Neurogymtech SIT-TO-STAND TRAINER, Руководство по эксплуатации продукта

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Positioning the Kneepad
Ensure all four wheel brakes on the Sit-to-Stand Trainer are locked.
Ensure client wheelchair brakes are locked.
Client is typically positioned such that knees are in contact with the knee support pad.
Position knee support pad such that pad is at or slightly below knee joint and client can still
reach handlebar when leaning forward. The knee support pad height and distance from the
weight stack are both adjustable by using the Positioning Pin Assembly and moving the pad
up/down or in/out to the desired location. The Positioning Pin will snap into the pre-drilled
holes, locking the position.
Positioning the Handlebar
Position handlebar such that when grasped by client, client’s arms angle slightly upwards (not
parallel to floor), enabling client to engage their arms and their core with each standing attempt.
If shoulder range of motion or flexor tone limits the client’s ability to grasp the handlebar, slight
assistance can be provided by pulling on the side of the sling to assist with the standing effort.
Adjusting the Bungee Mobility Trainer Seat Height
Selection of seat height is dependent upon how much support is required by the client. Consult
a physiotherapist for the optimum body weight support, however, if the client can support his/
her weight comfortably, minimal body weight support is a good rule of thumb.
To adjust the seat height, the client must be standing. Use the Positioning Pin Assembly on the
Bungee Slider Assembly to make the adjustment. (See Using the Positioning Pin Assemblies).
When the Bungee Slider Assembly is moved down, the seat moves up, providing more support.
When the slide assembly is moved up, the seat moves down, such that that client will be
supporting more of their weight.
See “Extreme Height Adjustment Post” section if the client requires large seat height adjustments.
Selecting and Engaging the Counterweight
Ask the client to sit back in their chair and begin by positioning the Weight Selection
Pin at 40 pounds, a good intermediate counter weight to start with. This counterweight may
need to be adjusted up or down depending upon the ease of standing and the clinical goals.
Increasing the counterweight will aid in the standing motion and likewise decreasing the
counterweight will require more active standing effort from the client.
Grasp the free end of rope and raise the counterweight by leaning backwards, maintaining a
straight torso and using lower extremities and body weight to assist with the pull.
Pull in small increments rather than one long pull to raise counterweight.
Ensure pulling motion is parallel to the rope that connects the client. This is best accomplished
by pulling from behind either the left or right shoulder of the client.
See
Figure 4 for an illustration of the above instructions.