Shortwave Diathermy Model 802

No FDA recalls on record, checked 22 Oct 2026.

510(k) Number

K780755 ↗

FDA Product Code

IMJ

Device Class

Class II

Regulation

21 CFR Part 890.5290

Advisory Committee

Physical Medicine

FDA Decision

SESE Substantially Equivalent

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• What is the Shortwave Diathermy Model 802 used for?

  The Shortwave Diathermy Model 802 is designed to deliver therapeutic deep heat for physical medicine applications. It is classified as a Class II medical device specifically for applying therapeutic deep heat in physical medicine settings.

• Is the Shortwave Diathermy Model 802 a single-use or reusable device?

  The device information does not specify whether the Shortwave Diathermy Model 802 is single-use or reusable. As a therapeutic medical device, it is likely designed for multiple patient applications following proper sterilization procedures between uses.

• What regulatory approvals does the Shortwave Diathermy Model 802 have?

  The Shortwave Diathermy Model 802 received FDA 510(k) clearance on May 12, 1978. It is classified as a Class II medical device and is subject to special controls for physical medicine applications.

• How is the Shortwave Diathermy Model 802 supplied?

  The device is supplied with various model numbers and registration numbers as specified in the authorizations. The manufacturer is Birtcher Corp., located in McHenry, IL, and the device is distributed for use in physical medicine settings.