Unweighing Body Weight Support: Enhancing Mobility and Confidence
How We Train Gait: A Step Toward Independence
Walking is a complex process that requires the coordinated effort of multiple muscle groups to support body weight and generate forward motion. However, pain, weakness, or neurological conditions such as stroke, brain injury, multiple sclerosis, and spinal cord injuries can make standing and walking difficult or unsafe.
At Asara Physical Therapy and Balance Clinic, we believe in early mobility and progressive rehabilitation. Our unweighing body-weight support system helps patients regain mobility by reducing the weight their lower limbs must bear, making it easier to initiate movement and build strength safely.
What is a Body-Weight Support System?
A body-weight support system (BWSS) is an innovative rehabilitation tool that partially offloads a patient’s weight, allowing for safer and more controlled gait training. It helps patients practice standing, stepping, and walking with reduced impact on their joints and muscles, leading to improved confidence and endurance over time.
How It Works
- Partial Weight-Bearing Support: The system reduces the load on the lower limbs, allowing patients to take steps with less effort and pain.
- Dynamic Assistance: Unlike traditional harnesses, our system provides adjustable support that adapts to each patient’s needs.
- Fall Prevention: The secure harness prevents falls, enabling patients to push their limits without fear of injury.
- Natural Movement Patterns: Unlike treadmills, our setup allows patients to practice real-world walking mechanics, including turning, and stepping over obstacles.
Our Comprehensive Gait Training Approach
At Asara, we combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on therapy to ensure the best outcomes for our patients. Our gait training programs incorporate:
- Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT): A hands-on approach to improve movement patterns and muscle control.
- Visual and Motion-Sensor Feedback: We use video recordings and sensor-based gait analysis to help patients understand their walking mechanics and track progress.
- Functional Training: Walking isn’t just about moving forward—it’s about navigating daily life. We incorporate obstacle courses, curb stepping, stair climbing, and agility drills to help patients gain confidence in real-world environments.
- Dual-Task Training: For those who struggle with multitasking while walking, we integrate cognitive challenges, such as talking or reading directions, to enhance automatic walking patterns and focus.
Who Can Benefit?
Our body-weight support and gait training program is designed for individuals recovering from:
- Stroke
- Spinal cord injury
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Parkinson’s disease
- Orthopedic injuries (fractures, post-surgical rehabilitation)
- Generalized weakness or deconditioning
Why Choose Asara?
We take a patient-first approach, ensuring that rehabilitation is not just effective but also encouraging and compassionate. Our therapists customize every treatment plan, using advanced body-weight support technology to help patients regain independence with confidence.
Take the First Step Toward Recovery
Don’t let pain or weakness hold you back. Experience the benefits of our unweighing body-weight support system and regain control of your mobility.
📞 Call us at 469-892-5222 to book your session today