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- Page 1 PneuWalker™ Education Manual ™ PneuVest Ultima ™ PneuGait Foot Strap Genuine Pneumex Equipment 2018Pneumex, Inc. All rights reserved 8/27/2018 © Pneumex, Inc. www.pneumex.com 800.447.5792 pneumex.@pneumex.com...
- Page 2 PneuWalker™ Copyright 2010 Pneumex, Inc. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America. No part of this material protected by this copyright notice may be reproduced or utilized in any form, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or any information storage or retrieval system, without written permission from the copyright owner.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Preface ....................4 When to use the PneuWalker™ ............... 5 Extraordinary Versatility ................6 Benefits and Features ................7 Components Front and Back ..............8-9 Specifications ..................10 Unpacking –Install Wheels……………………………………………………….11-13 Contained Air System ............... 14-15 Operating the PneuWalker™ Handlebars .................... -
Page 4: Preface
PneuWalker™ . Liability Notice Failure to follow the conditions set forth below shall absolve Pneumex, Inc. from any responsibility for the safety, reliability, and performance of this equipment. Each independent user must be instructed in the proper use of the system and its accessories. -
Page 5: When To Use The Pneuwalker
When to use the PneuWalker™ The PneuWalker™ is a pneumatic unweighting system. It has a self contained airbox that is plugged in overnight to provide lifting power all day. It is used in conjunction with the included Pneu-Vest™ to perform low-impact kinetic exercises in an upright, functional position. Activities that require assistance with balance and mobility may all be performed safely while unweighted. -
Page 6: Extraordinary Versatility
Extraordinary Versatility Width adjustable to fit through doorways or over treadmills Walk Safely Safely Lifts Lifts from Wheelchair In and out of Bed To commode Help to resume normal functions Actual Product may vary 2018Pneumex, Inc. All rights reserved 8/27/2018 ©... -
Page 7: Benefits And Features
PneuWalker™ Benefits • Eliminate fear of falling • Safety for patient and clinician • Freedom for therapists • Start Rehab earlier • Assists in getting out of bed, lifting from a wheelchair and increasing mobility • Use over ground or over a treadmill Features •... -
Page 8: Components Front And Back
Components of the PneuWalker™ Front Patient Ports 1- Maximum Height/ Intermediate Lift Lift Arm Cylinder Ports 2- Intermediate Height/ Maximum Lift B- Intermediate Height/ Control panel Maximum Lift A- Maximum Height/ Intermediate Lift Safety strap Safety strap Upright Handlebar Height Cylinder Adjustment Contained air system... - Page 9 Back Cylinder Ports Lift Arm Control panel Patient Ports Cylinder Upright Contained air system Handlebar Handlebar Off-On switch Air Box Drain and Air Valve Locking Wheels 2018Pneumex, Inc. All rights reserved 8/27/2018 ©...
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Page 10: Specifications
PneuWalker™ Specifications Height 61” (154.94cm) Inside Dim 22” to 38.5” Depth (55.9 to 97.8 cm) 34” (86.36 cm) Outside Dim 26” to 42” (66.04 to 106.68 cm) Height on Lift Arms Width Width Outside Inside 45 in 80 in 26.5 in 42.5 in 22 in 38.5 in... -
Page 11: Unpacking -Install Wheels
Unpacking Your PneuWalker™ comes assembled, bubble wrapped and on a pallet. To begin: Carefully cut the wrapping down the front of the PneuWalker™ (you should see a box packed on the pallet in the front). Do not cut down the back to avoid danger of cutting hoses and handlebars. Next cut down the side to further loosen the wrapping. - Page 12 Remove the straps holding the PneuWalker™ to the pallet. Put the handlebars in the forward position to assist moving the PneuWalker™ off the pallet. Locate the pin on the top of the handlebar where it connects to the frame upright, pull out the pin and rotate the handle- Pull out pin.
- Page 13 Beginning with the front wheels, Insert into hole, screw in a clockwise direction until wheel is flush with bottom wheel base. Repeat with back wheels For improved operation FRONT WHEELS ONLY set the front wheels with the black tab under the base footing and lock the wheels by pushing the tab down.
