CSMI Norm 2007 Onwards
Manufacturers web site: www.csmisolutions.com
Online help pages: www.isokinetic.info
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Distributors Worldwide via local agents: Computer Sports Medicine Inc. Mail : Phone : +1 781-297-2034 Fax : +1 781-297-2039 Email :
info@csmisolutions.com |
Manufacturers Technical Specification:
| Mode | Speeds | Resistance |
| Isokinetic Concentric | 0.1-500 degrees per second | 500 Ft/lbs / 678 Nm |
| Isokinetic Eccentric | 0.1-500 degrees per second | 500Ft/lbs / 678Nm |
| CPM | 1-150 degrees per second | 300Ft/lbs / 406 Nm |
| Isometric | Not Applicable | 500 Ft/lbs / 678 Nm |
| Isotonic | Not Applicable | 500Ft/lbs / 678Nm |
Movements Available:
| Shoulder |
Abduction/Adduction Horizontal Abduction/Adduction Internal/External rotation (Seated, Standing, 90 degree abduction, 90 degree flexion) PNF (two patterns) |
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Elbow |
Extension/Flexion |
| Wrist |
Pronation/Supination Radial/Ulnar Deviation Extension/Flexion
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| Hip |
Abduction/Adduction Horizontal Abduction/Adduction Extension/Flexion Internal/External Rotation
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| Knee |
Extension/Flexion (Prone and Seated) Tibial Internal/External Rotation
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| Ankle |
Plantar/Dorsi Flexion (prone and supine) Inversion/Eversion
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| Trunk (option) | Extension/Flexion |
| Other (optional) |
Leg Press/ Chest Press (closed chain unit) Work simulation tools (20 patterns in total) Handle (small/large) Spherical Handle (small, fluted, oval) Screwdriver Hand tool Gripping device |
CSMI History:
Computer Sports Medicine International (CSMI) first became involved with isokinetics in 1980. President and CEO Rich Potash teamed with Cybex (a division of Lumex) to design a PC based computer system for the new Cybex II
In 1982 Cybex produced the Cybex II and started sales in over 20 countries. CSMI released the HUMAC System for the Cybex II
With installations at MIT, MGH, and the U.S. Olympic Training Center. Based on the Apple //e the HUMAC was the first computer/software system to replace the Cybex II Chart Recorder. HUMAC was the first computerized isokinetic data analysis system for the MAC computer system. 1983 CSMI releases the HUMAC Computer System for the IBM PC integrating into the Cybex II main systems
1986 CSMI releases HUMAC upgrades for the Cybex Orthotron II, KT-1, and KT-2 machines and starts exporting software.
The upgrades include custom torque and position sensors along with a modified version of the HUMAC program allowing the Orthotron and KT systems to provide isokinetic testing at a reduced cost. Cybex brand's international presence expanded and developed in the late 1980s. With sales agents in more than 40 countries, the company saw international sales increase 70 percent in 1988, exceeding projections. That year Lumex expanded its product offerings to international clients to include Cybex Back Systems and Cybex Fitness Systems
1988 Cybex Medical, asked CSMI to design and manufacture the Cybex 1000, 1100, and 1200, a low-cost line of isokinetic testing devices based on the Cybex Orthotron Actuator. At the same time they start to buy the HUMAC software for their extremity systems.
CSMI re-designed the actuator incorporating a strain gauge torque sensor and optical encoder position sensor. CSMI establishes manufacturing and testing of the new actuators at the Cybex Owatonna facility. CSMI provides manufacturing and support of the custom interface boards and HUMAC software. The HUMAC software is adapted to English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, and Japanese.
Lumex initiated advisory boards of medical and fitness professionals to help improve existing equipment designs as well as originate new designs. New products included the fourth generation of the Cybex Extremity Testing and Rehabilitation System (Cybex 6000), introduced in 1991.
1991 CSMI designs the Smart Analog Module (SAM) available to all isokinetic extremity system manufacturers.
1992 CSMI releases the HUMAC interface with automatic speed control allowing operators to create automated protocols.
The Cybex 6000 was a technological step forwards for Cybex as the system provided both powered (eccentric) and non-powered (concentric) options and continuous passive motion (CPM).
In 1995 Lumex released the Cybex NORM a single chair / dynamometer configuration, after extensive study of the industry design of T-base and elbow-based machines with tethered computer carts. The engineers and product specialists developed a superior and patented sliding chair / fixed dynamometer configuration with integrated computer system. This remains the industry standard into 2010.
Choosing to focus business operations in the fitness industry, Cybex sold its line of isokinetics testing and physical rehabilitation equipment in 1997. Henley Healthcare purchased the product line and licensed the Cybex brand for the equipment.
1997 CSMI buys the rights to the Cybex II and Cybex II+ systems offering full software and PC updates.
1998 CSMI releases new PC and software systems for the Cybex 300 and Back Systems. This means all previous versions of the Cybex isokinetics systems can now be fully upgraded to modern computers and software. This 'never obsolete' approach sets Cybex apart from the other equipment manufacturers and continues to this day.
1999 CSMI then acquired the rights to the complete Cybex isokinetic testing product line (Cybex II, 300, Back Systems, 6000, and NORM) from 2000 CSMI releases the HUMAC upgrade for the Cybex 6000. The HUMAC replaces the original 6000 DOS-based Computer, Software, DCB, and SCB with the HUMAC Windows software and high-speed, dual-processor, USB-based HUMAC Controller.
2001 CSMI releases the HUMAC upgrade for the Cybex NORM. The HUMAC replaces the original NORM Computer, Windows 3.1 Software, ATIC and NDCB with the HUMAC Windows software and high-speed, dual-processor, USB-based HUMAC Controller.
2002 CSMI purchases the Cybex NORM Systems product line from Znetics. The purchase includes all designs, patents, inventory, and tooling for the continued production and support of the NORM system.
2003 CSMI ships the first new NORM Extremity System powered by the HUMAC Computer System.
2007 CSMI releases the new Norm with a changed and developed software interface. Increased reporting capabilities. Proprioceptive modes. Stand alone modules for researchers and universities. A group screening module to continue to support the sports teams (including the NFL) using the systems world wide. The dynomometer is changed to a brush-less motor allowing the torque level to increase at the higher speed range. A new digital servo amplifier is released increasing data samples from 100 to 5000 samples per second available for the system and for external acquirement through a dedicated board.
2009 CSMI releases integration of touch screen technology and full EMG support.
