WALKING AND BALANCE EXERCISE DEVICE

摘要

A pelvic support unit is coupled to a base (110), by a powered vertical force actuator mechanism. A torso support unit (600), which is affixed to the patient independently of the pelvic support unit, is connected to the base (110) by one or more powered articulations which are actuable around respective axes of motion. Sensors sense the linear and angular displacement of the pelvic support unit and the torso support unit. A control unit is coupled to these sensors and, responsive to signals from them, selectively control the displacement actuator and articulation(s). Wheel modules are independently powered to both rotate and steer, and, responsive to the control unit, are capable of rolling the exercise device in a direction of travel intended by the patient.