MOVAO Bari Leg Press: The First Step to Early Mobility in the ICU
In the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), early mobility is crucial for patients recovering from critical illness. Muscle weakness and immobility, particularly in the legs, can slow recovery and lead to complications. The MOVAO Bari Leg Press is designed to be a groundbreaking tool for addressing these challenges. It enables ICU patients to begin their mobility journey safely and effectively, helping to rebuild strength and restore function from the very beginning of their recovery.
Why Early Mobility Matters
Prolonged bed rest in the ICU often results in muscle atrophy, cardiovascular decline, and joint stiffness. Studies have shown that early mobilization not only speeds up recovery but also reduces hospital stays, decreases long-term disability, and improves overall patient outcomes. However, it can be difficult to introduce safe, low-impact movement for patients who are still too weak to stand or bear weight.
That’s where the MOVAO Bari Leg Press excels—it’s designed to activate the leg muscles while the patient remains in bed, providing a controlled, safe, and effective way to kickstart the recovery process.
Key Features of the MOVAO Bari Leg Press
The MOVAO Bari Leg Press is tailored specifically for ICU patients and those with limited mobility. It offers a range of features that make it an ideal first step for rehabilitation:
- 750lb capacity: Accommodates bariatric patients, ensuring inclusivity for patients of all sizes.
- 30” seat and back width: Provides a comfortable and spacious seat for patients.
- Durable tuck-under side rails: These side rails are designed for easy access and provide safety during use.
- 19” low for easy entry: The low height makes it easier for patients to get in and out of the seat, facilitating independence even at the earliest stages of recovery.
- Hoyer lift compatible: Ensures safe and easy patient transfers from bed to the device.
- Seat carriage locks every 1 cm with a twist of a handle: This eliminates the need for pull pins, making it easier for healthcare providers to adjust settings precisely and efficiently.
- ROM stop locks every 5mm: Also using a twist of the handle (no pull pins), this feature ensures precise control of the range of motion for each patient.
- Hi-lo mechanism moves straight up and down without drift: For stability and ease of adjustment, the hi-lo feature offers a smooth, controlled lift.
- Independent foot plates with Peak and exercise mode: Each footplate functions as a scale, providing biofeedback based on the patient’s peak force in real-time, which is displayed through LED indicators.
- Biofeedback gaming features: More than 20 interactive games are built into the system, engaging patients and promoting compliance through fun and competition.
- MIST (MOVAO Isometric Strength Test) mode: This feature allows the device to test the patient's ‘one-rep max’ in a reproducible manner, providing valuable data for tracking strength progress.
- Chest strap for unstable trunk support: Designed for patients with reduced trunk control, this strap offers added stability during use.
- Resistance bands for pull-back force at 0 degrees: These bands allow for enhanced muscle activation, providing additional resistance to challenge and strengthen leg muscles.
How the MOVAO Bari Leg Press Enhances ICU Rehabilitation
The Bari Leg Press is engineered to allow patients to engage in low-impact, high-repetition exercises from their bed. By starting early, patients can reduce muscle atrophy, improve circulation, and prevent stiffness, which are all critical factors in regaining strength and independence. The advanced biofeedback and gaming features make rehabilitation engaging and interactive, motivating patients to participate actively in their recovery process.
The built-in MIST system also provides healthcare professionals with precise measurements of the patient's strength, ensuring that exercises are appropriately tailored to their abilities. This data can be used to track progress and adjust rehabilitation plans over time.
Movement is Medicine
At MOVAO, we believe in the power of movement as a critical component of healing. The MOVAO Bari Leg Press is more than just a device—it’s a tool for restoring strength, improving outcomes, and enhancing the quality of life for ICU patients. By introducing early mobility safely and effectively, we’re helping patients take their first steps toward recovery, even when they’re still in bed.
The journey from the ICU bed to walking independently starts with the right tools, and the MOVAO Bari Leg Press is designed to make that journey smoother, safer, and more successful.
