Equipment and Software for Equipment and Software for Ankle RehabilitationAnkle Rehabilitation
Balance PadAnkle BraceROM Walker/BootWhirlpoolMavenline Software
Goal Goal
The goal of this equipment is to get someone back on both feet after an ankle injury by rehabilitating with this equipment and protecting the ankle from another injury
Airex Balance PadAirex Balance Pad
Allows you practice balancing on a bad ankle to regain stability
Use: Improves coordination, athletic skills and posture
Good for strengthening the injured part of the ankle
Where to Buy: Sports TekCost: $90 each
Ankle BraceAnkle Brace
Purpose is to protect and give support to the ankle during daily activities
Use/Value: worn inside the shoe and provides support to increase stability, while still allowing the athlete to participate in activity
Where to buy: Dicks Sporting GoodsCost: $39.99
ROM Walker/BootROM Walker/Boot
Allows injured person to walk without limping and pain.
Use/Value: Increase stability, decrease inflammation, decrease pain while walking, allow for restoration of ankle joint function
Where to buy: The Brace ShopCost: $178.99
WhirlpoolWhirlpool
Generate air bubbles and water from pumps placed at strategic points allowing the flow of air and water to massage specific areas of the body (can be hot or cold)
Use/Value: helps remove lactic acid, reduces swelling and improves recovery time
Ideal for improving circulation for range of motion exercises
Where to Buy: Coldtub.com Cost:$1,000-$4,000
Mavenline SoftwareMavenline Software
Goes through a “point and click” assessment for the client (no writing/typing)
Automatically documents everything about the patients visit
Use/Value: Automatically suggests and generates exercises for the patient based on the assessment
Where to buy: Mavenlive.com Cost:Free