Muz-mo is a biofeedback device intended as an aid for patients exercising under the guidance of their physiotherapist or doctor. It is of particular value to patients recovering from stroke or brain injury.
By giving an audible signal when a patient achieves or exceeds a set movement, Muz- mo gives them encouragement and assurance that they are moving correctly. Such feedback can enable patients to continue to exercise without needing the therapist’s constant close supervision. This can greatly increase the amount of exercise undertaken and potentially benefit recovery.
Muz-mo can be used to monitor the movement of a foot, hand, leg or arm relative to another part of the body or to a fixed object. It can be used in a wide range of activities including walking.
The audible signal removes the need for the patient to try to view the movement, which at times can be very difficult; thus allowing the patient to adopt an appropriate posture and balance.
Muz-mo can be adjusted so that the movement target can be easily and finely varied to meet the patient's needs as they progress.
A Muz-mo unit is designed to be used many times by one patient during their rehabilitation period.
The control box switch can be set so the signal sounds when the monitored limb is moved towards the box (mode 1) or when it is moved away from the box (mode 2). The switch should be left in the central position (0), turning the device off, when it is not in use.
IMPORTANT: So that they do not slip out of position, both control box and locator need to be held firmly in place but straps must not be over-tightened so as to restrict blood flow. When wrapping a strap around a limb, check you can easily insert a finger between the strap and the body to ensure the strap is not over tight. Do not use the straps over any wounds, broken or irritated skin. Always ensure no part of a strap or link trails on the ground to cause a trip hazard.
Note: Usually attaching and adjusting Muz-mo can be done with the patent seated. It may be helpful to place a wedge or other support under the foot or limb to support it the target position while adjustments are being made.
We welcome any comments or observations arising from your experience of using
Muz-mo. Please email: info@muz-mo.com
The 9V PP3 battery should provide at least 40 hours of continuous signal sounding (many more hours of Muz-mo use). The battery should be checked prior to use by moving the switch to the mode 2 position with no tension applied to the link: the signal will sound if the battery has sufficient charge.
To save battery power, the device should be turned off when not in use.
If the buzzer ceases to operate when a muz-mo unit is switched on, the battery may need replacing. Muz-mo uses one 9 Volt PP3 type alkaline battery. Carefully lever up the lid using a flat screwdriver inserted into the two slots in the control box front face (see picture) and gently pull off the lid. The battery may then be pulled out and the contacts unclipped. After replacing with a new battery, gently press the lid back on to clip it into position. Press the box sides to fully seat the lid into the locating grooves.
Operating Voltage | 9v |
Operating Temperature | 10C to 40C |
Battery Storage Temperature | 10C to 25C |
Sound output at 20cm2 | >75dB |
Tone | Continuous |
Battery Life | 40 hours continuous sounding signal |
Control Box Dimensions | 65mm x 40mm x 40mm |
Weight of control box, link, strap A andstrap C | 148g |
Weight of carrying box and contents | 570g |
If your unit requires servicing or if you would like to obtain spare parts, or require straps of a different length to the ones provided, then please contact your authorised distributor or info@muz-mo.com
Catalogue Number | Description |
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M1A | Strap A |
M2B | Strap B |
M3C | Strap C |
M4D | Strap D |
M5L | Link |
M6X | Link |
M5L | Customised strap- please specify A,B,C, or D and length required |
M7EL | Elastic loop for link |
M8RSL | Return silicone loop |
Jenny Quaill - Gold Coast Hospital
Sally Horsley - The Townsville Hospital
Jenny Quaill - Gold Coast Hospital