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- Page 1 KFORCE User's manual MEASURE PROGRESS...
- Page 2 K-FORCE manual This manual concerns K-FORCE products. The information content of this manual belongs to KINVENT, and is provided only for the purpose of operating K-FORCE devices and software. This manual is subject to modifications. The latest version is available on www.k-invent.com...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Get Started ___________________________________________________________________________ 12 K-FORCE Muscle Controller ___________________________________________________ 13 Benefits ______________________________________________________________________________________ 13 Technical Features ______________________________________________________________________________ 13 Get Started ___________________________________________________________________________ 14 K-FORCE Plates ___________________________________________________________________ 15 Benefits ______________________________________________________________________________________ 15 Technical Features ______________________________________________________________________________ 15 Installation ___________________________________________________________________________ 16 On the floor ___________________________________________________________________________________ 16 On vertical surface _____________________________________________________________________________ 16... - Page 4 K-FORCE manual Dynamic Balance Exercise _______________________________________________________________ 20 K-FORCE Bubble __________________________________________________________________ 21 Benefits ______________________________________________________________________________________ 21 Technical Features ______________________________________________________________________________ 21 Get Started ___________________________________________________________________________ 22 K-FORCE Sens ____________________________________________________________________ 23 Benefits ______________________________________________________________________________ 23 Technical Features ______________________________________________________________________________ 23 Get Started ___________________________________________________________________________ 24 Troubleshooting __________________________________________________________________ 25 Problems with the device ________________________________________________________________________ 25 Connectivity problems __________________________________________________________________________ 25 Legal information ________________________________________________________________ 26...
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Page 5: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing a K-FORCE product. K-FORCE is the product line developed by KINVENT to quantify objectively the rehabilitation. The product line of K-FORCE is the complete tool designed for assessing, monitoring and exercising balance, strength, and joint motion. -
Page 6: Safety
Never disassemble or modify the system or accessories. Use the system according to the instructions in this documentation or any other documentation provided by KINVENT. No authorization is provided for any modification, analysis of circuit or mechanics configurations. An unauthorized modification will void your warranty. -
Page 7: K-Force App
K-FORCE manual K-FORCE app To install the KFORCE app you need a smartphone or a tablet with at least Android 5.0 or iOS 10.0 and Bluetooth Low Energy. Prefer devices with large screens (7'' or more). You can find the app in Google Play Store App Store by clicking KFORCE. Once in a while check for updates in the app, as you can obtain access to more features. -
Page 8: Participant Selection And Creation
K-FORCE manual Participant Selection and Creation Figure 2, Participant Selection and Database In this screen you can create, select or edit a participant. You can either choose to do a rapid assessment clicking on (in this case the measurement is not saved in the database) or to work with a patient profile (in this last case the database of the patient will be updated after the measurement of the day). -
Page 9: Basic Exercise Screen
K-FORCE manual Below you can see an example of a Grip exercise done once a week during a month. You can watch the progression of Mr Natsios left hand following a cerebral palsy rehabilitation program (fictive patient). To check the repetitions in one day, just click on the day's dot. Figure 3, Database Results The names shown are fictive. - Page 10 K-FORCE manual Once you have customized your assessment, you are directed to the basic Exercise Screen which is useful for obtaining practical metrics on your participants accompanied with an acoustic and visual feedback. After having turned on the device, the pairing is automatically done. While your device is connecting, don't load the device, don’t step on the device, don't move the device and don't put force on the device.
