zebris Medical GmbH
FDM-T Technical Data and Operating Instructions
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Application and safety
2.1
Intended Use
Main function of the force distribution measurement system FDM-T is the spatially re-
solved force distribution measurement under human feet for the analysis of static and dy-
namic strains as well as the individual gait parameters.
Operation as well as data evaluation and storage are software-aided by using a computer.
The measuring systems are suitable for the use with patients that are mentally capable of
following the operator’s instructions without limitations in the period of application.
The patient’s weight is limited by the maximum permissible weight of the treadmill. For the
application of the FDM-T with children or patients with severe movement disorders, a fall
stop safety is strongly recommended.
Professional facilities (medical practices, clinics, scientific institutions, rehabilitation cen-
tres, and orthopaedic specialist shops) are specified as application environment.
The application and operation of the system may only be carried out by thoroughly trained
qualified personnel such as clinical doctors, physiotherapists, orthopedics which possess
the ability to evaluate the output data in medical aspects as a aid for the diagnosis, treat-
ment or patient care and taking into account the clinical history of the patient in the context
of other diagnostic tests.
2.1.1 Indications
Stance and gait analysis of the “normal” as well as the pathological stance and gait.
Diagnosis support with foot malpositions and foot corrections
Diagnosis support and therapy of imbalances / incorrect gait pattern
Detection of inappropriate mechanical stress and overstraining for the prevention of
physical problems and for rehabilitation with disabilities after injury, accidents or surger-
ies.
Support with the development, adjustment and verification of orthopaedic aids for the
individual patient care
Balance analysis and balance training
Gait training in combination with dynamic visual stimulation (cueing) and feedback train-
ing as therapy/rehabilitation measures after a surgery, stroke, with the Parkinson’s dis-
ease as well as other neurologic and orthopaedic disorders
Success control of therapy/rehabilitation measures
2.1.2 Contraindications
The FDM system must not be applied for a barefoot measurement with patients having
open wounds and/or infections on the feet.
Use for gait training with patients with the following contraindications only after approval
through a medical specialist: pregnancy, heart and/or arterial diseases, artificial joints or
prosthesis, fractures, damaged discs or traumatic disease of the spine.
