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Summary of Contents for Shuttle Recovery

Page 1: ...Versatile Treatments For Diverse Patients OWNER S MANUAL SECTION 1 ASSEMBLY GUIDE MAINTENANCE Page 1 of 73 ...

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Page 3: ...Table of Contents Page 5 I INTRODUCTION WARRANTY Page 6 II ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Page 20 III MAINTENANCE Page 3 of 73 ...

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Page 5: ...roducts that each product be free from defects in workmanship and materials under normal and reasonable use and correct assembly if assembled by consumer purchaser as follows Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities or to a lack of maintenance 1 For a period of FIVE YEARS Bolted metal frames ...

Page 6: ...en Wrench 5 32 Allen Wrench Sample of Silicone Gel for lubricating Elasticords every 2 3 months You will need A friend to help with assembly 7 16 open end or box wrench 1 2 open end or box wrench Optional 7 16 and 1 2 Socket Page 6 of 73 Assembly of the Shuttle Recovery requires two people It is recommended that you begin assembly by opening both box 1 and 2 and familiarizing yourself with the inc...

Page 7: ...ts from the bolts and set aside 2 Locate Footend Bracket aluminum bracket with keyholes Set aside Foam Retainer Strip from inside the bracket for later use With bracket oriented with the serial number sticker facing away from the narrow end of the machine line bracket RH1 holes up with the two RH1 bolts on the frame panel Correct bracket placement will result in the bracket keyholes upright with t...

Page 8: ...embly sticker as shown below Replace nut Lightly tighten 3 Repeat with tube 4 and tube 5 if assembling a Recovery Senior 4 Repeat with tube 3 taking note that tube 3 includes a washer and nut 5 When finished tube 4 s Elasticord Lanyard Plate should be oriented with labels facing up toward the metal rails of your frame and resting against the stop protruding from the frame 6 Remove nuts and washers...

Page 9: ...ding holes on the side panel 3 Check to be sure the ends of the RH tubes are flush against the left and right side panels 4 Add the two 5 16 bolts through the top rail frame into the Footend Bracket lightly tighten nuts 5 Replace the nuts and washer washer to center tube only on the upward facing threaded rods 6 Rotate the entire frame assembly and place it on the floor with feet down 7 Tighten nu...

Page 10: ... and two washers and set aside 3 Place the rods in an X configuration between the holes provided on each side of the rail frame and align the rod ends using the stickers on the right side panel as your guide 4 Secure the rod ends closest to the head end of the machine using provided nuts and washers Secure rod ends closest to the foot end of the machine with nuts 5 The nuts attaching the angle bra...

Page 11: ... the 12 lb slot if assembling a Recovery Senior start with the yellow cord in the 5 lb slot teal cords in the 25 lb slots and grey cord in the 12 lb slot 3 Starting with 4 cords at a time thread one barbell through the looped ends of the nylon webbing so the 4 nylon loops rest between the black barbell heads Repeat with any remaining cords number of cords varies depending on machine model and seco...

Page 12: ...nding hole in the Footend Bracket and secure at the bottom of the key hole 6 Repeat with remaining Elasticords Step 7 Attach the Kickplate Frame Box 2 1 Locate the two Aluminum Kickplate Support Bars 2 On both sides of the frame remove the two outermost 5 16 bolts from the external bracket Page 12 of 73 ...

Page 13: ...ort plate assembly 5 Insert the two 5 16 bolts and add the 5 16 nuts 6 Tighten all the nuts and bolts 7 Repeat the process with the Kickplate Support on the opposite side Step 8 Add the Kickplate Box 2 1 Remove plastic caps from nuts on back side of kickplate Remove nuts 2 Place the kickplate into the four holes on the kickplate bars 3 Add the nuts and tighten 4 Replace the plastic caps Page 13 of...

Page 14: ...7 Tuck the Foam Retainer Strip inside of the Footend Bracket above the Elasticords to keep them in place Page 14 of 73 ...

Page 15: ... rails and the white wheels slide under the rails 3 Standing at the head end of the machine opposite the kickplate detach the ROM rope from the velcro on the carriage and attach to the Velcro on the support tube directly in front of you 4 Working from either side of the head end locate one eye bolt attached to the ROM rope and remove the aluminum knurled knob and star washer Thread eye bolt throug...

