Description
Overview: Unweight the Arm, Unlocking Independence
The SaeboMAS (Mobile Arm Support) is a zero-gravity, dynamic arm support system designed to assist and challenge a weakened shoulder and elbow. By neutralizing the weight of the limb, it allows patients who previously lacked the strength to move against gravity to perform functional tasks and high-repetition exercises. It effectively bridges the gap between total immobility and functional recovery, providing the “boost” needed to start moving again.
How it Works: Gravity Compensation Technology
The SaeboMAS uses advanced spring-based technology to counteract the effects of gravity, making the arm feel weightless.
- Mechanism: The device features an adjustable spring system that provides a lifting force to the forearm. This “unweights” the arm, allowing the patient to utilize their available muscle power for movement rather than just fighting to hold the arm up.
- Full Range of Motion: Its unique design allows for movement in all planes. Whether you are reaching forward, upward, or sideways, the MAS provides consistent support throughout the entire arc of motion.
- Graded Tension: A clearly visible tension scale allows clinicians and users to adjust the level of assistance. As strength improves, the tension can be dialed down to gradually increase the challenge to the muscles.
How it Helps: From Therapy to Daily Living
- Facilitates Functional Tasks: Allows patients to perform essential activities of daily living (ADLs) such as eating, drinking, brushing teeth, or grooming independently.
- Massed Practice: By reducing fatigue, the SaeboMAS enables the hundreds of repetitions required to trigger neuroplasticity and motor learning.
- Reduces Spasticity: When the shoulder and elbow are supported, the patient doesn’t have to “strain” to move, which often results in a decrease in associated reactions and hand spasticity.
- Standardized Progress: The tension scale provides an objective way to measure and document improvements in proximal arm strength.
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
| Technology | Adjustable spring-based gravity compensation |
| Mounting Options | Clinical Mobile Base (Standard) or Table Mount (SaeboMAS mini) |
| Adjustment | Variable tension knob with an easy-to-read graded scale |
| Cuff Design | Fully articulating forearm cuff to support pronation and supination |
| Safety | Height-adjustable system to accommodate sitting or standing therapy |
| Construction | Industrial-grade aluminum and steel for clinical longevity |
Who Needs the SaeboMAS?
This system is an essential tool for individuals who:
- Experience Arm Weakness or fatigue resulting from a Stroke, TBI, or Spinal Cord Injury.
- Suffer from Shoulder Subluxation or instability.
- Have diagnoses such as ALS, Multiple Sclerosis, Cerebral Palsy, or Muscular Dystrophy.
- Want to participate in task-oriented training but lack the strength to lift their arm independently.
