Giger MD

We are now able to offer patients the GIGER MD® Locomotion System. This is only one of two in the UK, the other being at The Stoke Mandeville Hospital. The Giger MD therapy device is the culmination of 25 years of development in Switzerland. The device uses harmonious movements in coordinated dynamic equilibrium. This results in all four limbs moving together in a synchronized pattern to stimulate the nervous system in a manner similar to walking.

The device is designed to provide the best possible physiological position, lying flat or nearly flat, to lighten the load on one’s spine. By unloading the spine an individual is able to stay in constant motion while eliminating the effects of gravity. As a result clients are able to actively or passively cycle in a manner that reduces fatigue to both client and staff.

Facile treatment The entire body is kept constantly in motion while the effects of gravity are eliminated

Best physiological position: lying down flat with the spine lightened from its load and one’s legs up

Continuous active and passive motion (CAPM)©

All four limbs are kinematically linked together

Arms, legs, back, pelvis, shoulders and head are guided

Limbs and back are alternately stretched and rotated

Can be used by anyone easily and without fatigue