Biometrics E-Link
What you need to know
E-Link, from Biometrics, is a wireless dongle data recording system that can be attached to a wide variety of rehabilitative equipment also designed by Biometrics. It is designed to aid in the transmission of data regarding a patients movements. These movements are used to control proprietary games that encourage desired movements in order to complete objectives. A number of peripherals exist to challenge specific aspects of movement in a wide variety of patient populations. Some useful peripherals include:
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Upper Limb Excerciser: For active and active resisted upper extremity exercise of the wrist, forearm, elbow and shoulder
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Grip and pinch dynamometer: For hand strength + motor function
Intended Patient Population
The Biometrics E-Link and its associated equipment are intended for a wide range of patients. From their website, these include:
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Hand Therapy
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Stroke Rehabilitation
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Pediatric Rehabilitation
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Spinal Injury Rehabilitation
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Neuro Rehabilitation
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Medical Evaluation
From a search of evidence, the only neurological condition with high quality evidence was cerebral palsy.
Evidence
Cerebral Palsy
Rostami et al., 2012
RCT PEDro: 7/10
Technology: Biometrics E-Link Upper Limb Exerciser
Deficits Targeted: Upper limb function
Interested?
The Biometrics website does not list prices for their equipment. If you would like to get a quote, they encourage you to fill out this form.