Proposal for Physical Therapy Equipment Alexis Williams

 Gives clients more options for rehab  Helps promote speedy recovery  New technologies increase strength and reduce pain  Machines necessary for full rehabilitation Why do we need new equipment?

 Measures upper body strength  Aids in shoulder rehab  Helps muscle endurance of shoulders  Seat can be removed for wheelchair accessibility  Easy to use, essentially a bicycle for the upper body Upper Body Ergometer

Cost: $2,199 Fitness Superstore Found at: p/magub300.htm?gclid=CL3_wL7_h70CFYuXOgod-nMAdw Upper Body Ergometer

Treadmill  Adjustable cardio for elderly/injured clients  Useful for clients young and old  Strengthening programs for lower body  Promotes range of motion in clients

 Cost: $ at Sears  Found at: P?sid=IDx x000001&kpid= &kispla= P Treadmill

 Simply place pads on client and turn machine on  Important for reeducation of muscles  Promotes muscle growth  Prevents muscle atrophy Electronic Muscle Stimulator

 Cost: $59.99 at LGMedSupply  Found at: 70CFS1p7Aodcm8AyQ Electronic Muscle Stimulator

 Software helps create exercises for clients  Includes print-outs of exercises for “graduating” clients  Simple interface, easy to learn software  Has over 3600 exercises! Exercise Pro – Version 6

 Cost: $499  Found at: Exercise Pro – Version 6

 Decreases inflammation and swelling  Promote increased range of motion  Helpful for ankle and knee injuries  Use hot and cold water depending on type of injury Whirlpool

Cost: $4, Wisdom King Found at: sports-whirlpool-7 Whirlpool

 $2,199 (Ergometer)  $ (Treadmill)  $59.99 (Stimulator)  $ (Exercise Pro software)  $4, (Whirlpool) Total Cost: $7, Total Cost of Proposed Equipment

 Lower body injuries occur very often, whether it be athletes or the elderly  Having up-to-date equipment that is lower body specific is imperative to successful clients  Making sure some upper body equipment is available is also significant and the ergometer fulfills this need  The expenses put out will last years and years and create a technology-forward reputation among clients and physicians Conclusion