TX® Traction
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OPERATION
OPERATING CONTROLS HOME SCREEN CONTINUED
(5) Progressive
There are two buttons to use in the Progressive section. The first button
allows you to choose from Static or Intermittent Traction Mode to
use during the Progressive phase of the traction therapy session. The
second button allows you to enter the step number (1-9) desired in the
Progressive phase of the traction therapy session.
NOTE:
The third box in the Progressive section is an inactive button that
displays the approximate amount of time (in minutes) selected
for the progressive phase of the traction program.
(6) TX (Traction)
There are two buttons to use under the TX section. The first button
allows you to choose from Static, Intermittent, or Cyclic Traction Mode to
use during the traction phase of the traction therapy session. The second
button allows you to enter the amount of time in minutes (1-99) desired
for the traction phase of the traction therapy session.
NOTE:
The TX Time can be changed during treatment. Press the TX
Time button and use the Up or Down Arrow button to change
the time in one minute increments. Press the Return Arrow to
accept changes.
(7) Regressive
There are two buttons to use under the Regressive section. The first
button allows you to choose from Static or Intermittent Traction Mode
to use during the Regressive phase of the traction therapy session. The
second button allows you to enter the step number (1-9) desired in the
Regressive phase of the traction therapy session.
NOTE:
The third box in the Regressive section is an inactive button that
displays the approximate amount of time (in minutes) selected
for the regressive phase of the traction program.
(8) Rope Release
Releases the Traction Cord in order to pull out of the unit freely for setup.
To release the cord, either pull on the Traction Cord and it will slowly
feed out, or hold the Rope Release button down and pull the Traction
Cord out.
NOTE:
If there is more than 5 lbs (2kg or 19N) of tension, the Rope
Release button is disabled.
(9) Rest Time
Displays the amount of rest time (0-99 seconds) entered during setup.
To enter the rest time, press the Rest Time button, then enter the desired
rest time using the number keypad. Press the Return Arrow button to
accept.
NOTE:
The Rest Time can be changed during the traction therapy
session by pressing the Rest Time button, then use the Up or
Down Arrow buttons to make any changes. Press the Return
Arrow button to accept.
• In the event of a loss of power to the unit or when quick release
is needed, traction tension should only be released by having the
patient move towards the traction head to release the tension on the
rope. Once the tension on the rope has been released, loosen the
patient harness adjustment straps.
