NxStep™ Unweighing System
NxStep Unweighing System from Biodex.
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Dimensions:
Operational: 99 cm (38.8 ") x 122 cm (48") x 239 cm (94 ")
Outside diameter: 121 cm (47.5 ") x 122 cm (48") x 239 cm (94 ")
Suitable for use with 244cm (8 ') or larger ceilings
Retracted (not for operation): 81cm (32 ") x 122cm (48") x 201cm (79 ")
Will fit through a standard 91cm (36 ") x 203cm (80") door
Battery adds 10.2 cm (4 ") to depth
Suitable for pediatric patients up to 191 cm (6 ', 3 ") when standing over a treadmill with an 18 cm (7") rise, such as the Gait Trainer 3
Includes therapist seat
Fits treadmills up to 97cm (38 ") x 34cm (13.5")
Vertical adjustment: 127 cm (50 ")
Unloading weight capacity: 73 kg (160 lb)
User capacity: 27-182 kg (60-400 lb)
Power: 115 VAC
Battery: 24V rechargeable. Battery charges automatically when system is plugged in
Weight: 125 kg (275 lb)
Shipping weight: 189 kg (415 lbs)
An efficient and easy-to-use suspension system
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Multiple applications
Spinal cord injury
Objective: To reduce spasticity and regain a functional gait thanks to partial load therapy.
Method: Initial support without weighing up to 40% of body weight. As the patient begins to demonstrate step symmetry, body weight support may be decreased. When used with a treadmill or Biodex Gait Trainer, and the support is reduced to 20% of body weight, the speed of the treadmill belt can be increased to develop functional step length and speed.
Results and Benefits: Rehabilitation can begin within the first 1 to 3 months of onset when there is greater central nervous system plasticity and greater potential for recovery. An improved gait is achieved in an upright position and fully supported by repetitive and rhythmic movements of the treadmill or Biodex Gait Trainer. Effective, efficient and safe use of clinician time. Allows you to focus on the treatment, without physically supporting the patient. When used with a treadmill or Biodex Gait Trainer: Better recovery from walking with transferred effects to improve walking speed on the ground, endurance and physical assistance required to walk.
Cerebrovascular accident / traumatic brain injury
Objective: To regain a functional gait thanks to a partial load therapy.
Method: Initial support without weighing, up to 40% of body weight. As the patient begins to demonstrate step symmetry, body weight may be reduced. When used with a treadmill or Biodex Gait Trainer and the support is reduced to 20% of body weight, the speed of the treadmill belt may be increased to develop cadence.
Results and Benefits: Rehabilitation can begin within the first 1 to 3 months of onset when there is greater central nervous system plasticity and greater potential for recovery. and the rhythmic movements of the treadmill or Biodex Gait Trainer. Efficient, efficient and safe use of clinician time. Allows you to focus on the treatment, without physically supporting the patient.
When used with a treadmill or Biodex Gait Trainer: Better recovery from walking with transferred effects to improve walking speed on the ground, endurance and physical assistance required to walk.
Parkinson's disease
Objective: To regain a functional gait thanks to a partial load therapy.
Method: Initial support without weighing is up to 40% of body weight. Once supported, the patient can perform balance and gait training exercises, such as weight changes. When used with the Biodex Gait Trainer, audio and visual signals are used to aid in the reconversion of temporal and spatial deficits associated with Parkinson's gait.
Results and Benefits: Improved Stride Length Maintain / Improve Cardiopulmonary Endurance Efficient, efficient and safe use of clinician time. Allows you to focus on the treatment, without physically supporting the patient.
Lumbar patients
Objective: To regain pelvic rotation and provide vertical traction in conjunction with exercise.
Method: When used with a treadmill inclined at 3% grade, the weighing system will provide vertical traction. The inclined treadmill brings the pelvis into a forward inclined position allowing the intervertebral foramen to open and reduce compression on the associated nerve (s). Once supported, the patient can perform walking and balance exercises.
Results and Benefits: Reduced compression on peripheral nerves Improved exercise tolerance Ability to exercise longer on a treadmill, providing increased core stabilization and postural muscle endurance.
Older Adult
Objective: To regain a functional gait thanks to a partial load therapy.
Method: Support the patient in the Biodex weighing system. When supported, the patient can perform walking and balance exercises.
Results and Benefits: Improved Confidence Improved Exercise Tolerance Transfer of the benefits of training to activities of daily living Maintain or regain independence
Amputation of the lower limb
Objective: To regain a functional gait thanks to a partial load therapy.
Method: Initial support without weighing is up to 30% of body weight. Once supported, the patient can make early weight changes. When the patient begins to practice gait, the clinician helps to position the foot.
Results and Benefits: Reduced pain Stump hardening begins earlier and more gradually Cardiac and metabolic demands are reduced Efficient, efficient and safe use of clinician time Allows you to focus on the treatment, without physically supporting the patient.
Orthopedic patients
Objective: To develop proprioception and acceptance of weight-bearing after joint injury, surgical repairs or replacements through partial-weight-bearing therapy.
Method: Initial support without weighing is up to 40% of body weight. Once supported, the patient can perform balance and gait training exercises, such as weight changes. Reduce bodyweight support as the patient regains range of motion and begins mini-squats and other weight-bearing activities.
Results and Benefits: Rehabilitation can begin earlier. Improve proprioception and acceptance of weight-bearing activities.
Restore functional mobility
The Biodex NxStep ™ Suspension System provides partial load therapy with open patient access. Unloading a percentage of body weight allows for early rehabilitation while providing a safe environment for the patient and therapist. Therapists can focus on treating their patients, manually easing the lower limbs.
Gait kinematics
The NxStep ™ suspension system allows full and partial weight loading without compromising proper gait kinematics. Depending on walking speed, up to four inches of vertical displacement is allowed while the system maintains a constant level of no weighing.
The Biodex Gait training system
The Gait Trainer 3 treadmill provides audio cues and visual biofeedback of step length and speed. The NxStep Suspension System provides partial body weight support, helping patients regain confidence, strength and stride. The NxStep suspension system, combined with the Gait Trainer 3 treadmill, allows each patient to start rehabilitation earlier.
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360 degree visibility
The unique, forward-facing design of the NxStep offers many advantages. Therapists can see patients from all angles; patients have full visibility of the treadmill screen, and the open design allows for natural arm swing, essential for encouraging neuroplasticity.
Freedom of movement
The dynamic single point suspension of the NxStep allows pelvic rotation and vertical displacement. This encouragement of good mechanics makes it possible to practice functional walking patterns. The ability to allow pelvic rotation has its own advantages. Unlike two-point suspension systems which tend to restrict rotation on a horizontal plane, NxStep's single point method allows for functional pelvic rotation and versatility when walking, sideways, reverse walking and turns. Patients can engage in reactive postural control exercises or change direction without repositioning the entire support system.
Safe handling
While investing in equipment and training is essential to prevent patient falls, it is just as important to protect therapists, rehabilitation nurses, caregivers and visiting families from injury when they are trying to lift or support a patient. Electric lifting assistance devices promote rehabilitation and facilitate functional recovery - while maintaining safety conditions.