The device creates optical images and sound with visual and auditory cues which respond to the patient's movements. The patient practices by stepping over the visual cues and listening for the auditory cues which both help restore the individual's proper walking pattern.
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Image seen through goggles
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Using the goggles, you can see the tiled floor image super-imposed over the real world.
The visual cues are clearly visible and with high contrast. They are very easy to focus on and leave a strong impression. The GaitAid therapy routine includes walking along a path while imagining steping on the virtual tiles seen through the goggles. |
Through goggles - The tiled floor image super-imposed over the real world.
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Practice is possible in any safe walking path - in the home, neighborhood or walking trail. It is beneficial to practice in different environments.
With some patients, the effect is immediate within the first use. Practice is fun and is typically a twenty minute session. Each new practice session brings on a longer lasting improvement.
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