Hocoma Valedo User manual

User Manual
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This manual applies to Valedo®
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Subject to technical modifications. The most recent user manual is available online
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Copyright Hocoma AG
Last revision: 2018-12-11
VH-UM1.4-en-20181211
Document part number: 30867

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Introduction......................................................................... 4
A Little Background Info…................................................ 4
Chapter 1: Overview and Safety....................................... 5
Getting to Know Valedo®.................................................. 5
The Sensors.................................................................................. 5
The Cable...................................................................................... 6
The Valedo Belt (optional)............................................................ 7
The Computing Device................................................................. 7
The Valedo Case.......................................................................... 7
The Valedo Application ................................................................ 7
Safety Regulations ........................................................... 8
Intended Use................................................................................. 8
Application .................................................................................... 8
Indications..................................................................................... 8
Contraindications.......................................................................... 9
Risk Factors.................................................................................. 10
Limitations of Performance .......................................................... 10
Adverse Effects............................................................................. 10
Maintenance ..................................................................... 10
Firmware Updates ........................................................................ 11
Reporting Adverse Events................................................ 11
Chapter 2: Training Setup ................................................. 12
Initial Training Session ..................................................... 12
Preparing the Training Space ...................................................... 12
Putting on the Sensors ................................................................. 12
Using the Valedo Belt................................................................... 13
Training ............................................................................. 13
Chapter 3: Valedo Application.......................................... 14
Getting Started.................................................................. 14
First Time Installation ................................................................... 14
Home Screen................................................................................ 14
Profile Management ..................................................................... 15
Setting Range of Motion (ROM)................................................... 16
Playing the Exercises ....................................................... 16
Exercise Plan .................................................................... 19
Reporting .......................................................................... 20
Chapter 4: Technical Information..................................... 21
Technical Specifications ................................................... 21
The Sensors.................................................................................. 21
The Cable...................................................................................... 21
The Double-Sided Tape ............................................................... 21
The Valedo Belt (optional)............................................................ 22
General Operating Conditions.......................................... 22
Electromagnetic Compatibility .......................................... 22
FCC and IC Statements ................................................... 23
Managing Computer Network Risks................................. 24
Battery Removal and Disposal......................................... 24
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting.............................................. 25
Troubleshooting ................................................................ 25
Problems with the Sensors .......................................................... 25
Problems While Preparing for a Training Session ...................... 25
Problems During the Training Session ........................................ 26
Alerts ............................................................................................. 27
Chapter 6: Legal Matter ..................................................... 28
Explanation of Symbols Used .......................................... 28
Symbols on Packaging or Device ................................................ 28
Disclaimer ......................................................................... 29
Warranty Terms ................................................................ 29
Warranty terms: USA.................................................................... 29
Warranty terms: EU ...................................................................... 30
Warranty terms: Asia Pacific Region ........................................... 30

Introduction
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Introduction
Welcome and thank you for purchasing Valedo!
If you’re reading this, that means you’re one of millions around the world who suffer
from lower back pain. The good news for you is that you’ve taken an important first
step in treating this lingering epidemic.
Many people don’t know that a Valedo workout can be done in only minutes. Keep
Valedo around for a quick workout before work, during your lunch break or even
while you travel!
For business or pleasure, you’ll find that Valedo is easy to use, engaging and
entertaining.
So what are you waiting for? Let’s get moving!
A Little Background Info…
At Hocoma we’re known for our large physical rehabilitation products such as
Lokomat®, Armeo®and Erigo®, but we are also a pioneering company in the field of
implementing sensor technology into functional therapy for lower back pain. That’s
where Valedo®and its clinical sister products Valedo®Motion and Valedo®Shape
come in.
Find more information on all of our clinical products at www.hocoma.com and more
information on Valedo®at www.valedotherapy.com.
This user manual describes the safe and correct use of Valedo. Follow the safety
information and instructions in the user manual and general safety and hygiene
norms.
When you are training with Valedo you are medically considered a user. For all
other activities with Valedo, you are considered the operator.
Keep this manual handy for quick reference, and read through again from time to
time.
