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 Multi-Resistance Trainer (MRT) - Patented

EXERCISE EQUIPMENT » Pulley Systems » Multi-Resistance Trainer (MRT) - Patented

An all encompassing therapeutic exercise unit that can generate a variety of forces. The Variable Resistance matches the Physiology of the muscle. Useful in both the clinical field and the field of medical training.

It allows:

  1. PNF three dimensional movements with variable resistance making possible a new range of exercise not previously available.
  2. It can used in the bow-stringing method for resistive closed chain exercises.
  3. The MRT provides a wide range of resistance and assistance force options. The type of pulley resistance between
    the weight stack and the resistance between the cord can be changed. It may be used in the variable mode, the traditional mode or the resistance mode.

Unit dimensions 28"Wx30"Lx95"H. Supplied with one leather handle and three leather straps for ankle, wrist and thigh. Mounted on casters to facilitate handling.

MRT In The Continuously Variable Position Pulley Mode (C.V.P.P.)

In this mode it functions as a continuously variable position pulley system that extends the arc of effective resistance to three quarters of a circle. The MRT also maintains the effectiveness of the resistance cord by continually changing the direction of the resistance cord as the resistance segment moves in an arc. Its function is further expanded in the C.V.P.P. system shown above (R16355) which may be purchased as a separate unit.

The variable position mode is especially useful in wide sweeping diagonal movements for PNF, late stage lumbar stabilization programs, and rehab training for many sports movements. As shown the pulley moves to maintain the resistance rope angle with the forearm.

Multi-Resistance Trainer (MRT): Resistance (of Assistance) Mode

The MRT is a highly versatile piece of exercise equipment. The type of pulley system between the weight stack and the final resistance rope can easily be changed. The patient can be working with a fixed pulley system in which the ratio of final resistance cord force to weight stack forces is nearly 1:1; as shown in Figure 1 the patient is exerting a great deal of effort by back, trunk, leg and arm muscles to lift only half of the weight stack.

However, when the therapist adds a moveable pulley system before the final resistance cord, the resistance of the weights can be brought down into the "therapeutic range". For example, as shown in figure 2 the patient is performing a "lat pull-down" exercise lifting nearly three quarters of the weight stack using only the upper extremity muscles. For a more detailed explanation on the additional use of the moveable pulley system see the description of R16355 C.V.P.P. above.

Alternatively, a wide range of the MRT's assistance force capabilities can be used for unloading situations such as early ACL rehabilitation. In this setting as seen in Figure 3 the pulley system is fixed so that the weight stack is assisting the patient and little force is exerted. The overhead track of the MRT extends out from the weight stack sufficiently so that the final pulley is directly overhead.

The use of the lifting frame is superior to doing the same exercise with the assistance from the parallel bars in that the patient must provide the lateral and horizontal stabilization while doing the exercise. The use of the frame helps provide proprioceptive training. The same assistance force effect is shown when the MRT is used during lifting training. Figure 4.

Exercise Putty

Ideal product for developing hand-muscle strength as well as endurance. Promotes increased range of motion, complete closure of fist, excellent for thumb opposition and finger extension. Color coding indicates varying resistance.

R16350 Multi-Resistance Trainer (MRT) - Patented
An all encompassing therapeutic exercise unit that can generate a variety of forces. The Variable Resistance matches the Physiology of the muscle. Useful in both the clinical field and the field of medical training.
 
R16193 Exercise putty, Yellow extra soft, 2oz.
R16193A Exercise putty , Red med. Soft, 2oz
R16193B Exercise putty, Green, medium, 2oz.
R16193C Exercise putty, Blue, firm, 2oz.
R16194 Exercise putty, yellow extra soft, 1lb.
R16194A Exercise putty, red med. Soft, 1lb.
R16194B Exercise putty, green, medium, 1lb.
R16194C Exercise putty, blue, firm, 1lb.
R16195 Exercise putty, yellow extra soft, 5lbs.
R16195A Exercise putty, red med.soft, 5lbs.
R16195B Exercise putty, green, medium, 5lbs.
R16195C Exercise putty, blue, firm, 5lbs.

 

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