Page 16: ...rs and aluminum knobs in the holes marked for eye bolts about midway in the rail frame 8 When complete the Rebound Rope Donut Ring white cord loop encircling the ROM ropes should be forward toward footend of the eye bolts and behind the attachment points on the carriage The ropes should not cross but go from the carriage attachment point through the donut ring then to the eye bolt on the same side...

Page 17: ...ward kickplate 9 Replace the two rubber stops at the head end of the rail frame Step 10 Headrest Box 2 1 Add the headrest to the Velcro backrest cover either with the curved shoulder supports forward which will give the head a slight upward support or rearward which will allow the head to be lower Page 17 of 73 ...

Page 18: ...ON INSTRUCTIONS FOR RECOVERY PERFORMANCE AND SENIOR Step 1 Attach Towers to frame 1 Mount tower on frame using included hardware 2 Turn bolt to drive through mounting bracket if it does not go through easily Page 18 of 73 ...

Page 19: ...Step 2 Attach Ropes to Towers Page 19 of 73 ...

Page 20: ...e upper extremities and trunk can be performed 2 Foot Stirrups The foot stirrup slips under the arch of the foot and around the ankle where it is cinched in place with Velcro 3 Rope Adjustments The ropes can be adjusted at three points a Eye Bolts Moving the pulleys up or down along the multiple eye bolt locations allows for various PNF angles to be achieved b Coarse Feed rope through the 3 hole r...

Page 21: ...nd of the stroke If a hard stop should occur it is possible that the ROM ropes are crossed eliminating the donut ring s softening effect Also try adjusting the ROM strap at the head end of the machine to modify the resting position of the carriage 4 When you are satisfied with the assembly of your Shuttle add black plastic nut covers as trim to the exposed nuts on the outside of the machine Page 2...

Page 22: ... sure that Elasticords are disengaged after each use To properly disengage cords remove cord from slot and let cord gently retract into the machine If your Elasticords feel like they are no longer providing enough resistance replace them Part 5011 SILICONE GEL 5 3 oz tube Part 5107A ELASTICORDS 7 25 TEAL 1 12 5 SILVER Set of 8 Part 5107 ELASTICORD 25 TEAL TETHER Each Part 5207 ELASTICORD 12 5 SILV...

Page 23: ...1 Use rag and spray cleaner to remove any dust and debris WD 40 will cut most dust dirt that can build up on the rails Check all wheels for wobble and lubricate bearings 1 If wheels are loose tighten with wrench and allen wrench to snug then back off turn 2 Lubricate each wheel bearing with one drop of Tri Flow Carriage Maintenance 1 Push the carriage back and forth a few times to check that it st...

Page 24: ...he handle replace with the following parts Part 5304 RECOVERY LATERAL HANDLE HANDLE ONLY with KNOB STEM Each Check Towers for wobble if applicable For details regarding the PNF Pulley System refer to pg 18 1 Tighten all mounting bolts at end of frame and bolts at base of towers 2 Each tower should have two pulleys one rope handle and foot basket 3 Secure ropes to carriage Page 24 of 73 ...

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Page 26: ...Versatile Treatments For Diverse Patients OWNER S MANUAL SECTION 2 HOW TO USE THE SHUTTLE RECOVERY Page 26 of 73 ...

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Page 28: ...Table of Contents Page 28 I UNDERSTANDING THE SHUTTLE RECOVERY Page 33 II ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES Page 42 III GENERAL APPLICATIONS Page 47 IV TREATMENT PROGRESSIONS Page 28 of 73 ...

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Page 30: ...ecommended physical techniques which when employed on a correctly adjusted Shuttle create a safe exercising environment A correctly adjusted Shuttle will provide a challenging workout which you can customize to help achieve your conditioning goals Shuttle Recovery Introduction Parker reviews the basics of the machine including positioning on the carriage attaching elasticords range of motion contr...

Page 31: ...ticords To decrease resistance detach Elasticords and gently let them retract into the carriage Elasticord Resistance Each Elasticord provides 6 25 lbs of starting resistance depending on cord type Resistance increases as Elasticords stretch As skill and strength improve more Elasticords may be added When all Elasticords are attached they will provide up to 300 lbs of resistance at full extension ...

Page 32: ... nuts 2 Using a Wrench remove kickplate from frame 3 Rotate Kickplate 180 to the low position PLEASE NOTE When using the Shuttle Recovery in this position one must watch foot position 4 Place studs into frame and replace nuts removed in step 1 Headrest The headrest is easily adjustable depending on patient size desired exercise type Page 32 of 73 ...

