The Isometer Mode of Use
The IDO Isometer is supplied with detailed user instructions but here is a summary of the usage procedure.
Preparation
- Insert 2 x AAA (1½ volt) batteries
- Clip foot and arm straps to the rings on the device
- Press On/Off button once to light blue led
Patient positioning
- Ask patient to stand (if possible) with arm held at 90° of abduction in the scapular plane
- Place wrist in pronation, the palm facing downwards
- Loop arm strap over wrist with the arm at maximum span
- Hold foot strap firmly to the floor with your foot
Measurement
- Instruct patient to pull up with all his/her strength with the elbow kept straight when the device beeps once and to continue pulling until it double beeps
- Press the Start button to start data collection
- Double beep signals that data collection is complete
- The measurement is displayed and automatically saved to memory
- Press Kg/Lb button to see measurement in alternative unit
Memory function
- Built-in memory saves last 10 measurements
- Hold down Memory button to enter memory mode
- Memory store numbers (01 – 10) and stored measurements display in turn
- To select previous measurement press Memory button once
- Press Kg/Lb button to see measurement in alternative unit
- Hold down Start button for three seconds to erase all saved measurements
Turning off
- Press On/Off button
- Note: Auto-Off function automatically turns off device after one minute of inactivity