Users manual for Innowalk Pro 2
Version: 1.06
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Version date: 06.12.2023
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Contraindications and precautions for use, with Innowalk Pro with arm handles
Contraindications
for use of the Innowalk Pro with arm handles:
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Bone fractures in lower and upper limbs and/or torso (legs, pelvis, spine, shoulder, arms or
hands)
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Open skin lesions in areas of the body in contact with parts of the Innowalk
Precautions
for use of the Innowalk Pro with arm handles:
No adverse events and negative side effects caused by the movement in the Innowalk Pro were
reported in any studies. There have been studies where patients did not complete the intervention
period (due to illness, surgery, or pain), but none of the dropout reasons were related to the
movement in the Innowalk Pro
Risk analysis shows that users with one or more of the following conditions should consult their
clinician or therapist before starting to use the Innowalk Pro to evaluate if benefits of use outweigh
possible risks of injury or negative side effects:
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Major deformities (spine, lower and upper limbs)
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Severe or fixed
contractures in the lower
and upper limbs (Lower limbs: Hip and knee
flexion contractures >40°
, pes equinus > 25°
. Upper limbs:
not able to reach, grasp and
hold on to the handles in the most remote position
)
•
Osteoporosis with previous or suspected spontaneous fractures of the lower extremities
•
Joint instability in the lower and upper limbs (hips, knees, ankles, shoulder, elbow or wrist)
•
Circulatory disorders
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Respiratory disorders
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Cardiac disorders
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Epilepsy with uncontrollable grand mal seizures
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Severe spasticity interfering with positioning and movement in the Innowalk
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Pain while in standing weight-bearing position or when moving lower and upper limbs
•
Abnormal motion patterns of upper extremities or trunk with passive motion of the legs (i. e.
dyskinetic, spastic or ataxic)
Important:
While using the Innowalk, the user must always be observed by a trained,
responsible adult (operator). The Innowalk should not be used if the user does not accept the
Innowalk, or experiences pain/discomfort during use. If in any doubt, the use of the device
should be stopped, and the clinician responsible should be consulted to evaluate the
patient’s further use of the Innowalk.