Page 33: ...sen After moving the handles to the desired location and angle lock the knobs by rotating clockwise When the carriage is in the resting position and handles are oriented in a downward position as below they double as ROM control for ease in mounting the machine Range of Motion Control Page 33 of 73 ...

Page 34: ...and comfort Footrest The footrest is located at the end of the carriage It provides a surface to rest an uninvolved foot and prevents the body from sliding on the carriage during plyometrics Most importantly the footrest promotes a pelvic tilt position for developing abdominals and stabilizing the spine during unilateral activities Page 34 of 73 ...

Page 35: ... helps the therapist to lie down and position the patient before attaching the headrest and Elasticords The wedge accessory adds the ability to allow patients to work in a comfortable heads up position Place the black backrest wedge in place with the Velcro hook strips facing down This will provide a soft support for those requiring the additional support while affording an attachment for the head...

Page 36: ...om the carriage when egressing the Shuttle INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 Place the foot supports against the kickplate to desired foot placement height 2 Attach horizontal Velcro straps to the outside edge of the kickplate 3 Bring the two vertical straps over the top edge of the kickplate and secure on the bottom edge of the kickplate HOW TO ADJUST 1 Place one or both feet into foot supports with he...

Page 37: ... positions including supine sitting and standing Activities for strengthening stabilization increasing range of motion and PNF patterns for the upper and lower extremities can be performed The clinician can determine the appropriate angle of resistance as dictated by the injury the angle desired can be adjusted by connecting the pulleys to different eye bolts on the towers Page 37 of 73 ...

Page 38: ...strengthening exercises Sanitize the rubber cover with spray cleaner or rubbing alcohol INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 Place the holder on its face and insert the proprioception disk 2 Place the proprioception disk in desired location on the kickplate with cover facing out 3 Wrap the strap over the top of the kickplate and attach to the Velcro 4 Pass the lower strap under the kickplate and attach to ...

Page 39: ...he bracket hole and stud located on the back side of the Wobble Board 3 Wobble Board can be rotated 90 to change desired angle of tilt Treatment Progression Focus on stabilization of the wobble board utilizing ankle knee or pelvic floor Lower Body Isolation Belt 5102 Attaches to the user to isolate the lower extremities from any vertical axial load during plyometrics and closed chain loading To at...

Page 40: ...4 padded attachment for use at the foot or head end of the carriage providing a 2 foot x 6 foot treatment table capability Useful in small but compact office applications or facilities or where an additional treatment table is useful Page 40 of 73 ...

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Page 42: ... advantage increases FUNCTIONAL CLOSED CHAIN The Shuttle Recovery has become an integral part of closed chain therapy Closed chain motion occurs when both the proximal and distal bone segments are fixed and there is movement on both sides of the joint being evaluated For example when performing a squat on the Shuttle Recovery the feet remain in contact with the kickplate as the patient extends and...

Page 43: ...and the concentric contraction extending leg while under tension within the stretch shortening cycle of the particular muscle In conjunction with the strength of the muscle the power output of the concentric contraction is increased Power being Distance x Force Time The Shuttle Recovery is the ideal tool for sports specific plyometric training The horizontal positioning and body weight support all...

Page 44: ...he plyometric section within the context of the overall workout Warm up is essential and the plyometric component should not be placed near the conclusion of the overall training session as muscles may already be nearing fatigue THE PROCESS Warm up well using a closed chain workout on the Shuttle Recovery or a bike followed by low level plyometric drills and stretching You are now ready to commenc...

Page 45: ...d directional rebound but without the degree of harmful pounding to the joints and back experienced in conventional weight bearing ballistic exercises You will find the Shuttle Recovery extremely adaptable to your various needs INTERVAL AEROBIC CONDITIONING Interval aerobic conditioning involves a large muscle mass which sustains low to moderate work output over a minimum period of 3 5 minutes Res...

Page 46: ... the interval with very short recoveries and may even choose constant exercise for thirty minutes A basketball player may choose a three to five minute interval made up of a series of anaerobic plyometric bursts with very short low level active recoveries The concept of specificity dictates that you should stress the cardiovascular system in the way that it is used in your sport Constant same pace...

Page 47: ...age 2 Add or subtract elasticord resistance with patient on the carriage 3 Apply proper pelvic stabilization and lordotic curve for all exercises 4 Foot Position will determine angle of flexion in relation to the kickplate 5 If the patient is not able to hold their feet against the kickplate use the Foot Support accessory 6 Addition of the PNF Pulley System 7 Addition of the Wobble Board or Propri...

