VitalStim® Plus Accessories & Replacement Parts

VitalStim® Plus Accessories & Replacement Parts

Maintain your VitalStim Plus system with genuine replacement accessories designed for the Chattanooga® VitalStim Plus electrotherapy and sEMG biofeedback system. Choose from snap lead wires, an sEMG reference lead wire, an operator hand switch, a protective rubber sleeve, a stylus, a tabletop stand, a battery door, or a reference EMG electrode.

Each selection on this page is an individual VitalStim Plus accessory. The complete electrotherapy device is not included unless specifically identified as the system. To purchase the complete unit, visit the VitalStim Plus Electrotherapy and sEMG Biofeedback System.

VitalStim Plus is a professional four-channel electrotherapy and two-channel surface electromyography system used in clinician-directed dysphagia rehabilitation. Because its stimulation, sEMG, reference electrode, and remote-control connections are system-specific, replacement parts should be selected by manufacturer number rather than appearance alone.

Choose the Correct VitalStim Plus Accessory

VitalStim Plus Snap Lead Wires — 25-8080

The VitalStim Plus Snap Lead Wires are replacement stimulation leads made specifically for the VitalStim Plus system. They connect the unit’s output channels to compatible VitalStim treatment electrodes.

The device uses color-coded channel connections to help clinicians organize the four stimulation channels:

Select replacement snap lead wires when the original leads become damaged, intermittent, visibly worn, or unable to maintain a dependable connection. 

VitalStim Plus Reference EMG Lead Wire — 13-8083

The Reference EMG Lead Wire connects the VitalStim Plus reference electrode to the device’s dedicated REF input. It is required when using the system’s surface EMG biofeedback functions.

Clinicians use the reference wire with a reference electrode attached to the patient for precise sEMG measurements. The reference lead is separate from the four color-coded stimulation-channel leads and should not be confused with a standard electrode cable. 

Reference lead wire vs. snap stimulation leads

VitalStim Plus Reference EMG Electrode — 13-8082

The VitalStim Plus Reference EMG Electrode is the patient-contact reference electrode used with the reference EMG lead wire during surface electromyography and biofeedback treatment.

The reference electrode and reference lead work together:

1. The reference electrode is placed according to the clinician’s trained protocol.

2. The electrode connects to the white reference EMG lead wire.

3. The lead wire connects to the VitalStim Plus REF port.

4. The system uses the reference connection to support accurate sEMG measurement.

This electrode is not the same as the treatment electrodes used to deliver VitalStim or VMS stimulation. Part 13-8082 specifically acts as the replacement electrode that connects to the patient and permits sEMG functionality. 

VitalStim Plus Hand Switch — 13-8085

The VitalStim Plus Hand Switch, also described in the manual as the operator remote switch, connects to the remote switch jack on the device. It gives the trained clinician direct manual control over stimulation during selected VitalStim or VMS treatment workflows.

After manual mode is activated, stimulation begins while the clinician holds the remote button and stops when the button is released. The operator can also hold the switch while adjusting the selected channel intensity. The manufacturer states that the remote switch should be used only under the supervision of a physician or certified VitalStim user.

VitalStim Plus Stand — 13-8088

The replacement VitalStim Plus Stand supports the device in an upright viewing position during a clinical session. It can be useful when the clinician needs to monitor the display, operate the touchscreen, or position the unit where both clinician and patient can see treatment feedback.

This part is intended specifically for use with the VitalStim Plus device.

VitalStim Plus Stylus — 13-8089

The VitalStim Plus Stylus is a direct replacement for the stylus supplied for navigating the device’s color display and treatment interface.

A dedicated stylus can help clinicians select treatment modes, enter information, adjust settings, and access patient-data or resource-library functions without relying on a finger for every screen selection. Part 13-8089 is identified by Chattanooga as the replacement stylus for the VitalStim Plus device. 

VitalStim Plus Rubber Sleeve — 13-8090

The VitalStim Plus Rubber Sleeve fits around the handheld device as a replacement for the original protective sleeve. Replace it when the existing sleeve becomes damaged, loose, torn, or difficult to clean.

