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An active MSer from Montreal sent me this tidbit on this cool rehab device. - D
The Hip Flexion Assist Device (HFAD) is intended for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) who are experiencing hip flexor weakness. The Hip Flexion Assist Device is designed to improve gait and consists of a comfortable waist band and two dynamic tension bands that attach to the shoe.
A recent studyš funded by the National MS Society, and published in the Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation examined the efficacy and safety of this device in ambulatory MS patients, the results of the study indicated that for ambulatory patients with MS, the HFAD significantly improved gait performance, as well as improved strength in the limb fitted with the HFAD. Furthermore, the use of the HFAD was found to result in increased daily activity level.
http://www.btmrehab.com/retailproducts/hfad/hfad.htm
The Hip Flexion Assist Device (HFAD) is intended for individuals with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) who are experiencing hip flexor weakness. The Hip Flexion Assist Device is designed to improve gait and consists of a comfortable waist band and two dynamic tension bands that attach to the shoe.
A recent studyš funded by the National MS Society, and published in the Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation examined the efficacy and safety of this device in ambulatory MS patients, the results of the study indicated that for ambulatory patients with MS, the HFAD significantly improved gait performance, as well as improved strength in the limb fitted with the HFAD. Furthermore, the use of the HFAD was found to result in increased daily activity level.
http://www.btmrehab.com/retailproducts/hfad/hfad.htm