In the interest of ease of reading, we use the male form (he, him, his) when
referring to both male and female.

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Chapter 1: Overview and Safety
Getting to Know Valedo®
Figure 1: Overview of Valedo
Valedo comprises the following components:
•Sensors
•Double-sided medical tape
•Cable for charging or firmware updates
•Valedo case for transport and storage
The Valedo System is understood to mean all components plus your own
computing device.
Trunk and pelvis movements are measured from two wireless sensors attached to
your body and transferred to a personal computing device (such as a tablet). These
movement signals are analyzed and provide accurate real-time functional feedback
in a game setting (Augmented Performance Feedback) of how you are moving and
if you are moving correctly. Augmented Performance Feedback gives you a
motivating and safe way to do movement training. The system monitors your
movement performance and guides you through exercises specifically designed for
general lower back pain therapy.
The Sensors
The two sensors that come with Valedo are lightweight and easy to operate. They
are equipped with one button, one LED and one micro-USB port for charging and
firmware updates.
The LED is only visible when illuminated.
Turning the sensors on and off
If used on a regular basis, awaking the sensors from standby mode is as easy as
gently shaking them. If the sensors are in standby mode for more than 48 hours,
they will enter deep sleep mode.
•If the sensors are in standby mode, gently shake them to wake them up.
•If the sensors are in deep sleep mode, push the button to wake them up.
•To enter deep sleep mode manually, press and hold the button for 4
seconds.
Sensors will enter standby mode after 30 seconds if they do not detect a
computing device to pair to.
Sensors will enter deep sleep mode after approximately 5 minutes when
they cannot connect to your computing device but they sense continual
movement; this is important during transport to save battery power.
Once awake, the sensors will indicate with their LEDs that they are searching for a
Bluetooth® connection (see table below); when Bluetooth has appropriately been
enabled on the computing device, you can pair the sensors to it (see The
Computing Device later in this chapter).
Charging the sensors
1. Plug the micro-USB ends of the charging cable into the sensors.

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2. Plug the regular USB end of the charging cable into your personal computer
OR into an IEC 60950 approved USB charger.
You may have a charger already; many new mobile phones and other
mobile products come with an IEC 60950 compliant USB charger.
Charge the sensors for at least 90 minutes for a full charge.
While the sensors are charging it is impossible to train.
The sensors are equipped with an LED and blinks and flashes to communicate
what it’s doing or if it needs charging. Below is a table with the different LED modes
and their explanations.
LED mode
Sensor
status
Mode explanation
On
Charging—
fully charged
The sensors are plugged in and are
fully charged.
Inverted pulse:
Long on - short
off
Charging—
not fully
charged
The sensors are plugged in but are
not yet fully charged.
Off
Standby
The sensors are not actively
searching for a Bluetooth signal.
Shake to turn sensors back on.
Off
Deep Sleep
The sensors have turned themselves
off. This happens after 48 hours in
standby mode. Press button to turn
sensors back on.
Pulse: Short on –
Long off
Awaiting
connection
The sensor is on and waiting for the
Bluetooth connection with the
computing device.
Slow flash (1
second on, 1
second off)
Connected
The sensor is on and correctly
connected via Bluetooth with the
computing device.
Fast flash (~0.5
second on,~0.5
second off)
Connected—
alert
The sensor is on and connected with
the computing device, but there is a
warning message.*
Triple flash (3x
per second)
Battery low
The sensor is running low on battery
and needs to be charged.*
* Warning messages and low battery alerts will also appear on the computing device.
Do not soak or submerge the sensors in any liquid. Use a damp cloth to
wipe surfaces.
The Cable
The cable that ships with Valedo is a standard USB to dual micro-USB cable. Use
this cable for both charging and firmware updates of the sensors.
Both micro-USB connectors can be used to charge, but only one can be used for
firmware updates. Simply put, you can charge both sensors simultaneously, but
you can only update one sensor at a time. For information on updating the sensors,
see the Maintenance section later in this chapter.
Figure 2: USB head on the left, two micro-USB heads on the right. Micro-USB head in the middle
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The Valedo Belt (optional)
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If you wish to train without using the double-sided medical tape, consider our
specially designed belt.
