Physical Therapy Ashley DeMarco “bettering the office”

The Problem Create better work environment Make rehabilitation programs easier to follow Create easier at home rehabilitation programs

The Software VHI PC-Kits Software Available on the alimed website

Design of software Designed to create individual home exercises programs Allows to print out exercise programs for patients to take home Programs can be saved and later modified as the patient progresses Has a database of all the most appropriate exercises Low Price of: $150.75

Second Software Coincides with the first piece of software Can be purchases on same website Can be chosen from a list of different software modules Determined by types of exercises/patients in office Must purchase at least one to have first software function Different modules Orthopedic Exercise & Rehab Stretching Exercises Closed Chain Exercises Strength Training Body Mechanics

Equipment Laptop capable of conducting software Laser Printer Set of REP bands Rotating Weight Rack Vinyl Coated Dumbbells

Asus Laptop ASUS Model: X555LA-SI50203H Notebook: 15.6” display Windows 8 6 GB Memory, 1TB hard drive Price at Best Buy: $ Has enough memory/storage to hold the software and modules Is more portable than a PC Why purchase it?

Epson: Wireless Printer Epson - WorkForce WF-2650 Wireless All-In-One Printer – Black Best Buy: $69.99 Fax/Prints/Copies/ Scans Can be placed anywhere in the office Can print the rehab programs, and fax them to patients Won’t break the budget WHY?

REP Bands 5 different colors Colors determine level For multi-functional exercise use No powder, no odor Non-slip, non-latex Can be cut and given to patient for at-home exercises Convenient for resistance exercise Price: $ Medical Device Depot

Dumbbells Consists of 1lb through 10lb weights Each weight is a different color Can be used to help endurance exercises Can be used to strength weakened muscles No-slip, easy grip vinyl coating Price: $ Set of 10 Medical Device Depot

Rotating Weight Rack Rotates 360◦ for easy access Built-in REP band dispenser Hooks for 20 dumbbells Holds all of the other equipment mentioned previously Keeps work area organized and clean Price: $ Medical Device Depot

Closing… This software can create easier workout programs, and an easier way for a patient to remember their workouts. The equipment helps for a safer, more organized work environment for both the patient and the Physical Therapist. √