ErgoAnalysis
This page summarizes what you need for a measurement and information on required equipment and accessories.
Equipment included in the ErgoAnalysis system package delivery
Equipment | Description | QTY / project day | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|
ErgoShirt 3 | Shirt to measure upper body EMG data | At least one of proper size/participant.
Sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL | |
MShorts 3 (optional depending on the case) | Shorts to measure lower body EMG data | At least one of proper size.
Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL | |
MCell 3 datalogger | Devices to record data | 3 for each ErgoShirt
1 for the MShorts | |
Charging cables | For charging batteries and for data download | 1 for each MCell | |
Phone
(Nokia Phone model 6.2 onwards + charging cable) | Phone with ErgoMobile app to control for the devices and for video recording during measurements | 1 | Myontec ErgoMobile app installed, Latest version of Wear OS app, Connected to Google account |
Watch
(Polar M600 watch paired with
the phone via Wear OS +
charging cable) | Watch with ErgoWatch app to collect heart rate data | 1 | Myontec ErgoWatch app installed, Latest version of Wear OS app |
USB-hub | At least 4-port USB-hub for PC for data download and charging dataloggers | 1 | One 4-port USB-hub is included with the delivery. If more USB-ports are needed, please purchase additional USB-hubs locally. |
Spray bottle | To apply water to sensors | 1 | |
Moisturizing gel (for the skin) ("Aisti" available from Myontec) | To be applied to participants skin before measurements | 1 | |
Wash bags | To be used when washing the clothes and for storage | 1 for each cloth | Washing instruction at
https://www.myontec.com/ ergo-maintenance |
Additional equipment
Equipment you need to get, download, or print yourself are listed below. These equipment are not included in the ErgoAnalysis system package delivery.
Equipment | Description | QTY | Additional |
|---|---|---|---|
Participant Questionnaire | To collect basic data and informed consent from a participant | 1 / participant | Printable at https://www.myontec.com/ergo-set-up |
ErgoAnalysis Onepager | To inform participant about
ErgoAnalysis method and measurement | 1 / participant | Printable at https://www.myontec.com/ergo-set-up |
ErgoAnalysis MVC measurement
protocol | To collect individual maximum muscle
EMG value for the EMG algorithms | 1 | Download/print from
https://www.myontec.com/measurements-walkthrough |
Strap(s) for MVC tests | For resistance in the
isometric muscle tests | 1 if just one tester present,
2 if pair of testers present | Length adjustable (2-3m long, 3-5 cm wide) unstretchable strap, e.g. lashing strap. |
External powerbank for the
smartphone + charging cable | External power for ErgoMobile app for over 3 hour measurements | 1 | Please keep connected to the smartphone during measurements |
External HDD for data storage | HDD to storage data during analysis | 1 | Please see System reguirements at https://www.myontec.com/ergo-set-up |
Tripod | Tripod to steady the phone while taking video | 1 | |
Phone to tripod -adapter
(e.g. Hama 4351) | Tripod adapter for the phone for attachment | 1 | |
Optional: Large bag (trolley type) | Bag to ease your travelling and storage with the system | 1 | |
Optional: Arm dynamometer (Jamar) | For grip strength measurements
during MVC test | 1 | Useful measurement to have participant grip
strength comparison to the population
reference values |
Recommended: Protection clothes and safety equipment for your own team | Eye goggles, helmet, safety shoes, hearing protectors, breathing mask/filter, covers against rain etc. | 1 for each tester present | Please consult your clients HR management during preparations meeting in advance |
Downloadable and printable checklists are available here.