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Page 11: K-Force Grip
K-FORCE manual K-FORCE Grip K-FORCE Grip is used for the evaluation of hand grip strength. You can assess maximum isometric strength as well as fatigue. Grip strength is very important in sports and in rehabilitation for grabbing, lifting and throwing and should be assessed often after hand trauma or surgery. The device has an ergonomic elliptic shape for a better grabbing with an external diameter from 40 to 45 mm and can record grip strength up to 70 kg. -
Page 12: Get Started
K-FORCE manual Get Started On one part of the device you'll notice a micro-USB port used for charging, 1 LED for the charging state, 1 LED for the working state and one push-button. You can charge your Grip device through the micro-USB cable provided or with any other regular micro-USB charging cable. -
Page 13: K-Force Muscle Controller
K-FORCE manual K-FORCE Muscle Controller K-FORCE Muscle Controller is perfect for a rapid evaluation of your patient's or athlete's muscular force. It is an –user-friendly portable muscular dynamometer. You can use it in your cabinet, clinic or even at your patient's home. The device has an ergonomic shape with adjustable straps for a better hand fixation, and a cushion that can be removed and disinfected. -
Page 14: Get Started
K-FORCE manual Get Started Before using it for the first time, you must install the cushion provided. The cushion can be very easily installed thanks to the Velcro material on both surfaces. Next, configure the strap length according to your hand and place it over it. Otherwise, you can attach K- FORCE muscle controller on any flat surface for special exercising. -
Page 15: K-Force Plates
300 kg (600 kg for the pair). Benefits K-FORCE Plates is equipped with electronic force transducers and transmits real-time acoustic and optic bio- feedback on your smartphone or tablet through the K-FORCE app. This product exploits the new technologies of Internet of Things and Rehab-Gaming. -
Page 16: Installation
On the floor This configuration is ideal for balance exercises. You can lay K-FORCE Plates on the ground either one touching the other or at distance. This increases the difficulty level of balance exercises, as you can work on your lower limbs muscular force on the same time. -
Page 17: Get Started
Disinfect K-FORCE Plates prior to use, using antiseptic alcohol wipes. To switch on K-FORCE Plates, press the on-off button on each force Plate. You'll notice a green flashing LED. Your K-FORCE Plates are on! Your K-FORCE Plates will switch off after 3 minutes of inactivity. -
Page 18: Postural Assessment
K-FORCE manual Postural assessment Use this exercise to measure the weight distribution between both legs. Data obtained include trajectory and amplitude of the pressure center, and average weight distribution. Figure 10 : Results of postural assessment... -
Page 19: Static Balance Exercise
• number of repetitions K-FORCE Plates also monitor the execution of the exercise (waiting for input, exercise stopped, break time, working time). This exercise is useful to work on the load of each limb as well as on weight distribution. The device provides real-time acoustic and optic bio-feedback. -
Page 20: Dynamic Balance Exercise
K-FORCE manual Dynamic Balance Exercise You can exercise dynamic balance in motion aided by bio-feedback. While your device is connecting, don't load the device, don't step on the device, don't move the device, don't put force on the device. You can select various scenarios to make the rehabilitation and exercising as playful as possible. Example: collect all the necessary ingredients to produce a vegetable soup. -
Page 21: K-Force Bubble
K-FORCE manual K-FORCE Bubble K-FORCE Bubble is an innovative and versatile tool transducing pressure variation into a force measurement. It can be combined with inflatable cushions. Benefits K-FORCE Bubble is equipped with electronic force transducers and gives you real-time biofeedback on your tablet or smartphone through the K-FORCE app. -
Page 22: Get Started
K-FORCE manual Get Started The device is equipped with a micro-USB port used for charging, 1 LED for the charging state, 1 LED for the working state and one push-button. You can charge your Bubble device through the micro-USB cable provided or with any other regular micro-USB charging cable. -
Page 23: K-Force Sens
K-FORCE manual K-FORCE Sens K-FORCE Sens is an innovative device to assess the range of motion and to compare the symmetry between injured limb’s amplitude and the healthy limb. You can work with the K-FORCE Sens to assess the amplitude of each body’s joint. -
Page 24: Get Started
K-FORCE manual Get Started Choose the joint’s amplitude and the movement you want to assess (rotation, flexion, extension, abduction, adduction). Attach the K-FORCE Sens on the limb of your patient. Ask him to stay in a neutral position to initialize the reference position. When you click on START your patient can start moving. The range of motion is measured in degrees. -
Page 25: Troubleshooting
K-FORCE manual Troubleshooting If any difficulties occur while using the system, visit KINVENT's website. Check if your problem appears in the following list. Problems with the device Problem Actions The device isn't turning on 1. Recharge the battery 2. If you suspect failure, contact your dealer or... -
Page 26: Legal Information
A valid proof of purchase in the form of a bill of sale or receipt must be provided to obtain warranty services. KINVENT excludes all liability for any data loss, loss of profit or any other loss or damage suffered by the end customer. -
Page 27: Fcc Information
K-FORCE manual Consult in a regular basis KINVENT's website for available information on contraindications, risks or side effects concerning K-FORCE. K-FORCE doesn't offer treatment advice or any medical diagnosis. In case you are currently under medication, injured or in delicate medical condition, consult a qualified professional prior to the use of any K-FORCE product.
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