Figure 3: Training belt. Hand wash and hang dry.
The Computing Device
All training requires a computing device. For a list of supported devices, consult
www.valedotherapy.com. Take care of your computing device by regularly updating
your operating system.
On the computing device you will need to download and install the Valedo
application (see Chapter 3).
Pairing sensors and computing device via Bluetooth
1. Enable Bluetooth on your computing device (usually in “settings” or
“configuration”).
2. Turn on sensors.
3. Open the Valedo application.
4. Create new profile making sure to indicate that you have sensors. See
Chapter 3 for more information on creating a profile.
5. Connect sensors in the Sensor Management screen.
For initial operation you must go through steps 1-5; for subsequent use, the
Bluetooth connection will automatically pair the sensors to the computing device
upon opening the Valedo application.
The Valedo Case
The case Valedo came in did not just keep it safe during its journey to you; the
case will also keep Valedo safe when you store or transport it. See case in Figure
1.
We recommend always keeping the Valedo sensors in the case between training
sessions.
The Valedo Application
The standard Valedo application for lower back therapy is available for free
download. Additional features or applications may be made available for purchase.
The computing device you have will dictate where you need to go to download the
Valedo application; when there, search for “Valedo”. For example: iPad users can
go to the App Store.
For complete details on the Valedo software application, see Chapter 3.
Protect your computing device from viruses.
The Valedo application stores only a minimum amount of information
including the profile information given for each user and their performance
on the exercises they have done.
Regularly check www.valedotherapy.com to see if there are available
updates for the Valedo application.
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Safety Regulations
You must comply with the security precautions listed below and those found
throughout the manual to ensure safe use of Valedo.
Every and all warning messages must be observed without fail.
Valedo sensors are not toys and can present choking hazards. Keep out of
reach of children and pets.
Do not use Valedo if any of the components are damaged or modified.
Take note of indications, contraindications and risk factors before use.
When using tape, use medical tape only.
You must wipe the sensors off before and after use. We recommend a soft
damp cloth.
Use of this equipment adjacent to or stacked with other equipment should be
avoided because it could result in improper operation. If such use is
necessary, this equipment and the other equipment should be observed to
verify that they are operating normally.
Use of accessories, transducers and cables other than those specified or
provided by the manufacturer of this equipment could result in increased
electromagnetic emissions or decreased electromagnetic immunity of this
equipment and result in improper operation.
Portable radio frequency communications equipment (including peripherals
such as antenna cables and external antennas) should be used no closer
than 30 cm (12 inches) to any part of the Valedo, including cables specified
by the manufacturer. Otherwise, degradation of the performance of this
equipment could result.
Intended Use
Valedo will assist to improve back health and to better prevent nonspecific low
back pain, by providing structured exercises combined with Augmented
Performance Feedback. It encourages and enables proper training of essential
muscle groups in the pelvic and lumbar regions. Furthermore, it enhances
movement awareness without the necessary presence of a therapist.
Application
Valedo was designed to be used anywhere the wireless signal between the
sensors and the computing device can be established. The sensors must be kept
at least 1 m (39 in.) from large electromagnetic or ferromagnetic devices (large
speakers, appliances or metallic devices).
Indications
•Non-specific low back pain
•Stability training of trunk and spinal musculature
•Mobility training of spinal column and pelvic girdle
•Training body balance and posture.
If you are unsure if you have an indication, consult with your medical expert (this
may be a doctor, physical therapist or chiropractor). You can still use Valedo if you
have the following conditions, but only in consultation and under supervision of
your medical expert.
