Procedure
Nexus ANS+ provides fast, accurate, and clear results. Easy to learn and operate, the tests can be administered by any member of your staff.
Testing with the Nexus ANS+ is performed in roughly 7 minutes and is completely non-invasive.
The recording includes a baseline phase where the patient is relaxed and a testing phase where the patient is asked to perform basic breathing exercises and one active postural change. Scores are calculated based on several recorded parameters and allow for the fast and intuitive interpretation of color coded results.
Set up the Patient
Input the patient’s information into the Nexus ANS+ System.
Connect Nexus ANS to Patient
With the patient laying supine:
- Place disposable electrodes on the soles of the feet
- Place blood pressure cuffs on the arm and legs
- Place pulse oximeter on the finger
Start the Test
First the device will collect baseline information while the patient is relaxed.
- BP Pulse Volume Analysis
- Ankle Brachial Index (ABI)
- Galvanic Skin Response & Metaboreflex Analysis
- Heart Rate Variability (HRV) Analysis
Valsalva Maneuver
The patient is asked to attempt to exhale with mouth and nostrils closed.
Deep Breathing
The patient is asked to perform a deep breathing exercise.
Change in Posture
The patient is asked to stand.
Test is Complete
A result score is given.