Safety Overhead Support System
SAFETY OVERHEAD SUPPORT (SOS) SYSTEM
One of the best tools we have available at FYZICAL West Caldwell is our Safety Overhead Support (SOS) System. This system utilizes a body harness worn by the patient which is attached to a track on our ceiling. The SOS system prevents patients from falling in the event that they lose their balance during their evaluation or treatment session.
We know the harness can seem intimidating at first, so we encourage patients to communicate openly with their physical therapist so we can help you get used to the sensation of wearing it.
The harness can easily be put on while you are standing or sitting. After you are wearing the harness the physical therapist will adjust it so that it is at the correct height to allow you to move but prevent you from falling. You can test how the harness will hold you by squatting down and allowing your weight to settle into the straps.
For many patients, once they become accustomed to wearing the harness they feel more confident to move and challenge themselves in ways they might not before due to a fear of falling. The harness also allows the therapist to focus more on your treatment and less on guarding you to prevent falls.
If you have concerns about your balance, call us or click to make an appointment for a balance evaluation!