Physical Therapy

Equipment/Software Package

GOAL

The main goal we need to achieve is improve patients’ overall performance and decrease disabilities with newer/better specialized

equipment and software.

PowerBreathe Inspiratory Muscle Trainers

• Powerbreathe helps improve overall performance by increasing the inspiratory muscles in your chest.

• This will allow the person to breathe better and stronger.

• Will help people with asthma, emphysema, COPD

• Light, handheld object.

• How it works: (SIMPLE)- Exhale into the mouth piece slowly till there is no breath

left.- Then quickly inhale as much air as you can. - Repeat• Cost:- $79.50• Can be purchased in most swimming outlets or online.

Full description and can be purchased here: http://www.sportstek.net/xpb_how.html

Neurotrac Sports Muscle Stimulator

• Neuromuscular stimulation helps stimulate muscle and nerve fibers that have been damaged.

• Small, Light, & Easy to use.• Increases muscle strength, improves blood

supply to the muscle, and prevents atrophy.

• Includes:

• How to use: Put patch on arm and turn on. It will stimulate your nerves in your muscles

• Cost: $175.00

• Where to buy: Online

This software can greatly increase a person’s performance by helping their muscles become stronger.

Healthstream HC10RB Recumbent Bike

• Comfortable easy to use recumbent bike.• 28 different levels with seat and pedals adjustable• Heart Rate System• Great cardiovascular workout• Cost: About $1,500• Where to buy: Online

Exercise Pro - Version 5

• Exercise Pro is a software for exercise programs.

• 3200 unique exercises with instructions.

• Complete program with no addition fees.

• Multiple Languages.

• This will allow us to teach patients newer and different exercises that can help increase their health and performance.

• Cost: $499• Can be bought at http://

www.bioexsystems.com/exercise-pro.aspx

Gymstick

• Gymstick is a combination of a stick with a resistance band.

• This tool can be used for many different exercises.• Cheap and easy to use.• Increases muscle strength, balance, core strength,

& flexibility. • Cost: $65-70 dollars• Where to buy: http://www.activeforever.com

• PowerBreathe: $79.50• Muscle Stimulator:$175• Recumbant Bike:$1,500• Exercise Pro:$499• Gymstick:$65• Total Price= $2318.50

With this equipment we would be able to meet our goal and increase performance while decreasing disabilities.

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