Physical therapy is a great way for people of all ages to maximize their movements and prevent future discomfort. We work with patients from all backgrounds who need therapy “near me” to assess their current condition, identify risk areas, and build a plan that is designed for them to succeed. For residents of Clark, NJ, contact our Twin Boro Physical Therapy Clark office to get started today.
Twin Boro Physical Therapy has been a leader in rehabilitative care for over 40 years. We employ dedicated occupation therapists, physical therapists, and certified hand therapists—many of whom have over 25 years of experience. Our professionals work collaboratively with our patients to design unique and innovative care plans that produce outstanding results.
What is gait training?
Gait training is a type of physical therapy designed to help improve walking. It can be an individual physical therapy practice or part of a larger physical therapy program. Depending on your needs, your physical therapist will discuss options and how it may be combined with other programs.
Gait training is generally used to treat a physical condition that makes it difficult for someone to walk with standard gait. In gait training, you will work on movement improvements such as building strength, retraining muscle memory, improving balance, improving posture, heightening endurance, increasing mobility, and reducing the risk of falling.
Gait training is aimed at increasing mobility and improving overall health. Many patients who are in need of gait training benefit from reduced likelihood of blood clots, reduced likelihood of heart disease, a more active lifestyle, a healthier body weight, and increased mobility.
Who is gait training suited for?
Anyone who would like to improve their walking ability can benefit from gait training. However, common conditions that lead patients to gait training include:
- Strokes of other neurological events to affect balance and movement
- Joint replacement or other invasive surgery
- Spinal cord injury
- Amputation of lower limb(s)
- Neurological disease affecting movement
- Musculoskeletal disorders affecting movement
- Developmental delays or abnormalities
Depending on your condition, your physical therapist will work with you to ensure you are on the right track to find the best movement style for you. Our goal is to work with your individual needs and lifestyle to help you return to the activities and movements you love.
What is involved in gait training?
Your exact gait training style will depend on your condition and the cause of your movement difficulties. However, physical therapy will generally aim to help you feel stable during your movements, able to support your weight, build the strength needed to move comfortably, and build muscle memory for common movements. You may walk on the treadmill or in water and practice climbing steps and walking on uneven surfaces. You also may perform strengthening exercises such as lifting your legs or stimulating muscles needed to walk.
When beginning gait training, you may be nervous. We use several types of manual support during gait training to prevent falling and provide stability when learning and practicing new movements. Our therapists are here to provide you with support during every step of your journey and will ensure you have the care needed to feel safe as you progress.
Let’s begin!
Twin Boro Physical Therapy in Clark, NJ, is conveniently located “near me” for Clark residents who are interested in beginning their movement journey. To get started today, call our Clark office at 908.276.2626 or visit our website.
