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How to Maximize Outcomes with GaitBetter: Empowering Therapists and Inspiring Patients
At its core, rehabilitation is about more than just regaining function—it’s about restoring confidence, independence, and hope. Every day, as therapists, we get to witness
Knollwood Community Introduces State-of-the-Art Fall Prevention Program
https://www.gaitbetter.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Knollwood.mp4 Washington, DC – June 6, 2024 – Knollwood Community, an award-winning, 501c 3 charity and senior living community located adjacent to Rock Creek
How to Identify a Fall Risk Among Older Adults?
Falling is a huge issue in the older adult population. Up to 25% of older adults fall every year (Medicare Current Beneficiary Survey) and up
Systematic Review of Dual-Tasking and Its Critical Role in Balance Improvement and Fall Reduction
Introduction The Department of Rehabilitation Sciences at Hong Kong University recently published a study on the importance of dual-tasking in gait rehabilitation, with a specific
The Vital Role of Dynamic Balance in Promoting Safe Gait in the Elderly
Dynamic balance plays a pivotal role in ensuring safe mobility, particularly among the elderly population. This aspect of physical health is essential for maintaining an
Current Fall Risk Detection and Prevention Interventions: An In-depth Analysis
Falls among older adults represent a significant public health concern, contributing to injuries, hospitalizations, and even fatalities. Consequently, considerable efforts have been invested in developing
Aging in Place: Empowering Independence and Well-being
What is Aging in Place? As our society experiences a significant demographic shift towards an aging population, the concept of “Aging in Place” has gained
Set your senior living community apart with the right rehab equipment
Selecting the right rehab equipment is a key way to set your senior living community apart. A smart technology solution can create buzz and attract
Who can benefit when Virtual Reality is added to Gait Training
Who can benefit when Virtual Reality is added to Gait Training? The purpose of gait training is to improve a person’s ability to walk or
Physical Therapy Interventions for Traumatic Brain Injury: Motor-cognitive VR gait training
Physical Therapy Interventions for Traumatic Brain Injury: Motor-cognitive VR gait training The CDC states that there were about 61,000 TBI-related deaths in the United States
How this marathon runner with Parkinson’s Disease got her stride back
How this marathon runner, a Parkinson’s Disease patient, got her stride back GaitBetter Parkinson’s Disease Patient Testimonial “I would recommend GaitBetter to others…There are so
Top gait training exercises for Parkinson’s Disease
Top gait training exercises for Parkinson’s Disease Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a debilitating neurodegenerative disease. It is known for its characteristic gait, especially in the
Gait Training in Parkinson’s Disease: How to prevent falls with Virtual Reality
Gait Training in Parkinson’s Disease: How to prevent falls with Virtual Reality Today is World Parkinson’s Day, where organizations throughout the world come together to
Benefits of fall prevention programs
Benefits of fall prevention programs The risk and consequences of falls in older adults are staggering. More than 1 out of 4 older adults fall every year
Best practices in gait rehabilitation
Best practices in gait rehabilitation Gait rehabilitation is therapy performed after an injury or illness for the purpose of improving a person’s ability to walk,
The value of virtual reality in gait training
The Value of Virtual Reality in Gait Training An increasing number of clinics, centers, and senior living facilities are adopting virtual reality (VR) to enhance
GaitBetter: The system for elderly fall prevention
GaitBetter: The System for Elderly Fall Prevention With more than one in three people over the age of 65 having a fall each year, new
GaitBetter: The solution to falls in old age
GaitBetter: Preventing falls in the elderly Falls are common in old age where the consequences can be significant. The following article will help you understand
GaitBetter: The innovative technology designed to get you back on your feet after a joint replacement
GaitBetter: The innovative technology designed to get you back on your feet after a joint replacement GaitBetter is an innovative system that features motor-cognitive training
Parkinson’s treatment: motor-cognitive training from home – GaitBetter
Parkinson’s treatment: motor-cognitive training from home – GaitBetter More than 10M people worldwide are living with Parkinson’s Disease. An innovative motor-cognitive training method, using a virtual