Chapter 1: Introduction; Device Description - Bioness vector ELITE Clinicians Manual

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Introduction
Introduction of Vector Gait and Safety System
™
The Vector Elite is a body weight support system designed to accelerate physical rehabilitation of
patients with severe gait or balance impairment. The system provides dynamic body weight support
and trolley tracking, enabling the patient to practice gait and balance training with less than a full body
weight. When using the Vector Elite System a computer controlled motor keeps the trolley at a desired
location relative to the patient, and a separate computer controlled motor ensures that the rope tension
is kept at a desired value. The patient may walk along a predetermined path or on a treadmill. The
system receives control signals through an encrypted WiFi signal from a PC or remote control.
Mechanical Track
Power Rail
Trolley Rope
Vector Elite Trolley
Spreader Bar
Figure 1-1: Vector Elite Trolley

Device Description:

The Vector Elite System consists of a mechanical track, a power rail, a power station, a motorized trolley
with rope, a spreader bar, PC computer with proprietary software and an optional remote control.
Mechanical Track and Power Rail
The mechanical track is mounted overhead, typically attached to a support beam, floor or truss, and
the trolley runs along the track. The mechanical track defines the horizontal aspect of the walking path
of the patient. The track includes straight and curved portions that form a closed loop track.
Chapter 1 - Introduction
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