News New Mobility Magazine Discusses Rifton TRAM July 18, 2014 by Carmen Hinkey
A screenshot of New Mobility's article on Rifton's TRAM.
Word is spreading about the unique functionality of the Rifton TRAM for gait training, standing, and transfers. New Mobility has just published a great piece pointing those suffering from paralysis to the benefits available from this new device. (New Mobility is the publication of United Spinal Association.) Take a moment to read it and then share it with others who are looking for better gait training and...
PT/OT TRAM Still Turning Heads November 11, 2014 by Carmen Hinkey
Guided by a therapist, a women with a prosthetic limb uses the multi-tasking Rifton TRAM device to assist in walking.
In a profile published this month in the influential trade publication Mobility Management, staff writer Laurie Watanabe highlights the multi-tasking capabilities of the Rifton TRAM, citing its role as a gait trainer, a lift, and a transfer device. She quotes therapist Margaret Arnold on how the TRAM is helping people with a multitude of disorders or conditions, and tells the story of a brain injury...
Tips & Advice Rifton TRAM FAQ April 04, 2017 by Lori Potts, PT
A man smiles at his therapist while walking in the Rifton TRAM.
Questions about the Rifton TRAM? This new resource offers answers to the questions we’ve heard the most along with tips and guidelines to help you get the most out of your transfer and mobility device. Rifton TRAM FAQ
PT/OT Positioning Checklist for the TRAM July 15, 2016 by Elena Noble, MPT
The Rifton TRAM device showing how a positioning checklist can help to ensure proper settings for each user on the device
The Rifton TRAM offers unique recovery opportunities in rehab, homecare and school-based settings with its capacity for supported ambulation, seated and sit-to-stand transfers.
PT/OT Aging in Place with the Rifton TRAM November 04, 2014 by Elena Noble, MPT
An aging man at home using the Rifton TRAM to go from sitting to standing
Jim Bennett formed his company to help people stay in their homes longer and more safely. Originally serving the greater Phoenix area, ADL Solutions has since expanded to serve clients statewide and even further afield. Because ADL has been supplying so many TRAMs to their clients we wanted to find out more about Jim’s operations and how his clients were benefitting from the TRAM. What are the most...
Tips & Advice The Rifton TRAM or the Rifton Pacer October 23, 2012 by Elena Noble, MPT
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Since our newest item, the Rifton TRAM, has a walking component with similar prompts to the Pacer such as arm prompts, chest support, and walking saddle, therapists often wonder which to choose if they’re primarily interested in ambulation or gait training. Because the TRAM does a lot more than gait training – it’s a three-in-one device that combines sit-to-sit transfer, sit-to-stand...
Tips & Advice New Video Tutorials on Using the Rifton TRAM November 19, 2013 by Clare Stober
A patient uses the Rifton TRAM for sit to stand in the transfer mobility device video
As word of the Rifton TRAM continues to spread among therapists and caregivers we’ve recognized the need for a simple set of step-by-step tutorials to demonstrate the basic functions of this new transfer and mobility device. If you’ve recently acquired a TRAM or if you’re trying to decide whether it’s right for you or someone you’re caring for, take a few moments to watch...
Stories Using the TRAM for Safe Transfers and Mobility in the School Setting March 13, 2018 by Terri Goebel, PT, Kellie Ray, ESE Teacher and Tara Wayland, OTR/L
A young boy uses the rifton tram for safe transfers to standing and ambulation over the carpet of the gym.
Our team of therapists and educators works together to provide opportunities for functional mobility to our students throughout the school day.The challenges we face include a variety of health diagnoses, behavioral management issues, and cognitive and physical deficits. These situations require team problem solving for safe and efficient physical management of the student while maximizing participation in...
Stories Rifton TRAM Aids Post Stroke Rehabilitation A Testimonial February 12, 2013 by Elena Noble, MPT
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Contributed by Rachel LeBlanc. Our Dad, Grandpa Jim, suffered a stroke at age 85 and lost most of the use and control of his left side, especially his left arm and leg. We soon faced the fact that he was no longer able to walk or stand, and began learning how to move him from his bed to a wheelchair or the commode, and back. The toll this took on our backs and shoulders was immediately apparent. Right at...
PT/OT The Rifton TRAM vs. the Hoyer® September 16, 2014 by Elena Noble, MPT
A rehab patient ambulates in a Rifton TRAM vs a Hoyer lift
Why Worry about Lifting? In the healthcare setting, manually lifting or transferring patients causes musculoskeletal injury for both staff and patients. As a result, many healthcare facilities have implemented “no-lift” or “zero-lift” safe patient handling (SPH) policies requiring the use of mechanical lifts for all patient transfer and positioning tasks. The results have been...
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