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Rehabilitation

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The Biodex Balance and Mobility Program has proven invaluable in generating referrals from local

hospital discharge planners and doctors, as well as rehabilitation of our chronic residents.

1-800-224-6339Int’l 631-924-9000

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Biodex Balance System SD • BioStep 2 • Gait Trainer 3 • Unweighing System • FreeStep

Orthopedic PatientsOrthopedic patients, specifically hip and kneearthroplasty, and fractures resulting from falls...

• The BiodexBalanceSystem SD™helps improvebalance,coordinationand muscle tonewhile providingfall riskscreening andconditioning.

• The BiodexGait Trainerencourages patients to reestablish the steplength and speed necessary for step symmetry.Parallel bars and ordinary treadmills don’ttrain proper gait. Both the Biodex Gait Trainerand Balance System SD include visual andauditory cues that have shown to improveoutcomes. Documented reports prove them.

• The Biodex BioStep Semi-RecumbentElliptical Cross-Trainer encouragesneuromuscular effort and endurance. This hasoften deteriorated due to the pain ofosteoarthritis that preceded the surgery, andcan persist through the post-op rehab period,impairing recovery of strength critical to safegait. The BioStep Semi-Recumbent Ellipticalis used to begin strengthening the patient in aprogressive functional manner.

• Biodex Evidence-Based Clinical Protocolsfor orthopedic patients have been developedby leading orthopedic surgeons and physicaltherapists. They are based on known scienceand best practice.

Neurologic PatientsEarly restoration of strength, gait and balance arecritical for achieving positive long-termoutcomes. Proper progressions are actualizedthrough consistent re-evaluation and re-assessment of the short-term goals necessary toachieve the desired long-term functionaloutcomes. This patient population consists ofpersons who are unable to stand or walk properly,and are at risk for developing compensating gaitsthat place them at risk of a fall.

• The Balance System and Gait Trainer helptherapists encourage improved weight-shifting, stance and stride with the affectedlimb, without which patients are at increasedrisk of falls – and both real-time biofeedbackand printed reports help reinforce neededpatient effort.

• The Unweighing System gives strokepatients the confidence that they can followtherapist directives without fear of falling,without using additional therapists to supportand stabilize the patient.

• The BioStep encourages gradualstrengthening of affected upper and lowerextremities, as unaffected extremities canpropel the BioStep until affected limbs re-acquire functionality.

• The FreeStep SAS (Supported AmbulationSystem) bolsters patient confidence byenhancing safety for both patient andtherapist, throughout the rehabilitation area.

Parkinson’s PatientsThis group is at risk of falls due to typical“freezing” and alteredgait - whetherpatients dischargedfrom a hospital as aresult of fall injuries,or those who aresimply unsteady, butfor whom a fall isinevitable.

• BioStep can help Parkinson’s patients breakthe muscle “freezing” that characterizes thedisease.

• For patients deemed a fall risk on the GaitTrainer or over ground, the UnweighingSystem has proven useful.

• The Biodex Evidence-Based Clinical Protocol for neurology patients is consistent with“Management of Adult Stroke RehabilitationCare”American Stroke Association.

PROVE NEED, PROGRESS AND OUTCOME

SeniorRehabilitation

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Progress Reports graphs overall stability scores foreach test date. Recall patients from the database torepeat tests or rehab sessions. Prior foot position isdisplayed for standardization. These scores can becompared to provided normative data.

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Cardiovascular Patients• The BioStep incorporates both the upper and

lower extremities into the cycling motion;patients experience less local muscle fatigue. Thisallows similar heart rates to be achieved at lower

rates of perceivedexertion when comparedto traditional exerciseergometers. Bloodpressures can be checkedwhile the patientcontinues to exercise by

simply releasing one arm while the other threeextremities comfortably continue to perform theexercise. Patients who may experience legclaudication during exercise can easily reduceeffort in the involved leg, while keeping heartrate elevated, by transferring workload to thenon-involved extremities.

• The treadmill features of the Gait Trainer,including heart rate and MET levelmonitoring, simplify the cardiovascularexercise prescription as dictated by thephysician. The combination of the BioStep andthe Gait Trainer provide a great foundation foryour cardiovascular conditioning program.

Senior Falls

Just about everyexecutive in thesenior residentialfacilities businessis aware that fallsare growing at analmost epidemicrate, the Centersfor DiseaseControl (CDC)Falls Statisticspoint this out:• 75% of SkilledNursing Facilityresidents fall annually

• 28% of those over 65 that break a hip aredeceased within a year

• Less often cited: ~24% of falls result frommuscle weakness or walking/gait problems.

“Reducing the incidence and consequences

of falls is, therefore, a key responsibility of

administrators in residential, assisted and

skilled settings.” Reference: CNA Insurance

And so, the insurer recommends that its clients:• Perform an initial fall risk assessment

immediately upon admission.

