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Families with children who have suffered birth injuries such as cerebral palsy are always looking for the best types of treatments and medical care that is available to them in order. One method that has been found to be an effective treatment for children with spinal issues has been Lokomat robot-assisted walking therapy.

Lokomat robot-assisted walking therapy utilizes a harness that is suspended over a treadmill with robotic leg straps on it. The patient is attached to the harness and leg straps before a computer begins moving their legs on the treadmill at a controlled speed in a natural motion. The repetitive walking pattern has been found to help strengthen muscles, Improve circulation, and teach the brain walking motions.

A recent report from CBS’s New York television station profiled MacKenzie Maher, a young girl who was born with cerebral palsy that initially left her unable to walk. However, after working with doctors and using the Lokomat method in a clinical trial, she is now able to walk on her own.

“Like before I couldn’t even keep up with my family when I was walking. Now my mom says that I have to actually slow down,” MacKenzie said.

While MacKenzie was able to get her treatments funded through the Shriners, not everyone who could benefit from Lokomat therapies may be as fortunate. If you or a loved one have a child who suffered a birth injury and need money to fund medical expenses such as Lokomat therapy, contact a birth injury attorney at Sokolove Law today to learn if you may be able to pursue legal action.

Cerebral Palsy