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5 Preparation
Description
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Perform daily inspection as described in “daily inspection”.
Explain device and application to patient.
Explain and apply fall prevention as described in “fall
prevention”.
Guide patient onto treadmill.
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Do not enter the device when running belt is rotating.
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Do not step on rear roller.
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Do not stand on or enter the running deck when device is in
elevation (running belt might slip through due to gravity).
If possible, the patient should hold both handrails for stability
when entering the treadmill.
Holding handrails during use affects exercise results.