•Problems with the sacroiliac joint (e.g. pelvic girdle pain, blocking)
•Fibromyalgia (persistent, widespread pain and tenderness, generally
presents with symptoms of sleep problems, fatigue, joint stiffness, among
others)
•Benign hypermobility syndrome (joint or limb pain with attendant symptoms
of joint subluxation, joint dislocation, among others)
•Neurological conditions (e.g. stroke patients) less than three months after
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•Neurological conditions (e.g. stroke patients) requiring improved trunk
stability and body perception (with little or no apraxia (inability to execute
learned purposeful movements))
•Herniated disk, including post-operative state
•Spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal), including post-operative state
•Stable vertebral fractures
•Ankylosing spondylitis (type of arthritis that may lead to stiffness or fusion of
the vertebrae in the spine) with painful limitation of spinal movement
•Osteoporosis (decrease in bone mass) (light or middling level) with
accompanying pain
•Multiple Sclerosis (central nervous system disease) (non-progressive stage)
with disturbed body perception
•Parkinson's disease (progressive nervous system disorder) with disturbed
body balance and posture.
Contraindications
Valedo is passive in nature insofar as it does not impose any movements on the
user. Instead, it only detect movements and, through the exercises, encourages
the user to complete movements himself. Therefore the same contraindications
apply for Valedo as for any conventional therapy modalities for the same
conditions.
Consequently as for any therapy approach, functional training with Valedo is not
possible or indicated in every case.
Valedo is, in general, used directly without consultation of a medical expert.
However, if you are unsure whether you have a contraindication or risk factor, you
should first consult your medical expert. No training with Valedo may be conducted
in the presence of a contraindication. You can continue to use the Valedo even if
you suffer from a condition listed as risk factor, but only with permission from your
medical expert. If a medical expert is consulted, he must take into consideration the
same factors that are listed below.
The medical expert in charge is always responsible for decisions regarding whether
therapy with Valedo is indicated or not. Specifically, only when the potential
benefits outweigh the potential risks for the individual in question. When deciding
whether Valedo therapy is indicated with a certain patient, the responsible medical
expert must carefully consider that the conditions listed below could increase the
risk of harm to the patient. The lists do not claim to be exhaustive. No training with
Valedo may be conducted in the presence of a contraindication. The presence of
risk factors might require additional safety measures. The more risk factors present
and/or the more serious they are in an individual, the more likely it becomes that
use of the device could also be contraindicated.
The medical expert must also be aware that the risk/benefit profile of a certain
patient could change over the duration of therapy as new information becomes
available. Therefore, the medical expert must continually monitor the results of the
therapy and periodically reconsider if Valedo therapy is still indicated.
Due to the constant advances in medical knowledge and treatment, the medical
expert in charge must continually keep up-to-date by reading the latest scientific
literature and being informed of changes in treatment recommendations.
Valedo is not meant to replace the expertise or experience of a medical expert.
•Bone cancer, including spinal tumors or vertebral metastasis
•Instability of the spine, such as unstable vertebral fractures or in
spondylolisthesis (forward displacement of a vertebra) (grade II or higher),
particularly with neurological signs
•Acute rheumatoid arthritis or acute spondyloarthritis (acute inflammation of
bones or joints)
•Infection of bones or joints
•Acute sacral, lumbar or thoracic nerve root entrapments leading
to sensorimotor function deficits
•Severe level of osteoporosis (decrease in bone mass) or osteomalacia
(bone softening) with latent risk of fracture
•Severe neurological disability, including compression of the spinal cord or
cauda equine (bundle of nerves in the lower back), nerve root compression,
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•Recent serious accidents (e.g. whiplash, spinal contusion) without prior
consultation with a medical expert
•Implanted ferromagnetic materials or active devices within the body
•Spinal fusions within the first three months postoperative
•Skin disease or lesions in the vicinity of sensor placement (including cut or
broken skin, eczema, etc.)
•Patients who have been subjected to long-term bed rest
•Having an implanted pacemaker.
Just like with any other training program, small steps at the beginning are critical in
order to avoid overtraining and consequent injuries. With time your body will adapt
to the training and you will be able to train longer and do more strenuous exercises.
CAUTION: IF AT ANY TIME WHILE USING VALEDO YOU EXPERIENCE
DISCOMFORT, UNUSUAL FATIGUE OR EVEN SLIGHT PAIN, STOP
IMMEDIATELY AND CONSULT A QUALIFIED MEDICAL EXPERT
BEFORE RESUMING VALEDO TRAINING. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
EXCEED A COMFORTABLE RANGE OF MOTION. DISREGARD OF THIS
CAUTION CAN RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY.
