The NeuroGym® Tilt Stepper is an economical and effective tool to promote reciprocal training of the lower extremities in a sitting position. The Tilt Stepper exercises all major muscle groups of the lower extremities, including hip and knee flexors and extensors. It can be adjusted to work at different angles thus allowing for differential emphasis on training of the knee or of the hip joints. The level of resistance is also adjustable. The reciprocal nature of the leg press motion provides active assistance to the weak extremity.

The simplicity of rolling one’s wheelchair to the Tilt Stepper, placing the feet in the foot plates then beginning the stepping exercise encourages frequent use of this tool and, as a result, leads to improved lower extremity strength and function.

Key Benefits

Improve lower extremity strengh

• The active-assisted function of the Tilt Stepper improves hip strength and knee flexion and extension, even in very weak muscles. The intense, independent workout typically leads to enhanced functional strength of the quadriceps associated with leg press and hip flexion.

Improve endurance

• Unlike many other devices, the Tilt Stepper can effectively improve cardiovascular and muscle endurance in weak people – even those restricted to the use of a wheelchair. This endurance training is a key factor in improving gait and mobility.

Improve weight-bearing ability

• The specific nature of the exercise, a leg press motion combined with contralateral hip and knee flexion, mimics the action of the lower extremity in gait. This targeted action of weight bearing with contralateral stepping is an essential component of gait, and with intensive training, normally leads to respective improvement in the mechanics and endurance of walking.

Clinical applications

• Older individuals with weak lower extremities
• Brain or spinal cord injury
• Stroke
• Multiple Sclerosis
• Cerebral Palsy
• Parkinson's Disease

In Action

• A 60-year old woman with multiple sclerosis (MS) has been able to maintain knee and hip strength and range of motion through daily exercise of stepping motion with the Tilt Stepper. This daily routine has contributed  to her ability to maintain an independent life style.

Specifications

• MODEL #ETS-A
• 29" x 48" x 54"
• weighs 120 lbs

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