5th Sep 2024
Posted by Lynn Perkes MS, AT, PTA on
Activforce 2 VS Hoggan MicroFET 3 : A Comparison Guide
In the world of therapeutic rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, the ability to assess the strength of muscles that cross the joints to produce movement, and the range of motion in which those movements occur, are essential to establish patient baselines, therapeutic exercise goals, and to quantify their progress overtime.
The ability to accurately and objectively (consistent testing techniques and methodologies) assess muscle strength/force and joint range of motion with one device (dynamometer and inclinometer combination) provides a more convenient tool for the documentation of human performance while providing increased patient engagement, motivation, and compliance to rehabilitation protocols.
ProHealthcareProducts.com sells two such devices, the Activforce 2 from ActivBody, Inc. and the MicroFET 3 from Hoggan Scientific . The chart below provides comparative information of these two products. ( Note: NA = information Not Available)
The MicroFET 3 Kit Includes:
- Device
- Flat Transducer Pad, Curved Transducer Pad, Digit Transducer Pad,
- Hand and Leg Straps to secure the device
- Immobilization Belt
- Muscle Testing and ROM Usage Charts
- Carrying Case
| Product Feature | Activforce 2 | MicroFET 3 |
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| Warranty | One-year limited warranty of hardware and accessories from date of purchase. | One-year limited standard parts and Labor warranty from date of purchase |
| Device Specifications | Weight: 1.93 lbs. (.87 kg)
Length: 3.7 in (9.5 cm) Width: 3.1 in (7.8 cm) Height: 1.3 in (3.3 cm) |
Weight of 2.45 lbs) includes “case” NA |
| Force Measurement Range & Accuracy | 0 to 200 lb (90 kg) ± 1.4 Ib (0.64kg) +5% of applied force 1.4 lb (0.64 kg) +5% of applied force |
0 to 150 lb (68 kg)
Accuracy within 1% of muscle testing reading Low Threshold – 0.8 lb. to 150 lbs. in 0.1 lb increments High Threshold – 3.0 lbs. to 150 lbs. in 0.1 lb. increments |
| Range of Motion Measurement Range & Accuracy | 180° ROM ±1° for angles measured from 0° to 33°, ±3% of the measured angle when > 33° | 180° ROM
Accuracy within 1 ROM testing reading |
| System Requirement | Android 8 or higher, iOS 13 or higher | Stand alone device |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth 4.1 | Bluetooth enable with optional clinical or FET data collection software |
| Operating Distance | Up to 7 ft / 2 m from mobile device | NA |
| Battery & Battery Life | 1 AAA battery Approx. 6 mo | Rechargeable lithium ion battery |
| Strength Test Default Settings:
Unit Measurement # Strength Tests for each motion Duration in seconds of each strength test |
Imperial (lbs)
Metric (kg) Newton (N) • Peak Force-Right • Peak Force-Left • Strength Diff. • % Difference 1, 2, or 3 # seconds |
Imperial (lbs) Metric (kg) Newton (N) |
| Range of Motion Test Default Settings: | Active, Passive, or Both
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| Reports Dashboard |
• Force Test Report
• Angle measurement Test Report |
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| Test Transducer Pads | Flat • Curved/Arched | • Flat • Curved/Arched • Digit |
| Test Straps & Belt – to hold device in place | Hand & Leg Straps Belt loop plate Fixation Belt | Hand & Leg Straps Belt loop plate Fixation Belt |
| Software Options | Symmetry comparison and progress overtime reports | MicroFET Software package FET Data Collection Software Package |
| Wall Pack Power
Supply
Carrying Case |
Yes
Yes |
Yes
Yes |
| OTHER |
• Stores up to 30 tests
• Self-activating “sleep” mode after 3 minutes of non-use |
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| Included with the product | The Activforce 2 Kit Includes:
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The MicroFET 3 Kit Includes:
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Both of these combination dynamometer and inclinometer testing devices are high quality products used to enhance the evaluation and treatment of individuals with various musculoskeletal injuries and conditions. For more in-depth information, access to the User’s Manual for each oof these products is provided below.
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Activforce 2 User’s Manual |
Activforce 2 |
MicroFET 3 |
MicroFET 3 User’s Manual |
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