FES stands for Functional Electrical Stimulation, a rehabilitation technique where electrical current stimulates nerves to evoke muscle contractions.  With the RT300-S, electrical stimulation is used to create patterned movement of the legs, enabling muscles to perform cycling work even though the user may have lost voluntary control of those muscles. The system uses a device, called the Cycle Ergometer that measures the amount of work done by a muscle or group of muscles. This allows the user to participate in both passive and active therapy. Passive therapy is when your arms or legs are moved mechanically, for instance by the motor of an Ergometer. Active therapy is when your muscles are doing the work and completing movements under your own control or activated by FES.

Benefits of using the FES-RT300 Cycle: Relaxes muscle spasms, Minimizes muscles atrophy, Improves blood circulation, Maintains or increases range of motion 

The set-up for using the RT300-S is very simple. There is no transfer necessary as you pedal from you wheelchair. Your feet are secured in the pedals and your legs are supported with the leg guides. Surface electrodes are placed on your quadriceps, hamstring and gluteal muscles, and then connected by a cable to the bike. A computer controls the stimulation patterns being sent to your legs, producing a smooth pedaling motion. And you are on your way.

RT300-S has a touch-sensitive controller screen that makes it easy to start and monitor you therapy.  The touch-sensitive, full-color controller screen and software defaults make the initial set-up fast and simple. In fact, you’ll be able to start therapy in only minutes. You can quickly evaluate your stimulation level, speed, distance, power, resistance and time remaining. The system is monitored by an internet connection so you can control and monitor your progress using the bike over the web. This assists you in optimizing your results no matter where you live.

Do not worry… RT300-S has unique safety features for a safe ride:

• Automatic speed control                  • Automatic stimulation control                          • Fatigue detection

• Spasm detection                               • Electrode monitoring                                        • Wheelchair restraints

• Internet connection

Give yourself and your body the opportunity to recover. Have Hope!.Someday there may be a cure. But now is the time to prepare your body for that cure. If you suffer from severe disuse atrophy you may not be able to take advantage of the medical breakthrough we hope is on the horizon. Take charge of your rehabilitation today. Don’t wait!! Commit yourself to one hour, three times a week on the RT300-S, at least!

For more information about the RT300-S cycle, contact Restorative Therapies at 1-800-609-9166 or visit their website: www.restorative-therapies.com