THERA-Trainer TIGO - Contraindications and Misuse

THERA-Trainer tigo / THERA-Trainer veho - User manual
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Art. No.: A002-629_Rev 06
Last update: CW19/2018
4.1 Contraindications
Do not use the THERA-Trainer:
 users weighing more than - see chapter 19 technical data.
 users shorter than 120 cm or taller than 200 cm.
 users with serious contractures.
 users with ulcers or raw skin that would touch the unit (if in doubt,
seek medical advice).
 bone instability / bone metabolism disorders (fractures, osteoporosis,
osteogenesis imperfecta).
 in the case of severe fixed contractures / spasticities with lack of flexion /
extension in hip and knee >30°.
 unsupervised self-training, if the user cannot operate the THERA-Trainer
without assistance.
 acute inflammations - e.g. of the joints.
 acute thrombosis.
 acute neurological deficiencies.
 recently herniated discs.
 previously damaged tendons (risk of rupture).
Use THERA-Trainer in consultation with a doctor or therapist:
 severe pain during exercise.
 dislocation of the shoulder and hip.
 COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
 heart failure.
 cardiovascular weakness.
 artificial hearts.
Note For users with a short upper body or a low seated height, it might be necessary
to use an appropriate configuration of the THERA-Trainer. Before starting training,
consult a doctor, therapist or trained dealer.
4.2 Misuse
Do not use THERA-Trainer:
 Combination with other products emitting ionising radiation (e.g. radiation
therapy, nuclear medicine, etc.)
 in rooms with
– explosive substances
– oxygenated air
 The presence of
– flammable anaesthetics
– volatile solvents
 for outdoor exercise.
 in ambient conditions not conforming to the requirements.
 in a lying position.
 in the vicinity of RF surgical equipment and in RF shielded rooms with medical
magnetic resonance imaging systems.