Foreward – Activeforever Phoenix Model 1850 Knee CPM User Manual
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FOREWARD
This manual has been written for operators of the Furniss Corporation Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) Therapy Unit.
It contains general information for operation, precautionary instructions and maintenance recommendations. In order to obtain
maximum life and efficiency from your Furniss Corp CPM Unit, and to assist in the proper operation of the unit, read and
understand this manual thoroughly. It is recommended that all clinicians and support personnel become familiar with the
operating procedures, as well as the indications, contraindications, warnings and precautions prior to administering patient
treatment.
Product Description
Continuous Passive Motion is a postoperative procedure designed to aid in patient recovery after joint surgery, soft tissue
surgical procedure or trauma. The treatment method has been practiced for more than 30 years. This unit is typically used
postoperatively for total knee replacement and Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) repairs.
After extensive joint surgery patient attempts at joint flexion can cause considerable pain, dissuading the patient from effective
joint motion. Failure to achieve proper rehabilitative flexion can lead to stiffening of the tissue around the joint. Eventually, this
condition may cause intra-articular adhesions (formation of scar tissue) and extra-articular contractures (shortening of a muscle
or tendon), resulting in a limited range of motion for the joint.
Passive range of motion moves the joint gradually and slowly without the use of the patient’s muscles. The device is applied
post-operatively and can be used in both inpatient and outpatient therapy regimens. The physician will prescribe usage
instructions, including the speed of the machine, the duration of usage, amount of motion and the rate of motion increase.
Various studies have concluded that patients using a CPM machine following surgery generally reduce the risk of complications
and require less pain medication than those who do not use the CPM device after the same type of surgery.
About the Manufacturer
As a US based medical manufacturer, The Furniss Corporation builds Continuous Passive Motion (CPM) devices for the upper
and lower extremities. The durable, user friendly devices are built to withstand the rigorous hospital and home care
environment. Furniss Corp also manufactures patient softgoods and offers a comprehensive technical service and repair
center. Expect same-day shipping, immediate access to educated product professionals and strong product lines with
exceptional performance. Visit the website at KneeCPM.com to experience the interactive tour.