The Longest Journey Begins with a Single Step – Gait Trainers can Help.
Gait trainers are used for standing mobility when an individual is not yet able to consistently bear full weight through their legs, postural control is developing and cognitive skills are present to support the motivation to move from one place to another. The therapeutic benefits of gait trainers are well established. Gait Trainers help to address pre-ambulatory skill development. They offer the user a form of safe, independent mobility in the standing position often long before the individual is capable of walking on their own. This provides the opportunity to build postural strength and stability, alternating/ reciprocal leg movements for stepping and helps to improve overall endurance. Gait Trainers position children in upright standing like their typically developing peers and promotes social interactions and self- confidence.
Adaptivemall.com carries only the most respected brands of gait trainers available including Rifton, R82, and Ormesa . All offer attractive styling as well as versatile and durable designs. Many accessories are offered to ensure that each gait trainer meets the support requirements of each user. It is also important to note that most support features on gait trainers can be removed once the user’s ability has improved, making the transition between gait trainers and walkers a natural progression.
Durable, Versatile Gait Trainers: Which One is Right for You?
With so many options available on the market today, selecting the right gait trainer to meet your child’s unique needs for assistance with walking can be confusing. We want you to be confident in your selection and we’re here to help! Adaptivemall.com is staffed by physical and occupational therapists and intervention specialists who are happy to provide you with custom advice. All adaptive equipment choices have been handpicked and recommended by therapists and families with special needs children. This equipment is appropriate for but not limited to use with persons with diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Muscular Dystrophy, Spina Bifida and Traumatic Brain Injury.