• Consistently utilize and revise (as needed) a fall prevention care / service plan for each resident at risk for falls.

• Document efforts to monitor and decreasefalls for residents who have multiple falls.

More Than Balance: Marketing, Recruitment &RetentionBiodex presents a Fall Risk Screening andConditioning Program with state-of-the artdevices – a marketing tool facilities can promoteto doctors, discharge planners and families.Showing that you are proactively addressing theissue of falls with the latest fall screening andbalance training technology will set your facilityapart and help your sales and marketingdepartments reach their goals.

1-800-224-6339Int’l 631-924-9000

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“While no one can totally prevent falls, you

can reduce the risk of falls with a

dedicated Fall Risk Screening and

Conditioning Program.”MacRae, P.G., Lacourse, M & Moldavon, R (1992).Physical performance measures that predict faller status incommunity-dwelling older adults.Journal of Occupationaland Sports Physical Therapy, 16, 123-128

The Biodex Balance Systemclearly shows the patient’sinstability…which allows you tobegin working with them beforethey fall.

“The Clinical Advantage”™

BIODEXBiodex Medical Systems, Inc.

20 Ramsay Road, Shirley, New York, 11967-4704, Tel: 800-224-6339 (In NY and Int’l. call 631-924-9000), Fax: 631-924-9338, Email: [email protected], www.biodex.com

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ARE YOU OR SOMEONEYOU CAREABOUT ATRISK OF ADEBILITATINGFALL?Leading risk factors include:Recent changes in physical and mental well being

Recent changes in prescription drugsBlood pressure problemsLower body strength deficiencies

Balance problemsWalking speed and step length deficiencies

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BEFORE THE FALLTHIS QUICK ANDEASY TEST COULDSAVE YOUR LIFE For older adults, falls are one of thegreatest causes of serious healthproblems. Studies show thatapproximately 5% of falls by olderadults result in a fracture… 25% ofpatients over the age of 65 with hipfractures die within six months… 25%lose significant function, and 50%experience a decrease in mobility. If you or someone you care about

has one or more of these risk factors ask your doctor, physical therapist orexercise advisor about theFALL RISK SCREENING AND CONDITIONING PROGRAM

today or call Biodex at 1-800-224-6339(Int'l 631-924-9000) for a clinic near you.

Expand your revenue by

offering the Fall Risk Screening

and Conditioning Program to the community.

BIODEXBiodex Medical Systems, Inc.

20 Ramsey Road, Shirley, New York, 11967-4704, Tel: 800-224-6339 (Int’l 631-924-9000), Fax: 631-924-9338, Email: [email protected], www.biodex.com FN: 16-002 1/16

Balance and Mobility Solutions: Biodex can take you the entire way

Contact Biodex today for a full presentation on how Biodex can help you increase referralrates and improve patient outcomes.

CORE BALANCE with the BALANCE SYSTEM SD

Applications: Older Adult, Fall Risk Screening & Conditioning, Joint Replacement, Lower Extremity Amputee, Fractures and Ankle Sprains

EXPANDED BALANCE / STRENGTH PROGRAM with the BIOSTEP® 2 SEMI-RECUMBENT ELLIPTICAL CROSS-TRAINER

Add the Biodex BioStep 2 for Older Adult applications, CardiovascularConditioning, Neurorehabilitation, and Orthopedic Rehabilitation

EXPANDED MOBILITY PROGRAM with the GAIT TRAINER

Add the Biodex Gait Trainer for Older Adult applications, Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke/Traumatic Brain Injury, Parkinson’s Disease, Lower Back Injury, Lower Extremity Amputee, Orthopedic Rehabilitationand Neurorehabilitation (often in conjunction with the Biodex Unweighing System)

ADD THE UNWEIGHING SYSTEM TO INCREASE PATIENT CONFIDENCE ANDSAFETY

Older Adult applications, Spinal Cord Injury, Stroke/Traumatic BrainInjury, Parkinson’s Disease, Lower Back Injury, Lower Extremity Amputee,Orthopedic Rehabilitation and Neurorehabilitation (often in conjunction with the Biodex Gait Trainer)

INCREASE AMBULATION SAFETY WITH the FREESTEP SAS

FreeStep SAS is an overhead track and harness system for patient andtherapist safety. Support weak or balance deficient patients without usingadditional floor space or requiring additional staff.

Proven technology...supported by clinical protocols and a full line of marketing material

• Biodex clinical protocols help you provide patients with superior care, improved outcomes... and the ability to prove it.• Increase referrals with the Biodex Marketing Support Program – customized marketing tools from patient brochures and community outreach material to discharge planner mailers and physician referral letters.

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