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# ENERGEX (K042686)

_Energex Systems, Inc. · NHH · Jun 16, 2005 · Physical Medicine · SESE_

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## Device Facts

- **Applicant:** Energex Systems, Inc.
- **Product Code:** [NHH](/submissions/PM/subpart-f%E2%80%94physical-medicine-therapeutic-devices/NHH.md)
- **Decision Date:** Jun 16, 2005
- **Decision:** SESE
- **Submission Type:** Traditional
- **Regulation:** 21 CFR 890.5500
- **Device Class:** Class 2
- **Review Panel:** Physical Medicine
- **Attributes:** Therapeutic

## Indications for Use

The Energex® system is intended to be used as an adjunct to medical therapy for the temporary symptomatic relief of mild to moderate chronic anterior knee pain which is not caused by meniscal, ligament, or cartilage injury.

## Device Story

Energex System is an infrared lamp device used for temporary symptomatic relief of chronic anterior knee pain. Device operates by emitting infrared energy to provide heat therapy. Used in clinical settings or under medical supervision as an adjunct to standard medical therapy. Healthcare providers use the device to deliver localized thermal treatment to the knee area. Patient benefits include temporary pain relief for non-traumatic chronic anterior knee conditions.

## Clinical Evidence

No clinical data provided; substantial equivalence determination based on regulatory classification and intended use.

## Technological Characteristics

Infrared lamp device; energy source: infrared radiation; intended for thermal therapy; Class II device per 21 CFR 890.5500.

## Regulatory Identification

An infrared lamp is a device intended for medical purposes that emits energy at infrared frequencies (approximately 700 nanometers to 50,000 nanometers) to provide topical heating.

## Special Controls

*Classification.* Class II (special controls). The device, when it is an infrared therapeutic heating lamp, is exempt from the premarket notification procedures in subpart E of part 807 of this chapter subject to the limitations in § 890.9.

## Submission Summary (Full Text)

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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850

Energex Systems, Inc. c/o Marie Marlow M Squared Associates, Inc. 719 A Street, NE Washington, DC 20002

DEC 2 1 2005

Re: k042686

Trade/Device Name: Energex System® Regulation Number: 21 CFR 890.5500 Regulation Name: Infrared Lamp Regulatory Class: II Product Code: NHH Dated: October 3, 2005 Received: October 7, 2005

Dear Ms. Marlow:

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

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systems (OS) regulation (21 CFR Part 820); and if applicable, the electronic product radiation control provisions (Sections 531-542 of the Act); 21 CFR 1000-1050.

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), please contact the Office of Compliance at (240) 276-0115. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21CFR Part 807.97). You may obtain other general information on your responsibilities under the Act 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.gov/cdrh/industry/support/index.html.

Sincerely yours.

Muotem MD for

Donna-Bea Tillman, Ph.D., M.P.A., Director Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health

Enclosure

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## Indications for Use

## 510(k) Number (if known): K042686

Device Name: Energex®

Indications For Use: The Energex® system is intended to be used as an adjunct to medical therapy for the temporary symptomatic relief of mild to moderate chronic anterior knee pain which is not caused by meniscal, ligament, or cartilage injury.

Prescription Use × (Part 21 CFR 801 Subpart D) AND/OR

Over-The-Counter Use (21 CFR 807 Subpart C)

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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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