Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device - Activ; Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device - Deep Care
K161458 · Indiba USA, Inc. · PBX · Oct 3, 2016 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
Record ID
K161458
Device Name
Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device - Activ; Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device - Deep Care
Applicant
Indiba USA, Inc.
Product Code
PBX · General, Plastic Surgery
Decision Date
Oct 3, 2016
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 878.4400
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Indications for Use
The Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices are intended to provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for treatment of selected medical conditions such as: relief of pain, muscle spasms, increase in local circulation. The massage device provided is intended to provide a temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
Device Story
Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device provides deep, non-invasive diathermy; console generates 448 kHz RF current delivered in monopolar form via stainless steel resistive electrodes or thin-layer insulated capacitive electrodes. System automatically tunes frequency (400-449 kHz) based on patient impedance; electroconductive media applied to skin prior to treatment. Device includes integrated massage tool for cellulite treatment; skin temperature monitored via separate IR thermometer. Used in clinical settings by trained operators; RF energy generates moderate subcutaneous tissue heating. Benefits include pain relief, muscle spasm reduction, improved local circulation, and temporary cellulite reduction.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical trials conducted. Evidence based on independent literature review supporting RF efficacy for pain, muscle spasms, circulation, and cellulite. In-house study on 9 healthy volunteers validated ability to raise skin temperature to 40-45°C using standard protocols (5-6 min capacitive, 7-11 min resistive). Results showed 41-44°C range; mild transitory erythema observed; no discomfort reported.
Technological Characteristics
Console-based RF generator; 448 kHz nominal frequency (400-449 kHz range); 200W max power. Electrodes: stainless steel (resistive) and thin-layer insulated (capacitive). 5.7-inch TFT display (320x240). Features: output short-circuit protection, over-voltage/over-power limitation, contact detection, over-temperature protection. Biocompatible materials per ISO 10993-1. Compliance: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-1-2, IEC 60601-2-2.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients requiring topical heating for pain relief, muscle spasm relief, or increased local circulation; also indicated for temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
An electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories is a device intended to remove tissue and control bleeding by use of high-frequency electrical current.
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Food and Drug Administration 10903 New Hampshire Avenue Document Control Center - WO66-G609 Silver Spring, MD 20993-0002
October 3, 2016
Indiba USA Inc. % Mr. Howard Beaumont Indiba S.A. 13 - Pol. Ind. Casablancas Sant Quirze Del Valles, Barcelona, Spain 08192
Re: K161458
Trade/Device Name: Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device - Activ; Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device - Deep Care Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4400 Regulation Name: Electrosurgical cutting and coagulation device and accessories Regulatory Class: Class II Product Code: PBX Dated: August 20, 2016 Received: August 26, 2016
Dear Mr. Beaumont:
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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Jennifer R. Stevenson -A
For Binita S. Ashar, M.D., M.B.A., F.A.C.S. Director Division of Surgical Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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## Indications for Use
510(k) Number (if known) K161458
Device Name
Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices
Indications for Use (Describe)
The Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices are intended to provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for treatment of selected medical conditions such as: relief of pain, muscle spasms, increase in local circulation.
The massage device provided is intended to provide a temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
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# SECTION 06 - 510(k) SUMMARY
# Contact Details
| 510(k) Number | K161458 |
|----------------------------|------------------------------------------------------|
| Applicant: | Indiba USA Inc. |
| | 1717 Embarcadero Road |
| | Palo Alto |
| | CA 94303 |
| | USA |
| Applicant Contact: | Carles Janer |
| | Regulatory Affairs Manager |
| C/O Applicant: | Indiba S.A. |
| | C / Moianés |
| | 13 - Pol. Ind. Casablancas |
| | 08192 Sant Quirze del Vallés |
| | Barcelona |
| | Spain |
| Application Correspondent: | Howard Beaumont |
| | Regulatory Affairs Consultant |
| Date Prepared | 18th May 2016 |
| Device Details | |
| Common Name: | Radiofrequency Device |
| Device Trade Name | Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device |
| Classification Name: | Electrosurgical, cutting and coagulation accessories |
| Regulation Number: | 878.4400 |
| Product Code | PBX |
| Device Class: | 2 |
| Panel: | General & Plastic Surgery |
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### K161458
# Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices.
### Legally Marketed Predicate Device(s)
| 510(k) Number | Product Code | Trade Name | Applicant |
|---------------|---------------|------------------|-----------------------------------------|
| K133739 | PBX, 878.4400 | TruSculpt | Cutera Inc. |
| K132949 | PBX, 878.4400 | PelleFirm System | Ellman International<br>(Cynosure Inc.) |
#### Device Description
The Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device is a therapeutic device for deep, non-invasive diathermy. The device consists of a console which generates a radiofrequency current which is delivered to the patient, in monopolar form, through two different types of electrodes: stainless steel conductive resistive electrodes, and thin-layer insulated capacitive electrodes. The electrodes are inserted into a handle/handpiece, one handle for each kind of electrode, and the handle is connected to the console by means of a 2-metre cable.
In resistive mode the system delivers a high-frequency current of 448 kHz directly to the patient's skin surface. In capacitive mode, the electrode coating creates a layer between the electrode and the human tissue, forming a capacitor that allows a high-frequency current to pass. The high frequency current ranges between 400 kHz and 449 kHz and is automatically tuned by the equipment according to the patient's impedance. Current returns through the neutral return electrode. The Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device is provided with an electroconductive media which is applied to the patients' skin prior to each treatment session.
