Patients who go through mobility and ambulation training are learning how to walk after a period of being sedentary. Often these patients are elderly, disabled or recovering from an injury, illness or surgery. Ambulation is an important milestone in recovery and allows patients to become more independent. Additionally, walking has been shown to increase blood flow, decrease stress on joints and improve digestion, all of which can contribute to the healing process. Frequent ambulation is required to reap these benefits, but unfortunately that is not always possible.
Currently, ambulation with a walker requires three healthcare professionals to coordinate safely. While two professionals support the patient with their walker, another follows them with a wheelchair. Mobility training also involves coordinated lifting and movement of both wheelchair and walker.
Although we have an amazing healthcare system, there is still often a lack of resources when it comes to mobility and ambulation training. When there are limited staff, it can be difficult to perform frequent enough training with patients. As a result, most patients only receive ambulation training twice a week, far below the amount they need to receive the benefits. Patients who receive less ambulation training take longer to heal and remain sedentary for longer amounts of time.
We at Bisep are committed to ensuring that patients receive good quality ambulation training. Visit our website to learn how the A.R.M.M. device is redefining rehabilitation.