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Page 49: ...e until the balls of the feet are parallel shoulder width apart and the heels are hanging unsupported beneath the bottom edge of the kickplate Ankles are neutral and relaxed with the weight equally supported by both feet 3 Gently push the heels toward the foot end of the machine until a stretch is felt 4 Hold for 5 10 seconds and return to the neutral starting position 5 Perform 5 sets and rest fo...

Page 50: ...ts just above the knee on the lower thigh The bent knee should be pointed outward as much as possible and the hip externally rotated The tibia is perpendicular to the femur 4 Keep the hips square and the back flat to maintain a lordotic curve 5 Gradually bend the extended leg until a stretch is felt 6 Hold for 5 10 seconds and return to the starting position Repeat 5 times 7 Gradually increase res...

Page 51: ...ward the bottom edge of the kickplate This leg will be stretched 6 The feet should be shoulder width apart and approximately one shoe length between the heel of the upper foot and the toes of the bottom foot 7 Bending both knees slowly return toward the kickplate until a stretch is felt in the soleus of the lower leg The gastrocnemius should be in a relaxed condition 8 Hold for 30 40 seconds and r...

Page 52: ...and or by positioning the body on the carriage closer to the kickplate When one side is significantly weaker than the other the stronger leg may compensate until the weaker side improves Variation Progress on to unilateral squats 1 Place each foot on the outside edge of the kickplate Externally rotating from the hips and tucking the buttox under turn the feet outward The entire foot should remain ...

Page 53: ...m edge of the kickplate Ankles are neutral and relaxed with the weight equally supported by both feet 3 Raise up on the toes of both feet 4 Lower heels to starting position 5 Complete 3 sets of 10 reps with a 30 second rest in between each set 6 Gradually increase resistance repetitions and sets as skill improves Variation Increase the shifting of weight from one side to the other until using just...

Page 54: ...r Rotation of the foot clockwise or counter clockwise will involve different muscle groups 3 Press with the upper foot keeping it securely on the kickplate 4 This exercise may be accomplished without leaving the kickplate 5 Gradually increase resistance repetitions and sets as skill improves VASTUS MEDIALIS VMO Page 54 of 73 ...

Page 55: ...ps square and the back flat to maintain a lordotic curve 3 Place the other foot on the kickplate in the upper corner such that the foot is internally rotated This requires the leg to be almost crossed at the knees and the internally rotated foot to be above and outboard of the knee of the uninvolved leg 4 Gradually increase resistance repetitions and sets as skill improves FORWARD BILATERAL HIP EX...

Page 56: ...itions and sets as skill improves FORWARD STANDING BILATERAL HIP EXTENSION 1 Set resistance as injury and condition dictate The fewer bands the more difficult this exercise is to do 2 While standing on the carriage lean forward and position yourself on the top edge of the kickplate 3 Bend at the waist maintain flat back propel the carriage slowly towards the head end of the rail frame 4 Now using ...

Page 57: ...d lower back 1 Kneel on carriage with hands below shoulders and one knee resting on the carriage 2 With hips parallel to backrest Place the other leg on kickplate in line with the body and fully extend Variation Add Proprioceptive Disk to aid in balance core strengthening and pelvic stabilization Refer to Section IV Accessories for further information Page 57 of 73 ...

Page 58: ... place both feet on the kickplate one at a time 6 Begin performing bilateral squats while maintaining balance on the ball PELVIC LIFT AND THRUST 1 While on your back place one foot on the footrest and the other on the kickplate 2 Press down on handles with arms lift pelvis and extend leg Variation Add second leg while maintaining pelvic stability Variation II Add Wobble Board or Proprioceptive Dis...

Page 59: ...3 Press off of the kickplate with both hands Variation Shoulder Stabilization An excellent closed chain proprioception exercise is done by placing a 5 to 6 ball between the hand and the kickplate 1 Sit on carriage facing the kickplate with feet off the floor 2 Place both hands on a proprioceptive disk or ball and maintain shoulder and wrist stability through the press Variation II Unilateral Press...

Page 60: ...ate near the carriage 3 Sit on carriage facing the kickplate with feet off the floor 4 Place hands in line with shoulders 5 Press with both hands 6 Alternate between protracting and retracting shoulder blades against resistance Variation Unilateral Press Page 60 of 73 ...

