Exercise Machines KIN 436B Spring 2008

Easy Stand – Height Adjustment Depress buttons to adjust Adjust machine to accommodate client Slide bar so pin falls back into slot

Easy Stand - Transfer Pull chair up to machine Secure chair Transfer client into machine Provide assistance as necessary

Easy Stand – Client Positioning Place feet in slot with heel pushed back Ensure knees are firmly resting on pad and secure strap Use lap restraint If restraint doesn’t fit at first, wait until partially lifted and reapply

Easy Stand – Lifting/Standing Move lever to lift client Check client to ensure no pain, dizziness, or lightheadedness Have client change hand positions to support trunk

Easy Stand - Program Have client stand for a few minutes Progression: Have client shift weight from side to side Have client use arm devices Modify duration, frequency, intensity Duration – i.e. 2 min. moving, 1 minute rest Frequency – 2x/week instead of 1 Intensity – modify hydraulic resistance

Easy Stand – Resistance Application Pull top pin Reattach pin to slot located on other bar Secure pin in place

Easy Stand – Modifying Resistance Secure pin and rotate knob to adjust difficulty setting Lower numbers equal less resistance

Easy Stand The End

Trampoline KIN 436B Spring 2008

Trampoline – Lower Extremity Used for leg training Jumping Ankle strengthening exercises Safety Use gait belt Have client hold onto bar Have additional trainer assist

Trampoline – Upper Extremity Loosen knobs to lift at an angle Throw ball or other object at mat Uses: Strengthening Coordination

Trampoline - Progression For LE exercises: Use one leg Apply visual impairment Do UE exercises simultaneously For UE exercises: Stand on one leg Switch to compliant surface Throw multiple objects ** use gait belt for added stability

Vigor Gym KIN 436B Spring 2008

Vigor Gym – Set Up Lift bar and pull out of notch Adjust to desired angle Replace bar in notch ** Note: Each notch is 5% of client’s body weight

Vigor Gym - Squat Have client lay on mat Position client so knees are about 90 degrees for greater ROM Place knees shoulder width apart Extend legs but do not lock knees Repeat

Vigor Gym – Progression Have client lift with one leg Increase reps/sets Increase incline

Vigor Gym – Lat Pulldown Position Client higher on mat Grab handles Pull handles down toward hips Repeat

Vigor Gym - Variations Chest press Seated rows Cable Crossovers Calf Raises

Vigor Gym THE END