HEPAX (TENS)
by Avl Scientific Corp. 510(k)
Active
510(k) K882154
Overview
The HEPAX (TENS) is a Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) device, designed to deliver electrical impulses through the skin to manage pain. It operates by modulating nerve signals to reduce pain perception, commonly used for chronic pain relief or postoperative discomfort. This device is classified under the product code GZJ, which pertains to neuromuscular electrical stimulation devices.
The HEPAX (TENS) is supplied as a reusable medical device and is intended for clinical use in settings such as hospitals or outpatient clinics. It was cleared by the FDA under the 510(k) pathway with a clearance number K882154, filed in 1988 and granted on September 30, 1988. No specific sterility or MRI safety information is provided in the available data. The device’s regulatory status is confirmed by its inclusion in the FDA’s 510(k) database under the Neurology advisory committee.
Regulatory status
| Region | Authorization | Number | Date | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | FDA 510(k)SESE | NumberK882154 | Date30 Sep 1988 | StatusActive |
Coverage
- Active
- Expiring
- Withdrawn
- Listed
- Not known
- Not covered
United States — FDA 510(k) Active
Recalls
No FDA recalls on record, checked 22 Oct 2026.
Specification
- 510(k) Number
- FDA Product Code
- GZJ
- Device Class
- Class II
- Regulation
- 21 CFR Part 882.5890
- Advisory Committee
- Neurology
- FDA Decision
- SESE Substantially Equivalent