The rubber sleeve is shaped specifically for the VitalStim Plus housing and should not be replaced with a generic handheld-device cover.

VitalStim Plus Battery Door — 13-8075

The VitalStim Plus Battery Door is the replacement cover for the device’s battery compartment. VitalStim Plus operates from four 1.5-volt AA batteries, and the operator manual instructs users to close the battery cover before turning on the unit.

Replace the battery door if the original cover is lost, cracked, no longer closes securely, or cannot reliably protect the battery compartment. Part 13-8075 is identified as the dedicated VitalStim Plus battery-door replacement. 

VitalStim Plus Accessory Comparison

Replacement Accessory or Complete VitalStim Plus System?

Purchase the complete VitalStim Plus system when you need the electrotherapy unit itself. Explore our broader NMES and EMS muscle-stimulator collection for other neuromuscular stimulation systems and accessories.

Compatibility and Ordering Guidance

These replacement parts are designed specifically for the VitalStim Plus Electrotherapy System. Do not assume that a standard TENS lead wire, generic snap cable, general-purpose electrode, or accessory from an older VitalStim model will be compatible.

The VitalStim Plus operator manual states that powered muscle stimulators should be used only with the leads and electrodes recommended by the manufacturer. It also specifically warns against using accessories or techniques that were not designed for the system or approved through VitalStim certification training.

Before ordering, confirm:

• The manufacturer number printed on the original component

• Whether you need a stimulation lead or the separate reference EMG lead

• Whether the electrode is a treatment electrode or an sEMG reference electrode

• That your device is the VitalStim Plus system

• Whether the selected accessory is already included with a new system

• The quantity and package configuration shown for the selected variant

For help confirming a part, contact Balego with the model number, accessory number, and a photograph of the connection when possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this product page include the VitalStim Plus device?

No. This page is for selectable VitalStim Plus accessories and replacement parts. The complete device is sold separately on the VitalStim Plus Electrotherapy System page.

What is the difference between the snap lead wires and the reference EMG lead wire?

The snap lead wires connect the stimulation channels to VitalStim treatment electrodes. The reference EMG lead wire connects the dedicated reference electrode to the REF input for sEMG biofeedback. They perform different functions and are not interchangeable.

Do I need the reference EMG electrode to use sEMG?

The operator manual instructs users to connect the reference wire with its electrode attached to the patient for precise sEMG measurements. The reference electrode and reference lead wire are separate components and should be ordered by their respective manufacturer numbers.

Can I use ordinary TENS lead wires with VitalStim Plus?

They should not be assumed to be compatible or appropriate. VitalStim Plus uses device-specific connections and accessories, and the manufacturer directs users to use approved leads and electrodes designed for the system.

What does the VitalStim Plus hand switch do?

The hand switch gives the trained clinician manual control over stimulation. In manual mode, holding the button begins stimulation, and releasing it stops stimulation.

Are VitalStim treatment electrodes included on this accessory page?

This page currently lists the snap lead wires and reference EMG electrode but does not list the standard adult or small VitalStim treatment electrode packages shown in the manufacturer’s broader accessory catalog. Confirm the exact selected variant before ordering. 

Are these accessories appropriate for home treatment?

VitalStim Plus is a prescription professional system intended for use by or under the order and supervision of a licensed healthcare professional. Accessories should be installed and used according to the operator manual, clinician training, and facility procedures.

Where can I learn more about sEMG and dysphagia rehabilitation?

Visit our EMG and muscle-biofeedback education center or review Balego’s guide to electrotherapy and NMES in long-term care rehabilitation.

Professional-Use Notice

VitalStim Plus is a prescription professional electrotherapy and sEMG biofeedback system. Replacement accessories do not change the system’s intended use, indications, contraindications, warnings, or training requirements.

Inspect cables, connections, electrodes, housing components, and controls before each treatment. Discontinue use of accessories that are damaged, contaminated, excessively worn, intermittent, or unable to connect securely. Follow the complete VitalStim Plus operator manual and applicable clinical protocols.