Intense Rehabilitation

This gait training technology is built around the neuroplastic properties of the nervous system. When one has a stroke or spinal cord injury, the spinal pathways that allow for movement and/or sensation are disrupted. Because of the neuroplasticity of the nervous system, new motor pathways can be developed that allows for retraining of movement – in this case, walking. We are very excited to be one of the first sub acute facilities in the country to have this caliber of evidence-based equipment and therapeutic approaches that until recently have only been found in high-tech research hospitals. With the combination of this leading edge technology and specialty training of our staff, this really is a new day in regards to the treatment of all stroke patients. Therastride is a body weight supported treadmill system that has built in side-seats for the therapist. The patient is harnessed to absorb whatever body weight the therapist feels is appropriate from completely weight-less to fully-weighted. The patient proceeds with normal gait speed on the treadmill with the therapist assisting the affected lower extremity in a “normal” step. This technique is the up-and-coming approach to treating stroke and other neurologically challenged patients.