Examine yourself regularly for any possible skin irritations or signs of allergic
reactions. If a skin complication from the medical tape arises, discontinue
training and consult a dermatologist.
Risk Factors
•Spondylolisthesis (forward displacement of a vertebra) (grade I without
neurological signs)
•Acute spinal disc hernia (e.g. disc herniation) without nerve compression
•Severe cardiovascular or cerebrovascular event, like a myocardial infarction
(heart attack), aortic aneurysm (enlargement of the aorta) or stroke, within
three months of last incidence
•Severe balance deficits with increased fall risk
•Cognitive deficits which prevent comprehension of exercises
•Pregnancy
•Epileptic seizure within the past two years which are not controlled
medically, or photosensitivity
•Retinal disease which may be exacerbated by watching video games.
If you are unsure whether you have a contraindication or risk factor, you should
first consult your medical expert
Limitations of Performance
•The device is not designed for exercises performed while lying on the back.
•The device was not originally designed for use in open environments (for
example, outdoors).
•The device is not designed to diagnose or analyze movement quality.
•If the Valedo sensors are used skin mounted, they are prone to soft tissues
movements which may not reflect the underlying spinal movement. Users
must be aware of the limitations on the effectiveness of using the sensors if
there are thick adipose tissue deposits (fat) where sensors should be placed.
•Since the Valedo sensors use wireless communication technology
(Bluetooth Low Energy 4.0) within a similar bandwidth as Wi-Fi, there may
be instances where signal loss is experienced.
Adverse Effects
Hocoma AG has exercised great diligence in selecting the materials that are in
contact with our clients in the clinic or at home. These materials have been
assessed for their biological compatibility and are continuously monitored by the
manufacturers. Nevertheless, there is always a small chance that some materials
may lead to allergic reactions in individuals under exceptional circumstances.
Maintenance
Maintenance of Valedo is straightforward. Wipe the sensors with a damp cloth
before and after training and store them in the Valedo case between trainings to
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any residual adhesive should there be any. Before use, make sure the sensors are
charged.
Firmware Updates
The USB to micro-USB cable supplied is used not only for charging but also for
sensor firmware update. The sensor firmware can be updated by inserting the data
transfer micro USB plug into the sensor (see Figure 2) and connect the USB end
into a computer. Check www.valedotherapy.com for firmware updates; follow the
instructions on the screen. Please do NOT unplug the sensor from your computer
while updating the firmware.
Reporting Adverse Events
Adverse events with products of Hocoma which led or could have led to serious
injuries to persons (life-threatening or serious injuries or death) and or damage to
objects must be reported immediately after the adverse event to Hocoma AG by
going to www.valedotherapy.com or by telephone.
After an adverse event the product may only be used again following approval
and release by Hocoma AG.

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Chapter 2: Training Setup
Initial Training Session
Turn on your sensors and pair them to your computing device. Now let’s prepare
the training space and learn where to put the sensors.
Preparing the Training Space
Make sure you have plenty of space around you to safely train. You have the
option of training while holding the computing device or with it standing on a table
in front of you.
Many tablet computing devices have covers that also function as stands.
With some computing devices it is possible to connect it to your television or
computer monitor. Consult the user manual of your computing device for
information.
If you do connect your computing device to your television or computer
monitor, remember to keep the computing device nearby as the sensors are
connected to it and you will have to tap buttons on the screen.
Unplug your computing device from its charging cable for training.
Clear the space around your feet from any cables or other items you may
trip on during training.
Be careful if you train on a rug; the rug might bunch and become a tripping
hazard. We recommend either choosing a new training space or moving the
rug for training.
Make sure the sensors are kept at least 1 m (39 inches) away from any
electromagnetic, ferromagnetic (such as large speakers or appliances) or
metallic objects.
Mobile phones, watches, power adaptors (for a laptop), or other devices
containing magnetic elements can distort sensor signals. Keep these items
an appropriate distance away from the sensors. Walls and floors may also
contain electrical cables, metal pipes or reinforced frames.