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Page 14: Contained Air System
Contained Air System Before first Use Before you use the PneuWalker™ for the first time you must charge the Airbox. Screw the charger plug into the Airbox and the cord into a 110 outlet. Let charge overnight. This will assure that there will be suffi- cient battery power to operate the PneuWalker™... - Page 15 Air Box Drain When you plug in the charger, it is recommended that you drain the air system. Put a container under the valve to catch any water. The drain valve is located underneath the Airbox. There are two valves: •...
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Page 16: Operating The Pneuwalker™ Handlebars
Operating the PneuWalker™ Handlebars The handlebars are height adjustable and can swing outward to accommodate a person getting in and out of a wheelchair, bed , or for Physical Therapy access. To adjust the handlebar, pull out the pin, swing the handlebar to the desired position. -
Page 17: Adjust Width
Adjust Width The width of the PneuWalker™ can be easily adjusted . Wider dimensions allow for use over treadmills and narrower for easy passage through interior doorways. On the front of the PneuWalker™ towards the bottom are two gold pin knobs. These knobs pull out to adjust the width. -
Page 18: Adjust Height
Adjust the Height New developments in the construction of our PneuWalker™ allow for a greater range of heights to be accommodated. You therefore should not have to adjust the height of your PneuWalker™. The lift arm options provide the ability to adjust height and weight capabilities of the Pneu- Walker™... -
Page 19: Control Panel
Control Panel Before putting a patient in the PneuWalker™ ™ you should familiarize yourself with the Control Panel located between the uprights. Pressure gauge Regulator knob Mode selector Indicates the number of Gradually increases (+) or Provides choices of pounds (white numbers) decreases (-) the amount Exercise, Balance, or Off or kilograms (orange... -
Page 20: Safety Straps/360 Degree Attachment
Safety Straps The PneuWalker™ comes with a safety feature that will limit the distance a patient will fall if they lose their balance. The nylon safety straps can be adjusted to limit the distance a patient can drop from 1” to 6”. 360 Degree Attachment The 360 degree option allows your patients to walk sideways and backwards as well as turn and... -
Page 21: Lift Arm-Hemiplegia Settings
Lift Arm The lift arm options provide the ability to adjust height and weight capabilities of the PneuWalker™ To maximize weight lifting capacity : Attach the patient to Port 2 To maximize height capacity, attach the patient to Port 1 Hemiplegia Settings The PneuWalker™... -
Page 22: Pneuvest Ultima Diagram
Ultima Vest Patented Ultima Vest Thoracic Belt Leg Cuffs Actual product may vary 2018Pneumex, Inc. All rights reserved 8/27/2018 ©... - Page 23 Thoracic Belt A. D-RING Connector to unweighting unit B. Anterior Shoulder Buckle C. Posterior Shoulder Strap D. Anterior Tensioning Strap (Runs through F Shoulder Pad) F. Shoulder Pad G. Upper Left Anterior Crossover Strap H. Upper Left Anterior Crossover Buckle I.
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Page 24: Putting On The Pneuvest Ultima
Sizing Determine correct vest sizing based on waist size. Size Vest Color Waist Size Small 28” to 34” Medium Blue 34” to 44” Large Yellow 44” to 55” Available in custom sizing Pediatric to Bariatric on request Putting on the Ultima Vest The vest will be packaged with Thoracic and Leg Cuff hooked together, gray Thoracic con- nector straps secured into the gray tabbed Thoracic connector buckles. - Page 25 Putting on the Ultima Vest Before putting the vest on, make sure the patient is wearing appropriate clothing. Layered, bulky, loose fitting and slick clothing will tend to allow the vest to ride For ease of use, attach the vest to the unweighting system. ►...
- Page 26 Continue by buckling both red Abdominal Tensioning Straps across the front to the oppo- site side buckle. Pull the loops to snug up under rib cage. Connect the red crossover straps to the opposite side buckles. Before adjusting the Anterior Tensioning Strap have the patient adjust the bra front to center the vest to a comfortable position.
