RT300 SA FES Bike
Best-in-class FES Cycling For Arms
The RT300-SA provides FES cycling for arms. This system utilises an electric height-adjustable table for easy set up in a clinical environment, or it can be mounted on a static table for individual home use. The RT300-SA can be utilised from a wheelchair without the need to transfer, or using a chair or balance ball.
from £27,995
RT300 SA Product Information
FES Channels
6 Expandable to 16
Table Height
28.5″ to 39.5″
Speed
15 – 55 rev / min
Torque
1 – 22Nm
Current
0 to 140mA, 1mA Steps
Pulse Width
50 to 500usec, 10usec Steps
Frequency
10 to 100Hz
Upper extremity and shoulder
Based on individual presentation for arm cycling, you can select from: shoulder & scapula stabilisation, biceps, triceps, anterior deltoid, posterior deltoid, wrist grasp or wrist extensors/release
Trunk
For core strength and stability you can also select abdominal and back muscle groups e.g. erector spinae
All stimulation is appropriately coordinated during arm cycling based on muscle selection.
All stimulation is appropriately coordinated during the leg or arm cycling motion based on muscle selection.
FES is a well-established rehabilitation technique that uses pulses of electrical current to stimulate peripheral nerves. FES is applied using adhesive pads placed over the muscle to be activated. When activated, it generates muscle contractions and patterned muscle activity.
With restorative therapies systems, FES creates patterned movement in the arms, legs and trunk. In people with weak or paralysed muscles, FES enables muscles to work and perform activities, even if the individual may not be able to consciously participate. Users can also stimulate core erector spinal muscles and abdominal muscles during the therapy session. This group of muscles are important for posture, balance, transferring, reaching and coughing.
Karen’s Story
When Karen was 19, she was shot in the back during an armed robbery, resulting in a T10 complete spinal cord injury.
Karen first discovered the RT300 at an ability expo which resulted in her getting one for her home. When Karen first tried it, she felt “Amazing!”
“I love to feel my muscles contract and get stronger! I love the cardiovascular workout.”
She loves that the RT300 works her calf and ab muscles, unlike other FES devices. She also likes that the RT300 is smaller than her previous FES device, and is even portable for travel!
Karen uses her device three to four times a week, or as much as she can, which has resulted in a reduced amount of spasms and increased muscle definition. When she doesn’t use it regularly, Karen reports feeling weaker and weight gain.
In addition to standing, Karen says her device has kept her wound, fracture, and contraction free.
Based on her experience, Karen believes that the RT300 should be recommended to ALL patients that qualify for one.
“I hope physicians and therapists are being taught about how life changing this technology is for people with spinal cord injuries. It has saved my life by keeping me healthy and active for 31 years. I’m 50 years old and in great shape.”
Karen lives a very active lifestyle, enjoying sports such as adaptive rowing, water skiing, and snow skiing. She also likes going to the beach and concerts in her free time.
When asked about what’s next, Karen said, “I plan to write a book about my journey to becoming Ms. Wheelchair America 2019.”
Congrats, Karen! We can’t wait to read it!
“Be persistent and you can accomplish anything!” she said.
Muscle Selection
All stimulation is coordinated during the upper and lower extremity motion based on the muscle selection.
