Exploring the Tools that Empower Healing and Enhance Patient Care
Natala Balla, PT, DPT
Welcome to the first edition of our clinic equipment spotlight!
A physical therapy clinic can be overwhelming. There can be a lot of equipment and tools displayed.
Our goal is to make you more familiar with the objects located in our clinic, to put you at ease! It is important to note not everything in the clinic will be a part of your individualized plan of care.
When you walk into our clinic, your eyes will most likely go to a piece of equipment hanging from the ceiling.
The Safety Overhead System (S.O.S.)!
An iconic feature of our clinic. You’ll note 3 parts.
- The 10-foot track
- The moveable trolley attached to a long rope
- The harness
Without the harness, it looks like an obstacle on American Ninja Warrior.
But don’t fret! This piece of equipment is the pinnacle of safety.
Because of the support system, you can feel empowered to push your limits, without the fear of falling.
Traditional therapy clinics use a gait belt. If you lose your balance, your PT is in control of keeping you both upright and safe.
With our Safety Overhead System, your therapist can be hands off. You won’t have your therapist hovering over you with every movement, putting you more at ease. This will also allow their attention to focus on your technique.
Benefits include:
- Boost Confidence - reduces fear of falling
- Natural Range of Motion - allows for natural movement
- Ulitimate Safety - provides a fall free environment
- Advanced Therapy - allows you to rehab quicker and return to full strength faster
- User Friendly - safety harness can be put on easily and quickly from a standing OR sitting position.
Harnesses come in five sizes, ranging from x-small to x-large. Your therapist will help fit you in a harness for safety and comfort.
We hope this spotlight puts you at ease.
Come see our Safety Overhead System (S.O.S.) for yourself!
We are currently offering FREE falls risk screenings.
Here at Fyzical Therapy and Balance Centers at Fairless Hills, we want to help you be your best self.
In need of physical therapy?
Call us at (267) 874-6000 to speak with our client care specialist.
If you prefer to book an appointment yourself, click HERE.
Or if you prefer to request us to call you to schedule an appointment, click HERE.
We look forward to helping you reach your goals.
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