Suspension Therapy (also known as sling therapy) is an advanced rehabilitation technique designed to eliminate the effects of gravity on the body. By supporting a patient's limbs or entirely unweighting their body using specialized ropes and slings, patients with severe muscle weakness can perform movements that would otherwise be impossible on land.
Empowering Weak Muscles
At Viva Physio in Nasr City, our suspension unit plays a vital role in our neurological and orthopedic programs. Guided by Prof. Dr. Abeer Elwishy, we use this technology to create a "zero-gravity" environment. This tricks the brain into feeling secure, lowering pain responses and allowing the nervous system to relearn correct movement patterns.
Who Benefits from Suspension Therapy?
- Stroke & Hemiplegia Patients: Allowing the safe movement of the paralyzed side without compensating with the strong side.
- Spinal Cord Injuries & MS: Enabling supported standing and core stabilization training without the risk of falling.
- Severe Joint Pain (Osteoarthritis): Exercising the muscles around the hip or shoulder while completely offloading the painful joint.
- Post-Surgical Rehab: Beginning mobility exercises very early after spine or joint surgery in a completely pain-free, supported environment.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the suspension unit help with back pain?
By suspending the body, we can completely unload the spine. This allows our physical therapists to safely strengthen your deep core muscles (the muscles that stabilize your spine) without putting any painful compression on your spinal discs.
Is suspension therapy suitable for the elderly?
Absolutely. Because the slings hold the weight of the limbs, it requires very little effort for the elderly to move their joints through a full range of motion. It is an incredibly gentle, safe, and effective way to build strength without joint strain.
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