Page 61: ...ll 1 Set resistance as injury and condition dictate 2 Place one foot on kickplate 3 Grasp PNF handle with opposite arm Adjust PNF rope length to appropriate extension 4 Press off kickplate with foot and pull with opposite arm towards body Variation 1 Jump off the kickplate with the right foot and pull down with the left arm 2 Alternate by jumping with the left foot and pull with the right arm 3 Ke...

Page 62: ...To control the stretch bend the uninvolved leg moving carriage toward the kickplate beginning the stretch 8 Keep the hips square and the back flat to maintain a lordotic curve 9 Hold for 10 15 seconds and release Repeat 5 times on each leg Variation Control the stretch by gently pulling down on the handle that is attached to the stirrup Contract Relax Technique Push by contraction the antagonist m...

Page 63: ...irrup to other foot 3 Extend leg towards ceiling with knee locked but not hyperextended 4 Rotate leg out around and back to starting position Variation Place both feet into the stirrups Set resistance Rotate both legs externally then up back together then down UPPER BODY PNF PROTOCOLS Page 63 of 73 ...

Page 64: ...ate 2 Sit on carriage facing the kickplate with feet off the floor 3 Outstretched to the sides bring the arms straight forward then bring arms slowly to the chest 4 Reverse the pattern Variation Face the head end of the machine ROWING EXERCISES Page 64 of 73 ...

Page 65: ...cing the head end of the machine keeping feet off the floor 3 Adjust the pulleys on the towers to provide the proper angle 4 Grasp handles with palms facing down 5 Pull towards chest maintain proper form Variation Attach the two cords together using the carabiner as a connector thereby bringing the load to a single point This exercise will require a scapular retraction Page 65 of 73 ...

Page 66: ... carriage facing the head end of the machine keeping feet off the floor 3 Adjust the pulleys on the towers to provide the proper angle 4 Grasp handles with palms facing down 5 Pull hands down to sides Variation Have patient sit on proprioception disk This provides a pulsating force on the spine Page 66 of 73 ...

Page 67: ... HIP FLEXION Primary muscles psoas major iliacus and the secondary muscles are the rectus femoris sartorius pectineus tensor fascia lata adductor longus and brevis HIP ADDUCTION AND ABDUCTION Primary muscles gluteus medius and the secondary muscles are the tensor fascia lata gluteus medius and maximus STANDING SHOULDER EXERCISES A series of shoulder exercises may be accomplished using the upper ex...

Page 68: ...he foot of the stroke should be absorbed by the active leg s and not by the rebound system This is accomplished through controlled contact with the kickplate as the patient returns to the bottom of the stroke Normal muscle recruitment time is about 120 milliseconds This can be decreased to about 85 milliseconds as a result of plyometric training CAUTION If you do too much it can lead to muscle inj...

Page 69: ...pward extending fully at the hips and straightening the legs Keep the back flat and head in a relaxed position on the headrest 6 Upon return to the kickplate bend the knees slightly so that they are not straight when the feet make contact with the kickplate 7 Immediately jump off the kickplate without further bending the knees 8 Perform 6 to 8 jumps of maximal effort rest 45 seconds and repeat for...

Page 70: ...o take so much time to slow itself down IMPROVING SPEED The combination of alternating feet and decreasing foot contact time on the kickplate while equally involving the hips knees and ankles in a kinetic chain can be important factors in improving speed 1 Set resistance as injury and condition dictate Approximately 2 to 5 Elasticords 2 Perform high speed running drills on the kickplate gradually ...

Page 71: ...tance as injury and condition dictate 2 Place feet parallel on the kickplate shoulder width apart 3 Extend the legs keeping the knees soft but not stiff or locked 4 Push off the kickplate with the toes using the foot and ankle 5 When the feet return to the kickplate the feet should be flat Page 71 of 73 ...

Page 72: ...ilateral jump training with random eccentric loading helps train the patient to handle emergency conditions 1 Mark with tape or chalk five or six locations on the kickplate a Take a look at the Color Kickplate Part 5450 2 Jump away from the kickplate and select a landing target as you descend toward the kickplate Land on one leg each time reversing the resting leg up toward the chest 3 Select a di...

Page 73: ... width apart Turn both feet to the left 3 Put more weight on the left foot than the right jump and rotate the feet to the right Keep the knees in alignment with the feet 4 Upon impact with the kickplate jump off putting more weight on the right foot more than the left Variation While laying supine with legs in a flexed position on the kickplate have an assistant push the carriage or handles toward...

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