Putting on the Sensors
Placing the lower back sensor
Placing the chest sensor
Figure 4: Correct placement of lower back
sensor
Figure 5: Correct placement range of the chest
sensor
1. Wipe the sensors with a damp cloth.
2. Place a piece of double-sided tape on the back of the sensor.
3. Remove the backing of the double-sided tape.
4. Place the sensor. (Make sure micro-USB port is pointing down.)
Wearing a belt for your pants could cause the sensor to fall off or could lead
to sensor signal distortion.
It may be easier the first few times to place the chest sensor without a shirt
and in front of a mirror.
Always unplug sensors from charging cable before placing them on yourself.
We recommend wiping the backside of both sensors and the areas of your
body where the sensors go with a damp cloth and then drying. This will help
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Both sensors are interchangeable and can be used either on the chest or the
lower back.
Take care to place the sensors correctly. If the sensors are placed
incorrectly it may cause different visual feedback and may lead to
exaggerated movements on the screen.
Using the Valedo Belt
Figure 6: Insert sensor.
Figure 7: Hook buckle into loop to close.
Placing sensor in the belt and putting belt on
1. Fit sensor into the belt (see Figure 6).
2. Pull belt around your chest or pelvis.
3. Hook buckle into loop (see Figure 7).
4. Move until sensor is in the correct position, either chest or pelvis (See Figure
4 and Figure 5 for sensor position).
5. Tighten belt until sensors do not shift position while you move.
Check www.valedotherapy.com for belt availability.
Training
Once you have put on the sensors, training can begin. Training involves various
exercises in a game environment; each exercise is designed for you to execute
specific movements.
Start training
Training is done through the Valedo application on your computing device. Tap the
icon to enter the application.
Figure 8: Icon on computing device (example from iPad, icon may look slightly different across
computing devices).
All training exercises are designed to target a specific lower back movement; each
movement will be demonstrated before starting the exercise. Take care to mimic
the movement exactly; this will minimize the risk of improper movements and
injuries stemming therefrom.
Take care not to overtrain, especially during your first sessions with Valedo.
While motivation in training is always positive, prolonged or overtraining can
result in muscle fatigue, which may cause further injury when undertaking
daily tasks. In general, overtraining is exercising more or more intensely than
what your body can reasonably recover from. See the warning under
Contraindications in Chapter 1.
If the exercise requires a movement that is outside of your capabilities, do
not “push” to make the correct movement. The best way to avoid this
situation is to redo the Range of Motion settings to reestablish the limits of
your personal movement range.
Ending the training session
1. Close the software application on your computing device.
2. Remove the sensors.
3. Remove the double-sided tape (from you or the sensors).
4. Dispose of the double-sided tape.
5. Wipe the sensor with a damp cloth.
6. Store the sensors in the Valedo case.

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Chapter 3: Valedo Application
Getting Started
Start up the Valedo application by tapping the icon .
Understand “Tap” as tap or click depending on your computing device.
For a list of supported computing devices, go to www.valedotherapy.com
First Time Installation
Before you can begin training you’ll need to set up Valedo. Tap on the start screen
and if your sensors aren’t on yet, the software will ask you to turn them on and
create your profile. Enter your name, date of birth and sex.
You can always come back and edit your information or add new profiles—which
gives you the chance to share Valedo with others on the same computing device.
After you’ve entered your information, the Valedo application will guide you through
the first sensor calibration and the Range of Motion (ROM) measurements.
Calibration is easy: with your sensors in place, stand still and then bow when
indicated to continue.
Measuring your range of motion is also easy: in the ROM screens you will be
instructed to mimic the pose in the example. Accurately assessing your range of
motion is important because the application must know the limits of your ability to
move in order to precisely recreate your movements on the screen. For more info
on ROM setting, see Setting Range of Motion (ROM) later in this chapter.
If you need additional assistance visit www.valedotherapy.com to learn more about
the movements and ROM.
After the initial setup you’ll be directed to the Home Screen; from there you’re free
to explore the Village!
Home Screen
Figure 9: Home Screen
Here you are on the home screen.
