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JTECH Medical Commander MN084 User Manual

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© 2016 JTECH Medical MN084_D

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  • Page 1 Muscle Tester © 2016 JTECH Medical MN084_D...
  • Page 2 7633 S Main St. Midvale, UT 84047 United States of America (385) 695-5000 (800) 985-8324 www.jtechmedical.com Authorized Representative for EU Atlantico Systems 34 Oldfield, Kingston, Galway, Republic of Ireland Company number: 443142 Email: Info@AtlanticoSystems.com Phone: +35391443609 © 2016 JTECH Medical MN084_D...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Graphic Symbol Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Commander Warranty .

  • Page 4: Graphic Symbol Definitions

    Graphic Symbol Definitions Symbol Meaning An ISO 7010-M002 symbol Consult Instructions Information symbol  An IEC 60878-0434 symbol Caution “Conformité Européenne” Software products meet the provisions of the Council (“European Conformity”) Directive 93/42/EEC An EN 980 symbol Identifying the Manufacturer Identifying the Authorized Representative for An EN 980 symbol European Communities...

  • Page 5: Intended Use And Indications For Use

    Intended Use and Indications for Use The intended use of the Commander Muscle Tester is to assist clinicians in obtaining patient information regarding physical strength . The devices are intended to be used as non-inva- sive, non-surgical and transient devices Features and Benefits Muscle Tester Dynamometer: •...

  • Page 6: Check Your System

    Check Your System Your Muscle Tester Commander system should include the following parts: • Commander Wrist Unit • Round Pad • Muscle Tester Dynamometer • Curved Pad • Short Cord • Testing Chart • Long Cord • Worksheets Make sure the serial number on the Muscle Tester, located under the testing pad, matches the serial number on the Commander Console .

  • Page 7: Available Upgrades

    Available Upgrades The Muscle Tester can be used with the following upgrade products: Commander Downloader™ - Transfer Commander test data easily to virtually any word processor, exam form or spreadsheet with Commander Download Software This Windows™ based package includes software and serial cable for transferring test data .

  • Page 8: Using The Commander Console

    Using the Commander Console Conventions This manual adopts the following convention throughout: Test Refers to one strength assessment that may include multiple repetitions and comparisons between the right and left side . For instance, testing elbow flexion with three repetitions for the right side and three repeti- tions for the left side is one test .

  • Page 9: Setup Mode

    If an exam is in memory when the console is turned on, Commander activates in “Review” mode . From this point you can review exam data, change to “Test” mode to finish testing, or delete the exam . Setup Mode Testing Defaults The Commander console enables you to use the “Setup”...

  • Page 10: Test And Test Alt Modes

    Adjustable Defaults The Muscle Tester Commander console allows you to control the following default parameters: THRESHOLD: This setting determines the amount of force that must be exerted against the dynamometer before the console begins recording data . This setting is used to avoid inadvertently beginning a test .

  • Page 11: Testing Methods

    Alternating Sides Repetition Order: When “Test Alt” mode is displayed, the repeti- tions alternate between right and left side as follows: TEST 1 REP 1 RIGHT TEST 1 REP 1 LEFT TEST 1 REP 2 RIGHT TEST 1 REP 2 LEFT TEST 2 REP 1 RIGHT TEST 2 REP 1 LEFT .
  • Page 12 Helpful Hint: Since the display indexes past old tests stored in memory, this meth- od is recommended only if all previous tests have been erased . Assigned Testing Method This method uses the default test numbers assigned to the test on the worksheet and flip chart .

  • Page 13: Advanced Console Features

    Advanced Console Features Press “REDO” to test the last repetition again . This feature is helpful if the REDO current test was started inadvertently, was done incorrectly or was for practice . Redo a test - If after reviewing exam results, you determine that a test (all REVIEW right and left repetitions) needs to be redone, press “REVIEW .
  • Page 14 REVIEW REVIEW Maximum Force Maximum Force Repetition 1 Right Side Repetition 2 Right Side REVIEW REVIEW CV Right Side Maximum Force Repetition 1 Left Side REVIEW REVIEW Maximum Force CV Left Side Repetition 2 Left Side Bilateral Deficit Left Side After all statistics have been selected, the dis- play circles back to the beginning .

  • Page 15: Statistics Definitions

    1 . Use the supplied worksheets to create hard-copy documentation . 2 . Optional Easy Docs Plus Software from JTECH Medical is an efficient way to generate reports using your PC . With Easy Docs Plus you enter muscle testing data into the software using your keyboard .

  • Page 16: The Muscle Tester Dynamometer

    The Muscle Tester Dynamometer Care and Cleaning Muscle Tester is an electronic device and, therefore, should not be submerged in liquid or placed in an autoclave . The device should be cleaned with a soft, non-abrasive cloth dampened with clean water . Do not use solvents, detergents or harsh disinfectant on the PowerTrack’s plastic body .

  • Page 17: Manual Muscle Testing: General Considerations

    Manual Muscle Testing: General Considerations Manual Muscle Testing Precautions The following are general guidelines to minimize risk of injury to the patient . Please note that these guidelines are not comprehensive because covering all possible con- ditions would be impossible . Therefore, final responsibility for the risk of injury to the patient lies with the examiner .

  • Page 18: Grading Muscle Tests

    3 . Ensure the starting point for breaking action is at the same range of motion position for each test and repetition . This is necessary because of the wide variations in force the prime movers can oppose depending on the starting point of breaking action .

  • Page 19: Grading Without The Muscle Testing Dynamometer

    Grade 2 - Poor: Partial to complete motion with gravity removed . Grade 0/1- Zero/Trace: No contraction to slight contraction . © 2016 JTECH Medical All rights reserved . This manual is provided as a service to our customers, any other use is strictly prohibited . This manual may not be reproduced by any means, physically or electronically, without the express written consent of JTECH Medical .

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