AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill
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Video above: Exercise Physiologist Taylor discusses how an anti-gravity treadmill, AlterG, is used in spinal rehabilitation.
The innovative AlterG® Anti-Gravity Treadmill is a game changer in physical therapy rehabilitation. Developed using NASA technology, the AlterG uses air pressure to gently lift the user making it less stressful on joints & injuries thereby aiding faster recovery.
The AlterG® calibrates the users’ body weight and then inflates an airtight chamber to allow the patient to exercise at a specific percentage of their body weight.
By decreasing the weight and ground reaction force, patients can rehabilitate while reducing the risk of further injury, which facilitates faster healing.
Who can use it?
Patients of all ages and fitness levels can benefit from this unique & innovative treadmill.
It is suitable for recovery after a wide variety of spinal and lower limb surgical procedures. It gives patients the confidence and ability to run or walk longer and heal faster with less pain.
Also ideal for patients not suitable for hydrotherapy.
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