Clinical Guidelines
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ODFSIII set up flow diagram part 2
A step by step guide to setting up the ODFSIII and solving clinical problems Part 2 covers adjusting the device for walking. -
“Tips and Tricks: Attaching a footswitch without shoes”
This brief article outlines using an ankle support to allow a patient to fix their footswitch without needing shoes when using FES.
Clinical Advice
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Feedback on the ODFS Leg Cuff
An review of the ODFS Leg Cuff and feedback since its launch. -
Neurophysiology applied to FES set-up
A presentation that discusses the different paramaters on the ODFS Pace in relation to there effects on individuals gait and neurophysiology. This presentation is aimed at helping you to clinically reason the changes you make to the parameters on the device. -
New ODFS Pace Software v1.4
An introduction to new ODFS Pace software v1.4 and its key features. -
Upper Limb FES positions From Birmingham Clinic April 2017 FES User Day
FES Userday 2017 A selection of upper limb electrode positions -
2 Chan use. Unusual electrode positions and other tips
FES Userday 2017 2 Channel use. Unusual electrode positions and other tips. Christine Singleton. West Midland Rehab Centre. -
Upper limb tips and tricks
FES Userday April 2017 Presentation slides showing the standard treatment pathways and stimulation techniques for upper limb therapies. -
How to set up a dropped foot stimulator
FES Userday April 2017 Tips and tricks on using teh ODFS Pace. -
Trouble shooting workshop questions and answers
FES Userday April 2017 A questionnaire was sent out in advance of the meeting asking for questions that attendees would like to ask. -
Using a double footswitch with an ODFS® Pace/Pace XL
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The use of electrical stimulation to aid stretching of the long finger flexors.
A useful tip on how to use electrical stimulation to aid a stretch of the long finger flexors. -
Making FES more versatile (Newsletter article)
This article provides information on how FES can be versatile in terms of how it is worn. This can be of great benefit to individuals as often they are concerned about how FES will work with different items of clothing. -
Tips and Tricks – How to reduce toe clawing with FES
A quick tip on how FES can be used to reduce toe clawing both when walking and putting on shoes. -
Clinical FES Tips
Clinical tips presentation delivered at the FES User Day in Sheffield on the 26th June 2014. -
Routine Footswitch and Lead Checks
FES users vary greatly in their interest and ability to manage the technical aspects of using FES. It is essential therefore to use clinic appointments as an opportunity to check through equipment for any signs of wear and tear and to replace items ... -
A Little Bit about Batteries
A review of the types of batteries available, their characteristics and performance in relation to OML stimulators. -
Skin Irritation Case Study part 2 November 2013
This is an article that follows the progress of a patient with acute skin irritation, which developed soon after commencing an FES programme for drop foot. -
Fine tuning stimulation parameters
This article explains why default settings for drop foot stimulator ramps and extension were chosen for the ODFS Pace and when and how they should be adjusted. -
“Tips and Tricks: Footswitch Connections”
This article offers solutions for managing the problem of accidental footswitch disconnection, during the use of drop foot stimulation. -
Skin irritation information sheet (Clinician)
Advice for clinicians in preventing and managing skin irritation associated with electrical stimulation. -
Skin irritation information sheet (User)
Advice for users of electrical stimulation on the prevention and management of skin irritation. -
Skin Irritation Audit 2011
Summary of the findings of the Skin irritation audit, conducted at National Clinical FES Centre Salisbury in 2011. -
“Tips and Tricks: belt clip, velcro strap & velcro dots”
Description of attachment of ODFS® Pace to belt clip and use of leg strap. Use of velcro dots to attach footswitch in shoe. -
FES and mental capacity
A person’s potential to use FES, from the point of view of their mental capacity should be a distinct consideration when setting up FES. In Sheffield, we have had several occasions where the issue of mental capacity has not been clear-cut. ... -
Swansea FES service: recent developments and outcome measures
This presentation describes the development of the FES service in Swansea. It also describes the outcome measures used, including speed and PCI over 10metres and patient surveys. The RS scan and Silicaon Coach are also introduced and may be used in gathering ... -
Electrode Position Revision
This newsletter article describes the common electrode positions used for treating dropped foot. These include standard position, reverse polarity and popliteal fossa. -
ODFSIII set up flow diagram part 1
ODFS III Set up flow diagram. Part 1 A step by step guide setting up the ODFS III and solving clinical problems Part 1 covers placing the ... -
ODFS Pace setup flow diagram part 1
A step by step guide to the clinical setup of the ODFS pace for the correction of drop foot. Part 1 goes through placing the electrodes and solutions for clinical problems you may encounter. -
ODFS Pace Clinical Setup Flow Diagram part 2
A step by step guid to the clinical setup of the ODFS Pace Part 2 describes how to use the device in walking and ofers solutions for clinical problems you may encounter -
ODFS Pace crib sheet for the exercise menu software 1.2
The exercise menu at a glance. This easy-to-use summary sheet is handy when setting the ODFS Pace exercise parameters when using software v.1.2. -
ODFS Pace crib sheet for the Finetune menu
The NEW SETUP and FINETUNE menus at a glance. A handy crib sheet for adjusting the parameters when setting up the ODFS Pace for dropped foot. -
Using Frequency in the ODFS® Pace
This newsletter article describes the affect of changing frequency when treating FES patients. The older stimulator, the ODFS ® III had a fixed frequency, however the ODFS® Pace has the ability to vary the frequency from 20-60Hz. The clinical ...