Chapter 3: Patient Harness Fitting Instructions; Selecting A Harness Size; Donning A Patient Harness - Bioness Vector Elite Clinicians Manual

Patient Harness Fitting Instructions
The Vector Elite system is used with a patient harness. The sizing chart and fitting instructions in this
chapter are for the Maine Anti-Gravity Systems patient harness.

Selecting a Harness Size

It is important to make sure that the proper size harness is selected for a patient to ensure safety and
effectiveness while using the Vector Elite system. Refer to Table 3-1 for harness sizing.
Harness Size
X-Small
Small
Medium
Double Medium
Large
X-Large
2X-Large
3X-Large
4X-Large
5X-Large
Waist size is determined by measuring 2 in (5 cm) below the umbilicus (belly button) tightly around the torso.
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Table 3-1: Maine Anti-Gravity Systems Patient Harness Sizing Chart

Donning a Patient Harness

CAUTION: Inspect the harness prior to use. Do not use if the harness straps are torn, if there is
separation in the harness stitching, or if the Velcro
distributor to order a replacement harness.
1. Detach all Velcro
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2. Make sure the patient is in a secured position.
3. Have the patient put their arms through the shoulder straps to put on the vest. The open side of
the vest will face the front.
4. Secure the lower abdominal support first by attaching the Velcro
tight as possible.
5. Secure the upper abdominal support by attaching the Velcro
with the netting material on the back.
6. Securely attach the top torso support.
24"-28" (60 cm - 71 cm)
28"-32" (71 cm - 81 cm)
32"-36" (81 cm - 91 cm)
34"-38" (86 cm - 96 cm)
36"-40" (91 cm - 101 cm)
40"-44" (101 cm - 111 cm)
44"-48" (111 cm - 121 cm)
48"-52" (121 cm - 132 cm)
52"-56" (132 cm - 142 cm)
56"-60" (142 cm - 152 cm)
attachments to open the vest.
Waist Size
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is unable to adhere. Contact Bioness or your local
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. Note: This is the middle support
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Chapter 3 - Patient Harness Fitting Instructions
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Harness Color Code
Gray
Yellow
Red
Purple
Blue
Green
White
Orange
Brown
Pink
. Make sure the support is as
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