INNOVATIVE PHYSICAL THERAPY

Anti-Gravity Treadmill Benefits for Recovery and Movement

At Physically FIT in Norton, MA, we utilize advanced AlterG anti-gravity treadmill technology to reduce body-weight impact. Discover how this innovative tool can support your rehabilitation, conditioning, and movement confidence.

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Reduced Impact on Joints

By minimizing apparent body weight, patients can often walk or run with significantly less stress on their lower extremities.

Earlier, More Comfortable Movement

The unweighted environment may help patients begin weight-bearing activities earlier in their recovery journey when appropriate.

Controlled Return to Activity

Therapists can precisely control the amount of weight-bearing load, allowing for a gradual, step-by-step return to running or walking.

Maintain Fitness During Recovery

Athletes and active adults can often maintain their cardiovascular endurance even when full-weight exercise is not yet tolerated.

What is an Anti-Gravity Treadmill?

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Inspired by concepts originally developed by NASA, the AlterG anti-gravity treadmill is a specialized piece of physical rehabilitation equipment. It uses positive air pressure to gently lift the user, reducing the amount of apparent body weight placed on the lower body. This creates an unweighting environment that makes walking or running feel much more manageable, especially for those experiencing joint pain or recovering from an injury.

How It Works: Step-by-Step

  • Preparation: The patient wears specialized, comfortable shorts that zip into the treadmill's casing.

  • The Chamber: The lower body is enclosed in an airtight chamber, creating a secure seal around the waist.

  • Air Pressure: The machine calibrates and fills the chamber with air, gently lifting the patient and reducing their apparent body weight by up to 80%.

  • Controlled Movement: The physical therapist selects an appropriate weight-bearing level, and the patient walks or runs while the therapist observes their gait and tolerance.

  • Reduced Impact on Joints

    By minimizing apparent body weight, patients can often walk or run with significantly less stress on their lower extremities.

  • Earlier, More Comfortable Movement

    The unweighted environment may help patients begin weight-bearing activities earlier in their recovery journey when appropriate.

  • Controlled Return to Activity

    Therapists can precisely control the amount of weight-bearing load, allowing for a gradual, step-by-step return to running or walking.

  • Maintain Fitness During Recovery

    Athletes and active adults can often maintain their cardiovascular endurance even when full-weight exercise is not yet tolerated.