By: Aya C. Chow
A wooden board on wheels with a name
reminiscent of that of the skateboard, the ArthroSkate, when used
in conjunction with physical rehabilitation therapy, is an
effective tool for improving range of motion in the knee. It can
be used both individually by the patient to perform active range
of motion (AROM) and by the physical therapist to aid in active
assistive range of motion exercises (AAROM).
The Jackson Arthritis Center lends the
ArthroSkate to qualifying individuals in order to expedite
rehabilitation following both primary and revision total knee
replacements (TKR).
As a proactive approach to rehabilitation,
the individual uses the ArthroSkate to focus upon both quadriceps
activity and arc of motion of the knee concurrently; thus,
promoting an efficient and successful recovery.
If you are interested in more information on the ArthroSkate Lending Program, please call (510) 238-4851 extension 104.