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Page 27: Putting On The Pneuvest Ultima In Wheelchair
Wrap the Leg Cuffs around the thigh . Velcro strap around d the thigh and secure in the front . Tighten the Grey straps to adjust tension. The Leg Cuffs are designed with a sliding motion to allow easy of movement while holding the Ultima vest down. - Page 28 Bring vest around patient positioning the elastic Thoracic belt with it’s center equal to T12. secure the Velcro front and buckle both blue and red straps across the waist pulling on loops to tighten. Adjust Anterior Tension Straps equally and as close to the shoulders as is allowed.
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Page 29: Using The Pneuwalker
Using the PneuWalker™ 1. Turn the unit on using the toggle on top of the air box 2. Adjust the width of the unit for the desired use 3. Apply PneuGait Foot Straps and PneuGait Assist bands 4. Put vest on the PneuWalker™ adding chains if necessary and attach to the patient 5. -
Page 30: Pneugait Foot Straps
Pneu-Gait™ Foot Straps Once you are comfortable using the PneuWalker™, we have additional accessories that can be used to assist with Gait correction. Most common Pull this one tight If a Patient has: Lateral • Lateral (outside) heel strike • Medial (inside push off) Fig. - Page 31 If a patient has: • Externally rotated lateral heel strike • Toe drag • Medial push off Strapping Technique: Pull both straps tight For Drop Foot you will need double cuff. Knee at 90 degrees maxi- Fig 5 mum dorsiflexion.( Fig 5) Cross over both straps attaching to ankle strap and both will be stretched to non-elastic state, or maximum tension.
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Page 32: Pneugait Assist Bands
Using PneuGait™ Assist Bands with the PneuWalker™ The PneuGait Assist Bands are designed to make life easier for the clinician and to provide a consistent, repeatable, neuromuscular assist to the patient. This assist is documentable and can be adjusted as the patient progresses. 1. -
Page 33: Transition To Pneuweight
Transition to PneuWeight The PneuWalker™ is excellent for early Rehab. Patients who haven’t walked for years have been able to get up out of bed and start to take steps. With the PneuWalker™ over a tread- mill, patients can start at very low speeds and progress as they are able. -
Page 34: Maintenance And Trouble Shooting
Schedule Service No scheduled service is required. See Preventive Maintenance below. For ser- vice, call Pneumex Technical Services: 800-447-5792 Preventive Maintenance Routinely check the air hose and air fittings for leaks. - Page 35 Troubleshooting To avoid potential safety problems, use parts and accessories that meet specifications given in this manual. Before each use, inspect the air tubing for damage, pinched are- as, and leaks. Do not use if the integrity of these items is questionable. Problem Possible Cause Solution...
- Page 36 5. There is air coming out of one of the fittings This happens if a hose has loosened up and needs to be pushed back in. If this does not fix it the fitting is defective and will have to be replaced call technical support. 6.
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Page 37: Pneuwalker Exam
PneuWalker Exam Please print your name clearly. The name will be used for your certificate. Open book examination to be completed within 1 week of course. Must have a 90% score to pass. Name: ______________________ Clinic: _____________________________ . When unweighting a patient use the: a. - Page 38 4. What mode is safe mode and will protect the patient from falls? a. Exercise mode b. Balance mode c. Off mode d. Rehab mode 5. How much weight should we take off a patient? a. 5% to 10% of the body weight and pain-free or pain tolerable b.
- Page 39 9. The Gait Straps may be used to: a. Provide a dorsi flexion assist b. Stabilize the foot c. Provide a pronated bias d. All of the above 10. When using the Gait Assist bands, you should a. Always use L & R together b.
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Page 40: Warranty
This warranty is exclusive and is in lieu of all other warranties whether written, oral or implied, including the warranty of fitness for any particular purpose. Pneumex liability is in all cases limited to the replacement price of its product. Pneumex shall not be liable for any other damages, whether indirect, consequential, or incidental arising from the sale or use of its products.
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