Features of the EX N’ FLEX EF-100 Arm/
100W Arm/Wrist Exerciser
1. The arm has many more complex movements than the leg and for that reason it can initially be a little
more challenging for the caregiver to position the compromised individual to the machine. It is usually
necessary to work the machine into an optimum position for use by sometimes placing it either inside or
outside of the wheelchair wheels. Once you have the machine in position, either in front of or beside the
wheel chair and the User is comfortable you can commence operation of the machine. Follow operating
instructions on previous pages. The EF-100/100W provides a wide range of movement for the arm,
trunk and shoulder. We also suggest that all planes movements not be attempted on the same day.
This permits the body to adjust to the different directions of movement. When a user has good flexibility
all 3 planes can be used at any time. In long term care settings the machine is usually used in a single
plane per day to avoid having to rotate and change the height only once on a given day.
2. Sometimes a small pillow can be use behind the individual in order to achieve the optimum position.
3. The unique Arm Rest supports frequently painful, subluxated shoulders by supporting the arm
preventing sag from the shoulder.
4. The Rotation Release Knob allows the EF-100/100W machine to permit movement of the arm,
trunk and shoulder in three different planes, Horizontal, 45° and Vertical.
t is necessary to adjust the height of the machine by releasing the Height Adjustment
Knob and raising the Height Adjustment Bar The height may also be adjusted in the 45° mode if
required. These variables provide a wide range of movement for an individual with a compromised
arm.
In the Horizontal Plane an free arm may be placed over the secured arm,(Fig #4 Page 5). This
provides significant trunk movement. The circular rotating motion provides a shifting of weight from
one side to the other which is very helpful in establishing balance in recovering Stroke patients. This
can also be achieved if the User has the ability to grip both posts and allow the arms to rotate with the
posts either close to them or away from them.
5. The Arm Rest rotates either to the left or to the right .
6. The circular interface of the machine permits it to be used from any angle. The Top Unit section of
the machine may be placed at any angle to the wheelchair. The base may be placed either outside the
wheels of the wheelchair or one base pontoon in between the wheels. Experimentation is usually
required in order to find the best position and best results for each individual.
7. The machine may be placed to the side of the wheelchair and used from this position for 45° or
Vertical movement.
8. The machine may also be placed at the side for use in the Horizontal plane.. In this position
increased shoulder movement may be obtained.
9. The EF-100/100W is very mobile and easily moved from place to place. It is easily locked into
position with locking castor wheels.
10. Full Biofeedback features are available on this machine.
When using the In the
Vertical mode i
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