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4.0  Grip Review

i-digits™ quantum has 20 different grip options available and 12 customizable 

my grips™

 (not shown). All other i-digits™  

devices have 12 grip options available. The grips can be accessed and programmed through the software package called 

my i-limb™

 app. The available grips for your device are displayed on the quick grips page of the 

my i-limb™

 app. 

The range of grips available is dependent on your i-digits™ device configuration. The following features catalogue reviews 
the various available grips and provide a functional description of each. The range of grips are represented are as per a 5 
digit device.

PRECISION PINCH GRIP OPTIONS

TRIPOD GRIP OPTIONS

Standard Precision Pinch Opened 
middle, ring and little finger remain fully 
opened and switch off. Index finger and 
thumb provide grip.

Standard 3 Jaw Chuck (Tripod) Opened
ring and little finger remain fully opened 
and switch off. Thumb, index and middle 
fingers move to provide grip.

Thumb Precision Pinch Opened
middle, ring and little finger remain fully 
opened and switch off. Thumb automati-
cally moves to a partially closed position. 
Index finger will move to provide grip 
against a fixed thumb.

Thumb 3 Jaw Chuck (Tripod) Opened
ring and little finger remain fully opened 
and switch off. Thumb automatically 
moves to a partially closed position. In-
dex and middle fingers move to provide 
grip against a fixed thumb.

Standard Precision Pinch Closed
middle, ring and little finger automatical-
ly close and switch off. Index finger and 
thumb provide grip.

Standard 3 Jaw Chuck (Tripod) Closed
ring and little finger move to terminal 
close. Thumb, index and middle fingers 
move to provide grip.

Thumb Precision Pinch Closed
middle, ring and little finger automatical-
ly close and switch off. Thumb automati-
cally moves to a partially closed position. 
Index finger will move to provide grip 
against a fixed thumb.

Thumb 3 Jaw Chuck (Tripod) Closed
ring and little finger move to terminal 
close. Thumb automatically moves to a 
partially closed position. Index and mid-
dle fingers move to provide grip against 
a fixed thumb.

4.1  Grip Options

Summary of Contents for i-digits

Page 1: ...i digits User Manual...

Page 2: ...ary to ensure you have the latest copy of this document For further training information and videos demonstrating use of i digits devices in a variety of functional activities visit http training touc...

Page 3: ...8 2 3 Battery Charging 9 3 0 Covers 11 3 1 Cover Options 11 3 2 General Precautions 11 4 0 Grip Review 12 4 1 Grip Options 12 5 0 Support Information 14 5 1 Storage and Maintenance 14 5 2 Troubleshoo...

Page 4: ...o individuals with any 3 4 or 5 digit loss while patients or users with 1 or 2 digit loss are also indicated when the digits of loss are either the thumb or the main digits of opposition namely the in...

Page 5: ...ics Customer Support team to resolve the matter as quickly as possible To best protect the hand when carrying objects the weight should be distributed evenly across the digits as close to the knuckles...

Page 6: ...other grip icon Speed boost not available on i digits access is adjusted using a simple slider bar on the my i limb app This increased speed can provide benefits of a more responsive action more natur...

Page 7: ...0 Control and Batteries Fig 3 Prosthesis overview Motorized Digit Knuckle Wristband and batteries This illustration above depicts an i digits for users with sound thumb and 4 i digits Palmer view Dor...

Page 8: ...You may experience some minor redness on your residual hand but this should not last very long after you remove the device If the device is causing you discomfort or affecting you using your i digits...

Page 9: ...low on charge If the battery is low on charge the LED will illuminate RED The LED will remain illuminated until the battery is adequately charged Only use supplied Touch Bionics charger to charge batt...

Page 10: ...onics battery charger fig 7 supplied Place the batteries in the charger as illustrated Insert the charger lead from the mains charger into the charger base unit Insert the mains charger into the power...

Page 11: ...lation Covers will be provided for i digits device Digit covers will be ready to fit and are designed to cover each digit Touch Bionics approved digit covers must be used with each digit of the devic...

Page 12: ...ide grip Thumb Precision Pinch Opened middle ring and little finger remain fully opened and switch off Thumb automati cally moves to a partially closed position Index finger will move to provide grip...

Page 13: ...er defined position The user can choose to keep certain digits active and switch oth ers off Grasp fingers adopt a pre flexed position All fingers function in squeeze mode for rapid grasp and release...

Page 14: ...formation 5 1 Storage and Maintenance Always turn off your i digits device when not in use Aim to charge the battery each day after use Replace the batteries every 12 months Ensure your i digits is se...

Page 15: ...d contact One digit does not operate Check if the digit operates correctly using the Hand Health Check in my i limb app Device stops halfway during an action Contact your Prosthetist Prosthesis opens...

Page 16: ...ver Damaged covers must be replaced or repaired by a quali fied Touch Bionics technician or technical partner Only approved Touch Bionics accessories and tooling may be used with i digits Do not use a...

Page 17: ...be returned to customer service Please forward to Touch Bionics as per the contact information on the back page of this manual It is recommended that the above information is also included in the user...

Page 18: ...ronments listed below The user of i digits device should assure that it is not used in such environments Condition Level Maximum temperature 70 c Minimum temperature 40 c Hazardous Area Classification...

Page 19: ...nts and or batteries that should not be disposed of in regular waste at the end of its usable life To prevent possible harm to the environ ment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal users a...

Page 20: ...751 03 Uppsala Sweden Tel 46 1818 2200 Fax 46 1818 2218 info ossur com ssur Iberia S L U Calle Cal ndula 93 Miniparc III Edificio E Despacho M18 28109 El Soto de la Moraleja Alcobendas Madrid Espa a T...

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