New Equipment In Physical Therapy For patients with limited, to no, feeling in their legs...
Cindy Garfield, Physical Therapist, is shown seated on the ERGYS 2 Rehabilitation System ergometer. A seat crank moves the seat forward and backward to set the proper leg extension. The leg restraints, which are secured around the thighs, center the knees and help to ensure the proper flexion and extension of the legs. The position of the legs is relayed to the ERGYS computer via sensors, which are mounted inside the ERGYS frame. The feet are secured in padded boots, helping to ensure that the power generated by the big leg muscles is transferred into a smooth pedaling motion. Computer generated stimulus pulses cause contractions of the quadriceps, hamstring, and gluteus muscles. The ERGYS computer stimulates the right muscle at the right time, resulting in the “power of your muscles” pedaling. Garfield said, “The ERGYS provides a way to keep muscles toned to prevent atrophy. Two patients from our community, one of which is Dr. David Hogle, use the system. We expect more neurologically impaired individuals to benefit from the technology as their physicians learn that it is now available.” Additional details about equipment and programs in the Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital Physical Therapy Department can be obtained by calling 775-748-2086
Cindy Garfield, Physical Therapist, is shown seated on the ERGYS 2 Rehabilitation System ergometer. A seat crank moves the seat forward and backward to set the proper leg extension. The leg restraints, which are secured around the thighs, center the knees and help to ensure the proper flexion and extension of the legs. The position of the legs is relayed to the ERGYS computer via sensors, which are mounted inside the ERGYS frame. The feet are secured in padded boots, helping to ensure that the power generated by the big leg muscles is transferred into a smooth pedaling motion. Computer generated stimulus pulses cause contractions of the quadriceps, hamstring, and gluteus muscles. The ERGYS computer stimulates the right muscle at the right time, resulting in the “power of your muscles” pedaling. Garfield said, “The ERGYS provides a way to keep muscles toned to prevent atrophy. Two patients from our community, one of which is Dr. David Hogle, use the system. We expect more neurologically impaired individuals to benefit from the technology as their physicians learn that it is now available.” Additional details about equipment and programs in the Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital Physical Therapy Department can be obtained by calling 775-748-2086
