Shoulder wheel 01348

The use of the ROTA device is intended for cooperative and normally intelligent patients, as is the case of adult patients with fractures or impingement syndrome. Brain-damaged patients with central lesions such as the hemiplegics can benefit from using this new device, though with significant restrictions (strengthening is not recommended, passive mobilisation not easy, while proprioceptive exercises are useful). This version is mobile and featured by an height-adjustable wheel depending on patient's size or the exercise to perform. The device is fitted with 1) a handle, 2) a knob, 3) a forearm support, 4) counteweight, 5) elbow rest, 6) front grip handle that allow a wider range of exercises. Patients can work both sitting and standing, they can start their active exercises in free mode and then it can be gradually applied a resistance. The wheel allows monitoring range of motion (ROM) recovery by providing quick and reliable assessment, based on comparison between previous and following measures. Being able to check the degree of joint motion reached in each repetition, the patient will feel motivated, encouraged and engaged in exercise. This device enables the therapist to avoid the most repetitive work while the cooperative patient performs the activity in total safety.