Visit the different neighbors to see what exercises they’re working on.
Swipe left or right to move through the neighborhood.
On the screen:
In the top left-hand corner of the Home Screen you’ll see this
ribbon with the name you entered in your profile. This does not
only indicate who’s playing, it’s also a button! This is a shortcut
to the Profile Management screen.
Quick Therapy: Tap here to simplify the exercise selection
and have Valedo randomly select exercises for you. Unlock
five houses to activate this functionality; only exercises you’ve
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Stretching: Here you will learn and be instructed on how to do
different stretching exercises.
Badges: As you play and progress through the various
exercises, you will earn badges. Here you can see what you’ve
earned and what’s still missing!
Reporting: Curious as to your progress? Here you can see
how long you’ve played, the number of pick-ups collected and
more. See more on reporting on page 20.
Range of Motion: Re-establish your ROM here. The screen is
identical to what you had to do for your initial setup—though it
might be a good idea to revisit this section as you progress in
the game. You might find yourself able to go a bit farther!
Valedo Button: Tap this button to go to
www.valedotherapy.com or to send an email to Valedo.
Sensor Button: Indicates battery level and sensor connection
strength. It is also a shortcut button to the Sensor Management
screen.
Exercise Plan: Tap here to create and manage your personal
exercise plan. More info on page 19.
Information: Clicking this will bring up information regarding
Valedo. On the Home Screen the Info button is in the bottom
right-hand corner.
Profile Management
Figure 10: Profile Management Screen. Notice the Back Up and Restore buttons.
In the Profile Management section you can add, edit or delete profiles. It is also
here where you can back up and restore all profiles you’ve uploaded to iCloud.
You must have iCloud installed on your device.
Tap [Back Up] to upload all profiles to iCloud and tap [Restore] to download your
last uploaded profiles to your current device.
This means you can train across devices that have Valedo and your iCloud
account installed without missing a step!

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Setting Range of Motion (ROM)
Figure 11: Example range of motion screen.
During the initial installation or if you tap the button on the Home screen you
can set, update and track your range of motion (ROM). Setting the correct ROM is
important for accurate gameplay and safe training.
The purpose of establishing your individual ROM is simple: with the ROM values
the software can adjust the exercises to your personal movement ability so they’re
not too difficult or too easy. If the exercises are too difficult it can stint motivation or
increase chance of injury due to overcompensated movements. If the exercises are
too easy, they quickly become boring.
How it’s done
The software will show you a pose to mimic; you must hold that pose briefly and
tap [Capture], the software then calculates your range of motion for that specific
movement. The range of motion bar must be green (see Figure 11); this is to
ensure the range of motion is sufficiently large for sensible exercise movement and
playability. If it is red, you will not be able to tap [Capture] and move on to the next
movement. There are multiple poses but setting the range of motion should not
take more than a minute.
In the ROM screens, the figure is doing a MIRROR image pose of the one
you must do. Imagine the movement tutor is a little mirror.
Playing the Exercises
Let’s say you’re in the Torso District. The houses on the left represent the first
exercise you can do. Unlock the houses in the middle and the right side of the
district by completing these exercises.
For each exercise take the robot out to gather gems. When you’ve returned you’ll
have the resources to build up the house and unlock new movements and districts!
The size of the house indicates the level of difficulty you’ve achieved so far in the
exercise (see Figure 9).
Tap one of the buildings in a district to get started. You’ll see the exercise
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Figure 12: Example of a training introduction screen.
In order for you to advance to the next level, you must complete a progress
challenge. For example, to go from level 1 to 2, the challenge might be “stay on the
line continuously for 90 seconds”. During the exercise a special challenge progress
bar will display (see Figure 15) and only when you’ve completed the challenge will
the next level be available to you.
If a progress challenge requires a different exercise configuration than what is
currently applied (e.g. requires at least 4 minutes of exercise time, and the time is
only set to 2 minutes), you will see an [Activate] button (see Figure 13). Tap to
automatically configure the exercise so the progress challenge can be attempted.