The RF energy generates a heating profile that produces a moderate temperature rise in the subcutaneous tissue.
The temperature on the skin is measured using a separate IR (Infra-red) thermometer and there is an integrated massage device that can be used to massage the skin during cellulite treatment.
#### Indications for Use
The Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices are intended to provide topical heating for the purpose of elevating tissue temperature for treatment of selected medical conditions such as: relief of pain, muscle spasms, increase in local circulation.
Indiba 510(k): K161458
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The massage device provided is intended to provide a temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite.
## Technical Characteristics
| Characteristic | Value / Description |
|--------------------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
| Input voltage supply : | (100 – 130) V~ 50/60 Hz |
| Temperature range for operation : | +10°C to +40°C |
| Temperature range for storage and<br>transport : | -20°C to +50°C |
| Timer range : | 0 – 99 minutes |
| Display : | 5.7 inch TFT color 320 x 240 pixels |
| Other features : | - Output protected against accidental<br>short-circuit between neutral plate and<br>active electrode.<br>- Output over-voltage limitation<br>- Output over-power limitation<br>- Contact detection with patient skin<br>- Internal over-temperature protection |
## Substantial Equivalence
The indications for use, functionality, type of application, type of electrodes, skin temperature sensing and compliance to safety standards of the Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device are the same or very similar to the legally marketed, claimed predicate devices for the purpose of this 510(k) submission. Technological differences between the Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device and the predicate devices are limited to small variations in the maximum power (200 W, while predicate devices have a range from 120 W to 300 W) and the RF frequency (400 kHz - 449 kHz, while the predicate device has a range of 300 kHz - 50 MHz). Also, the patient contacting materials of the Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device are different to those of the predicate devices, but are biocompatible for their intended purpose.
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### Non-Clinical Testing
The Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices have been tested and are in compliance with IEC/EN 60601-1:2005+ Corr. 2006, Medical electrical equipment. Part 1: General requirements for basic safety and essential performance, IEC/EN60601-1-2:2007+AC:2010 Medical electrical equipment. Part 1: General requirements for safety - Collateral standard: Electromagnetic Compatibility -Requirements and tests, and applicable sections of IEC 60601-2-2: 2009 Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-2: Particular requirements for the basic safety and essential performance of high frequency surgical equipment and high frequency surgical accessories. In addition to the electrical safety testing performed, software verification and validation was conducted to IEC 62304: 2006 - Medical device software - Software Life-Cycle Processes, and FDA guidance on software validation. The results of this testing conclude the software has met these requirements.
Patient contacting materials have been evaluated according to the requirements of ISO10993-1:2009 Biological evaluation of medical devices -- Part 1: Evaluation and testing, and confirmed to be biocompatible for their intended use.
Design verification and validation was also performed on the Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices in compliance with internal design control procedures.
The electrical output characteristics of the Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices have been tested to demonstrate the devices meet the stated performance characteristics. The Output Characteristic testing measured output frequency, output voltage and output power at 100% (3 resistance loads). The results for each tested output characteristic for all the Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices passed the acceptance criteria. The testing concluded that each output characteristic for each device in the range was within the stated performance characteristics specification.
#### Clinical Evaluation
Clinical investigations were not conducted to support substantial equivalence. An independent search, review and analysis of published and un-published
Indiba 510(k): K161458
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literature to support the claim that the Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices are safe and effective was conducted. For the purpose of the evaluation of the literature, publications pertaining to RF applications under the indications for: relief of pain, relief of muscle spasms, increase in local circulation and temporary reduction in the appearance of cellulite, were sought. The independent evaluation concluded that there was supportive evidence that the Indiba family of devices, delivering RF energy in resistive and capacitive modes, can achieve a significantly beneficial effect on ache/pain, local circulation, cellulite and the relief of muscle spasm.
Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices have been validated in an in-house study on healthy volunteers to demonstrate that the Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices increase skin surface temperature to the range 40-45℃.
The study was conducted on nine healthy volunteers, in accordance with Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device standard treatment protocols, with treatment applied to the middle third of the anterior right thigh. Each session consisted of a combination of application of the capacitive electrode followed by the resistive electrode. Prior to each session electroconductive media was applied to the area of skin to be treated. Treatment times were approximately 5-6mins capacitive followed by 7-11mins resistive. Skin surface temperature was recorded using an Infrared Thermometer.
Tolerance of the treatment was good, there were no reports of discomfort and there were no requirements to adjust the treatment powers. Mild transitory erythema (skin reddening) was present in all volunteers in temperatures around 42-43 °C.
The results confirmed that individual volunteers' maximum temperatures on capacitive treatment were 41-44 °C and on capacitive and resistive were 41-43 °C.
The validation confirmed that after a minimum of 5 minutes the Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Device can raise, and maintain, the skin temperature to the range of 40-45 °C under capacitive and resistive applications.
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#### Conclusion
The results of external and in-house testing, and the conclusions of the independent review of literature, summarised above, demonstrate that the Indiba Diathermia Radiofrequency Devices are safe and effective and are substantially equivalent to the predicate devices in terms of performance.
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