A Miami, FL Spinal Rehab Center Featuring State-of-the-Art Equipment

At iAM ABLE, we pride ourselves on having a facility capable of providing state-of-the-art activity-based therapy for paralysis survivors. Whether your current situation is the result of an injury or illness, we are the Miami, FL spinal rehab center for your recovery journey. Let’s take a look at eight pieces of equipment that can help you to maximize your results. 

#1. Standing Frames 

An active standing frame allows a person to move the handles with their arms. If this is not possible, a physical therapist can assist. Movement occurs in the legs based on the activity of the arms. This allows for a full-body workout without the need for a full-body range of motion. 

#2. Ergometer 

This device helps to enhance upper body strength. It allows the operator to sit or stand depending upon your current level of ability. It is a great way to burn calories and get a cardiovascular workout safely and effectively. The rowing motion is particularly beneficial for muscle strength in the upper half of the body.

#3. Total Gym

Total Gym is perfect for functional exercises that boost strength and produce leaner muscles. The system uses a patient’s body weight versus gravity to provide the load for exercises. There are three planes of motion to achieve, depending on ability level: rotational, front to back, and side to side. This form of activity-based therapy is suitable for both bone health and improved circulation. 

#4. Power-Plate

The Power-Plate uses vibrations to stimulate muscles to contract. By causing muscles to contract at a faster rate, the device can achieve results rapidly. The other advantage is that the vibrations are causing the muscles to tense and relax, not the patient. Therefore, this device can activate muscles for patients with limited mobility and provide results for more motion patients.

#5. Functional Electrical Stimulator 

A functional electrical stimulator is one of the primary technologies you should look for in a Miami, FL spinal rehab center. Functional electrical stimulation (FES) is a therapy that uses electric pulses to control non-functional muscles. You may also hear this technology referred to as functional neural stimulation (FNS). There are many applications for this therapy when it comes to dealing with paralysis. It can help increase muscle strength, improve neuroplasticity, enhance circulation, and limit the risk of pressure sores. 

Another utilization of FES is to allow someone with paraplegia or even tetraplegia to perform activity-based therapy. To accomplish this, another state-of-the-art piece of exercise equipment is required. 

#6. FES Bike

A stationary cycle that uses FES can allow for the peddling of the bike and the use of a handcycle, regardless of the patient’s level of ability. The FES device stimulates the muscles at just the right moments to cause the body to operate the pedals or the handcycle. This is the perfect way to provide aerobic exercise that strengthens the heart and lungs for someone living with paralysis. From building muscle mass to enhancing circulation in the body, it is difficult to define just how valuable a tool is during the recovery process. 

#7. Unweighing System

One of the highest risk parts of the job of a physical therapist is offering patient support to balance. A therapist will often sacrifice his or her own safety to protect a patient who falls. An unweighing system reduces the risks to both the patient and the therapist by taking fall risks out of the equation in the early stages of recovery. The system provides the amount of balance the patient needs. Thus, it can help a weakened patient stand or entirely suspend a paralyzed patient who cannot carry any of their body weight. 

#8. Lokomat Therapy 

The Lokomat Pro really sets iAM ABLE apart as a Miami, FL spinal rehab center. We have the only one in southern Florida. This device uses a similar concept to the unweighing system. However, it combines this technology with a treadmill, exoskeleton, and intelligent performance interpretation. Here are a few of the incredible features:

• Unweighing harness – The physical therapist can determine the amount of work shared between the patient and the device using the unweighing system.
• Exoskeleton – Strapped to the legs, the exoskeleton ensures that the patient walks with a natural gait. This can help retrain a person to walk naturally or allow a paralyzed patient to get exercise for the lower half of the body.
• Intelligent performance interpretation – The device tracks activity and can display output on a monitor to help the patient work toward goals and stay focused during the exercise period. Task-specific feedback can be sent to the patient, allowing them to safely practice things like stepping over an obstacle. 

All of these technologies and equipment combine to make iAM ABLE the Miami, FL spinal rehab center to help with your recovery journey! 

Getting Your Spinal Rehabilitation Started the Right Way 

We also want to help you prepare mentally for the ups and downs of a long recovery process. Your life may never be the same as it was before your accident or injury. However, it can still be wonderful, and the right mental attitude can help you maximize your recovery and independence. A great place to start is with our eBook, 7 Unbelievably Important Steps to Take to Thrive after Paralysis. Download your copy today!

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