Tapping [Activate] will set the minimum configuration for the challenge. If, for
example, the exercise requires at least 4 minutes of playtime, tapping
[Activate] will set the exercise to 4 minutes, but you can always set more
time.
You can also manually change the configuration in order to activate the
challenge.
Figure 13: Tap [Activate] to automatically set the necessary conditions to attempt the challenge.
There are also replay challenges. This is a fun way to challenge yourself while
replaying a level. After unlocking a new difficulty you will also have the opportunity
to attempt replay challenges for the levels you’ve already unlocked to achieve a
higher score.
Figure 14: Example of a replay challenge.
In the introduction screen you’ll also have the chance to toggle the exercise mode.
In general, the exercise modes are as follows:
•Precision: how precisely you control the movements of both sensors
•Isolated Precision: how precisely you control the movement of one sensor
while holding the other still (available from level 3)
•Stabilization: how well you hold a position
•Isolated Stabilization: how well you hold a position concentrating on one
sensor while maintaining the other still (available from level 3)

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•Free Mode: do squats at your own pace, not according to the timing bar as
in Precision and Stabilization
Not all modes are available for all exercises.
Exercise modes are explained in the application.
You can see your previous high score and your bests in three movement
categories: accuracy, smoothness and isolation.
•Accuracy rates how precise your movements were toward the exercise goal.
•Smoothness rates how smooth your movements were.
•Isolation (only for isolation modes) rates how well you moved one sensor
while keeping the other still.
Tapping [Play] will bring you right into the exercise. There will be a quick calibration
and then a brief introduction of the movement. After that, away you go!
Do the movements as demonstrated to correctly move the robot—and if you’re not
moving correctly, it’ll let you know! Some exercises require you to follow a path,
some to fly through hoops and some have completely different goals. Make sure to
read the instructions at the start of each exercise so you know what you’re to do!
Figure 15: Example of in-game screen. Notice the challenge progress bar showing you how close
you are to completing the challenge.In this example, the line to follow has been widened by a
powerup; there are 14 seconds left until the power-up runs out.
On the screen:
Time remaining
Points earned
Point multiplier
Energy bar: Shows how much energy you have.
Get energy by following the path, jumping through
hoops, and more!
Power-up gem (not shown in image above):
Collect these rare gems to earn a temporary
power-up!
Power-up timer: Once you’ve collected a power-
up gem, this timer shows you how long the power-
up will last.
Pause button: (in exercise) Allows you to
calibrate, quit the exercise or simply take a
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Movement tutor button: (in exercise) Tapping
this icon in the bottom right-hand corner during
gameplay will expand an in-exercise hint on how
to properly execute the move for the game. It will
shrink back down after two seconds.
Invert left/right and up/down: Tapping [Pause]
will give you the option to toggle the hip
movement control, where available.
Exercise Plan
The exercise plan feature allows you to set an exercise schedule of your choosing.
Enter the number of weeks you would like your exercise plan to span and fill in for
each week the exercises you would like to do, the number of repetitions and
difficulty.
Figure 16: Exercise plan.
On the screen:
Edit button: click to change number of weeks
in your plan and to add or remove exercises to
these weeks.
Report button: click to generate a report on
your exercise progress. See more on reporting
on page 20.
Exercise settings: click the left and right
arrows to change the exercise mode, difficulty
and exercise duration.
Click to exit the exercise plan screen and
return to the village.
Click to quit the current exercise plan, start the
current exercise plan over, or begin a new
exercise plan.
If you quit in the middle of a exercise plan
in progress, information will be saved as
unfinished exercise plan in the report.
Click to begin the exercises as laid out by you
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Reporting
The reporting section allows you to view your activity and progress over a specified
period.
Figure 17: Exercise report.
There are three types of reports, each with varying levels of detail, that you can
view or share:
•Basic
•Advanced
•Exercise Plan
On the screen:
Overview: Select Basic, Advanced or Exercise
Plan and see a general overview of information
derived from your activity.
Share button: click to generate and share the
report (Basic, Advanced, Exercise Plan).
View button: click to generate and view the
complete report (Basic, Advanced, Exercise
Plan).
Click to exit Reporting and return to the village.