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Flex-Ion devices are designed to restore strength, flexibility and coordination to the muscles of the fingers, hands and forearms.

The device is suitable for home use and for use by physiotherapists, movement therapists and physiotherapists.

6 strength levels

The resistance (strength) of the device is indicated by different colours.

• Beige | 0.35kg
• Yellow | 0.7kg
• Red | 1.4kg
• Green | 2.3kg
• Blue | 3.2kg
• Black | 4.1kg

In general, a lighter resistance device is required at the start of rehabilitation and as you improve and gain strength, you may need to use a higher resistance device.

General use

The Flex-Ion is used in conditions where muscle strength, range of motion has deteriorated or coordination problems have developed. This is most often the result of stroke, spinal injury or surgery. But it can also occur as a result of an accident, forced immobility after a sports injury, or even a fracture in a cast. 

Whatever the case, you should seek the help of a specialist (physiotherapist, movement therapist, etc.) to rehabilitate and regain your original abilities. 

They will help you identify the exercises that will help you regain the lost ability. A professional should determine which resistance Flex-Ion to choose. In general, start with a weaker one and change to a stronger one as strength is regained. A device with too strong a resistance for the condition may even make the complaints worse (due to overuse). 

Fingertips 1

Mark the Flex-Ion device. Your fingertips should be on the buttons. The thumb is on the device. Flex your fingers simultaneously (as if you were making a fist) while pressing the keys. Perform the exercises in a slow, comfortably paced motion. Hold down for a few seconds and release. Repeat 10 to 15 times.

Full-contact

Mark the Flex-Ion device. Your fingers should reach your opposite thumb. Squeeze your fingers together while pressing all the keys. Hold down for a few seconds and release. Repeat 10 to 15 times.

One finger

Place your index finger on one of the Flex-Ion keys, opposite your thumb. Flex your index finger and thumb simultaneously while pressing down on the key. 

Move at a slow, comfortable pace. Hold down for a few seconds and release. Repeat 10 to 15 times. 

Then switch to the middle finger and repeat. Do it all the way through with all fingers.  

Fingertips 2

Hold the Flex-Ion device in your hand. Your fingertips should be on the buttons, facing your thumb. Flex your fingers simultaneously while pressing the keys. Perform the exercises in a slow, comfortably paced motion.Hold for a few seconds and release. Repeat 10 to 15 times.

Thumb "pinch"

Hold the device. Your index finger should be at the bottom while your thumb is on the first button. Press the first button with your thumb.

"Tricky" pull

Hold the device by hand. Your index finger should be on the second button. Press the second button as if you were pulling a trigger. 

Just a few examples! There are many other movements that can be performed with the device, which your movement therapist or physiotherapist will help you to master. 

Suggestions

• Perform the exercise with a slow, comfortable pace. Keep the buttons pressed for a few seconds and release. 
• Repeat the same movement 10-15 times. Aim to do more repetitions each day 
• Don't overdo it, as overworking an already weak muscle can cause uncomfortable pain. The main thing is patience and gradualness!
• Once you have the required number of repetitions of a particular exercise, move on to the next exercise.
• Once you have completed the exercise, repeat the whole set.
• A physiotherapist or movement therapist will help you to set up the exercise set and determine the number of repetitions. He/she will monitor your progress and may suggest modifications from time to time. The change, the gradual increase in load, is necessary to regain strength!