clinical performance testing must demonstrate that the device performs as intended under anticipated conditions of use. Non-clinical performance testing must characterize the output waveform of the device and demonstrate that the device meets appropriate output performance specifications. The output characteristics and the methods used to determine these characteristics, including the following, must be determined:
(A) Peak output power;
(B) Pulse width;
(C) Pulse frequency;
(D) Duty cycle;
(E) Characteristics of other types of modulation that may be used;
(F) Average measured output powered into the RF antenna/applicator;
(G) Specific absorption rates in saline gel test load or other appropriate model;
(H) Characterization of the electrical and magnetic fields in saline gel test load or other appropriate model for each RF antenna and prescribed RF antenna orientation/position; and
(I) Characterization of the deposited energy density in saline gel test load or other appropriate model.
(iv) A detailed summary of the clinical testing pertinent to use of the device to demonstrate the effectiveness of the device in its intended use.
(v) Labeling must include the following:
(A) Output characteristics of the device;
(B) Recommended treatment regimes, including duration of use; and
(C) A detailed summary of the clinical testing pertinent to the use of the device and a summary of the adverse events and complications.
(vi) Nonthermal shortwave therapy devices marketed prior to the effective date of this reclassification must submit an amendment to their previously cleared premarket notification (510(k)) demonstrating compliance with these special controls.

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AUTO*THERM ® 395, MODEL ME 395 510(K) SUMMARY

K022458

Submitter's Name:Mettler Electronics Corp.
Address:1333 South Claudina Street
Anaheim, CA 92805

SEP 2 6 2002

Telephone: 714-533-2221

Contact: Robert E. Fleming Director, QA/RA

Date Prepared: July 26, 2002

Device Name:

  • a. TRADE NAME:
  • b. CLASSIFICATION NAME:
  • c. COMMON NAME:

Auto*Therm® 395, Model ME 395 Shortwave diathermy Shortwave diathermy

Predicate Device:

  • a. TRADE NAME: Curapuls 419
  • b. 510(k) Number: K861248

Description of Device:

The Auto*Therm 395 is a shortwave diathermy device that operates at 27.12 MHz. It provides traditional shortwave diathermy therapy using condenser and electromagnetic coil fields in both continuous and pulsed modes of operation. It is suited for all diathermy treatments in both the clinic and the medical practice.

The ME 395 has four wheels for easy transportation between treatment rooms. Two of these wheels have brakes that can be locked to prevent movement during use. The membrane control panel is mounted on top of the unit. It is easily cleaned and contains all the controls and displays for operating the Auto*Therm 395.

The intensity control knob adjusts the output power via an encoder. The power switch is on the upper left side of the unit. Screw holes for attaching the arms are located on the rear of the unit. The sockets for connecting the cables for the condenser and coll applicators and the detachable mains power supply cable including fuses are also located on the back of the unit. The ripcord for the patient emergency-OFF switch passes through a bushing mounted on the back of the unit so that it can be pulled from all directions.

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AUTO*THERM ® 395, MODEL ME 395 510(K) SUMMARY

Device Intended Use Statement:

510(k) Number: TBD

Device Name: Auto*Therm® 395, Model ME 395

Indications for use:

    1. Pain relief
    1. Reduction of muscle spasm
    1. Localized increase in blood flow
    1. Increase range of motion of contracted joints.

Comparison of Technological Characteristics Between Auto*Therm® 395, Model ME 395 and Predicate Devices: (see following page)

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AUTO*THERM ® 395, MODEL ME 395 510(K) SUMMARY

Comparison of Technological Characteristics Between Auto*Therm® 395, Model ME 395 and Predicate Devices:

FEATUREAUTO*THERM 395CURAPULS 419
Mains Supply115 VAC, ±10%, 50/60 Hz
230 VAC, ±10%, 50/60 Hz110, 127, 220 or 240 VAC
50/60 Hz
FDA ClassIIII
Safety
Classification1 Type BF1 Type BF
Frequency27.12 MHz, ±0.6%27.12 MHz, ±0.6%
Pulse Repetition
Frequency (PRF)70 Hz/350 Hz15-200 Hz in 10 steps
Pulse Duration
(PD)2 mSec/0.4 mSec± 400 µSec
HF out continuous200 W (rms) @ 50 Ω450 W (rms) @ 70 Ω
HF out pulsed30 W (rms)
400 W (peak) @ 50 Ω1000 W (peak) @ 70 Ω
ModesInductive & CapacitiveInductive & Capacitive
TimerMembrane switch pads
Digital Indication (min)Rocker switch
Digital indication (min)
Maximum Time30 minutes30 minutes
Output ControlIntensity potentiometerIntensity potentiometer
Output DisplayLED bar graph reflects %
contact + 3-digit, 7-segment
display of wattsBar display intensity meter with
silk-screened numerals (1-10)
around intensity control
Inductive coil
electrodesYesYes
Flexible Induction
electrodeYesYes
Capacitive plate
electrodesYesYes
Soft rubber
electrodesYesYes
ConfigurationCabinet-mounted with wheelsCabinet-mounted with wheels

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

SEP 2 6 2002

Mettler Electronics Corp. Robert E. Fleming Director, QA/RA 1333 South Claudina Street Anaheim, California 92805

Re: K022458

Trade/Device Name: Auto*Therm 395, Model ME 395 Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.5290 Regulation Name: Shortwave Diathermy Device Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: IMJ Dated: July 26, 2002 Received: July 26, 2002

Dear Mr. Fleming:

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.

If your device is classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (PMA), it may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your device can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 898. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your device in the Federal Register.

Please be advised that FDA's issuance of a substantial equivalence determination does not mean that FDA has made a determination that your device complies with other requirements of the Act or any Federal statutes and regulations administered by other Federal agencies. You must comply with all the Act's requirements, including, but not limited to: registration and listing (21 CFR Part 807); labeling (21 CFR Part 801); good manufacturing practice requirements as set forth in the quality systems (QS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your device as described in your Section 510(k) premarket notification. The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your device to a legally marketed predicate device results in a classification for your device and thus, permits your device to proceed to the market.

If you desire specific advice for your device on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 21 CFR Part 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4659. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your device, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers, International and Consumer Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its Internet address

http://www.fda.qov/cdrh/dsma/dsmamain.html

Sincerely vours.

Mack n Mellever

Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General, Restorative

and Neurological Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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INDICATIONS FOR USE STATEMENT AUTO*THERM® 395, ME 395

Indications for use -

Shortwave diathermy delivers energy in the radio band of 27.12 MHz to provide deep heating therapeutic effects to body tissues. When shortwave diathermy is delivered to the body at intensities capable of generating a deep tissue temperature increase, it can be used to treat selected medical conditions such as:

    1. Relieving pain;
    1. Reducing muscle spasm;
  1. Increasing range of motion of contracted joints using heat and stretch techniques; and

  2. Increasing blood flow to tissues in the treatment area.

Mark H. Millikan

vision of General, Restorative and Neurological Devices 510(k) Number