Handling And Use; Contra-Indications; Absolute Contra-Indications; Relative Contra-Indications - Enraf Nonius Parallel Bars Mode D'emploi

4 Handling and Use

The parallel bars can be used for therapy to improve strength, mobility, endurance or co-ordination. We
direct you to the therapy guides and reference books published on these matters.
• Adjust the height of the support bars of the parallel bars according to the anatomy of the patient.
He/she should be able to hold the bars with slightly flexed arms.
Always make sure that the therapist is able to support the patient in case he might fall. To achieve this
the therapist should be standing / walking behind patient. The therapist should stabilise himself with
one hand on the support bar, and support the patient with his other hand. Walk non-synchronised
with the patient so you always stand firm when the patient is moving. In case the patient is to heavy to
be supported by one therapist, make sure that extra persons are involved to assure safe support.

5 Contra-indications

5.1

Absolute contra-indications:

• Myocardiac dysfunction in an unstable phase
• HNP in the (sub) acute phase (with irradiation and neurological signs)
• Severe osteoporosis
• Acute fractures
• Severe mechanical instability
• Early post-surgical joint modification
5.2

Relative contra-indications:

• Myocardial dysfunction in a stable phase
• HNP in the sub-acute phase (with irradiation and neurological signs)
• Mild osteoporosis
• Late post-surgical joint modification
• Tumours
• Inflammations in the involved area
• Non desired articular load in the involved area (p.e.. with M. Osgood-Schlatter, bursites, etc.)
• Non desired ligamentous load in the involved area (p.e. sprain with hydrops)
• Non desired soft tissue load in the involved area (p.e. with severe atrophy)
• Cardiovascular restrictions
• Pulmonary restrictions
• Psychological restriction
• Pain of such cause that movement would not relief

6 Cleaning and maintenance

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The parallel bars can be cleaned with a damp cloth and a (non- abrasive) liquid household cleaner.
At regular intervals do confirm the proper operation of the bar height adjustment locks.
• In order to obtain spare parts, please contact your supplier.
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