Orthopedics
Improving joint flexibility
The MOTOmed movement therapy is an optimal therapy supplement during and after in-patient and ambulatory orthopedic rehabilitation. Movement control and rebuilding muscles is the center goal of movement therapy. The finely adjustable resistance levels of the MOTOmed movement therapy device enable a continuous improvement of power and endurance. With the symmetry training, orthopedic patients can train the affected body half while avoiding overstraining the healthy side.
In orthopedic rehabilitation, MOTOmed movement therapy, which is similar to cycling, can improve joint flexibility, strengthen joint muscles, activate joint circulation and relieve the ligaments. Through circular movements with varying pedal radius adjustments and a respective sitting position, both extent and range of movement can be adjusted individually and increased continuously.
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MOTOmed Movement Therapy
MOTOmed Movement Therapy was developed for people with movement restrictions and complements physical, ergo and sports therapy measures. Users can train while seated in a wheelchair or from a chair. Patients in supine position use MOTOmed from a nursing bed or therapy couch.
In Germany, the device-based movement therapy with the MOTOmed is recognized as an aid for many indications by the statutory health insurance. It is worthwhile to inform yourself!
Therapy modes
passive
The effortless motor driven movement is ideal for the regulation of muscle tone, loosening stiff muscles and for early mobilization after long rests. Passive training stimulates blood circulation, digestion and joint flexibility.
assistive
In motor-supported movement therapy, the function MOTOmed ServoCycling enables easy transition from passive to active training. A motor-supported movement stimulates strength and endurance even with minimal muscle strength.
active
An active training with own muscle power against finely adjustable resistance levels strengthens leg, arm and upper body muscles and stimulates the cardio-vascular system.
Achieving best therapy goals through interval training
Alternating phases of strain and recreation (intervals) through active and passive training give a higher training stimulus which leads to a better therapy success.
Therapeutic goals
- Promote walking
- Reduce the consequences of lack of movement
- Activate residual muscle strength
- Strengthen the psyche and well-being
- Counteract fatigue
Scientific studies and research results about the MOTOmed movement therapy in the field of orthopedic rehabilitation
Kim H. J., Kwon J. Y., Kim J.S. Kim M. W., Bang H. J., Lee W. I., Ko Y. J. (2006). Preferential Vastus Medialis Oblique Activation Achieved by Isokinetic Cycling at High Angular Velocity. Journal of the Korean Academy of Rehabilitation Medicine, 30(5), 481-484.
