Effectiveness of Alter G Gait Training to Improve Balance, Lowerlimb Strength And Reducing Falls Among Patients In AMK-THKH Inpatient Rehabilitation
Care Continuum
Care Process & Redesign
Centre for Allied Health & Pharmacy Excellence
National Healthcare Group
31 December 2023
Evaluate the effectiveness of Alter G gait training on balance, strength, and fall reduction. Alter G provides a safe, supported environment for fall prevention in vulnerable populations.
Year Submitted: 2023
Published Date: 31 December 2023
Tags: Care Continuum, Care Process ＆ Redesign, Rehabilitative Care, Value Based Care, Functional Outcome
About this Content
Aims
Evaluate the effectiveness of Alter G gait training on balance, strength, and fall reduction.
Background
Patients had limited walking ability due to fatigue, pain, and fear of falling.
Methods
6-month study with 30 patients, 8 Alter G sessions over 2-3 weeks with pre- and post-analysis.
Results
Improved TUG and BBS scores; no change in STS scores due to weight support from Alter G.
Conclusion
Alter G provides a safe, supported environment for fall prevention in vulnerable populations.
Lessons Learnt
Alter G can improve balance and strength but needs resistance training for full lower-limb benefits.
Keywords
Alter G Gait Training, Balance, Lower Limb Strength, Fall Prevention
Innovators' Details
Innovators' Details
Healthcare Cluster(s) | National Healthcare Group |
Organization(s) Involved | Ang Mo Kio Thye Hua Kwan Hospital |
Platform(s) | Centre for Allied Health & Pharmacy Excellence |
Healthcare Professional Group(s) | Allied Health |
Applicable Specialty or Discipline | Physiotherapy |
Project Lead(s) | Sutharani.P |
Project Member(s) | Geetha.K |
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Sutharani.P - sutharani_selvam@amkh.org.sg