Don’t Let Gravity Slow You Down – Get Moving with the AlterG Treadmill
Do you suffer from foot, ankle, hip, or knee pain that makes running or moving an uncomfortable feat? Physical performance is an important part of an athlete’s life, and pain can cause limits to mobility. Pain is inconvenient and isolating, making many people feel as if they are unable to do the activities they love. Fortunately, at Optimal Motion in Herndon, VA we have the experience, methods, and tools you need to relieve your pain and reclaim your mobility.
If you are looking for a fast and effective way to get back into your exercise regimen, you may benefit from our AlterG Treadmill treatments – the only anti-gravity treadmill on the market!
What is the AlterG Treadmill?
The term “anti-gravity” might make it sound like a contraption from a science-fiction universe. In reality, this treadmill was created using advanced contemporary science and technology — and it’s pretty cool!
The Differential Air Pressure (DAP) technology has been patented by NASA, allowing for a precise calibration of air pressure. The pressurized mechanics of the treadmill act to “unweight” the patient while the machine is in use.
By doing so, you will be able to use the treadmill by seemingly “floating” above it – allowing you to complete your exercise treatments without the harsh foot-to-treadmill impact you get with normal gravity.
When you use this treadmill, you’ll be strapped into the middle of it with your feet enclosed in the pressurized case.Since you are safely secured, you’ll be able to use the weight-bearing treadmill freely, without placing too much pressure on your legs or having the fear of falling off of it. Several conditions have shown improvement through the AlterG, including post-operative procedures, tendinitis, obesity, arthritis, osteoporosis, plantar fasciitis, shin splints, spine fusions, stress fractures, neurological disorders, complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD), and total joint replacement.
How will AlterG benefit me?
This device will reduce the impact of your body weight by 80% while in use. It is a form of treatment that can be beneficial to anyone – athletes, seniors, patients working through physical rehabilitation, etc. It provides some much-needed relief that most other treatments simply are not able to do.
By releasing the gravitational pressure of your body, the AlterG Treadmill is able to help you comfortably restore your normal walking, jogging, running, and moving mechanics. It also promotes strengthening exercises that heal damaged tissue and build more muscle. All of this adds up to a much safer, quicker, and comfortable recovery than you may experience without it.
The AlterG technology provides a controlled environment for patients to exercise and heal. This allows them to return to doing the activities they love much faster than they may have anticipated. By getting back into physical activity as quickly as possible, patients are able to avoid unwanted risks, such as swelling and inflammation, weakened muscles, or even atrophy.
How do I get started?
At Optimal Motion in Herndon, VA, we are dedicated to creating the best physical therapy treatment plan for your specific needs. After your consultation, your physical therapist will perform a physical evaluation to see where your problem areas are and what the best course of action will be for reversing those problems. During this time, your physical therapist will determine if the AlterG Treadmill is right for you.
Our trained physical therapists are dedicated to supporting you through every step of your treatment. If you are experiencing pain or discomfort, click the button below to set up a consultation with one of our physical therapists. We’ll get you back on track to doing the activities you love and reaching your physical goals!
SOURCES:
AlterG® Anti-Gravity Treadmill® – Function First Physical Therapy, Inc. Hyannis, MA
