Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

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...
Stories Rifton TRAM Plays Cameo in Wedding July 08, 2014 by Carmen Hinkey
Augie Nieto, a man with ALS, walking his daughter down the aisle at her wedding, aided by the Rifton TRAM.
Over the weekend we were treated to one of those heartwarming stories that never get old. Augie Nieto, indefatigable ALS survivor, fulfilled a pledge to walk his daughter down the aisle at her wedding. This remarkable accomplishment was made possible by Augie’s determination coupled with the Rifton TRAM. Rather than try to describe the scene, watch this segment from The Today Show and then read the...
PT/OT Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis and Exercise April 22, 2014 by Elena Noble, MPT
A physical therapist helps guide a patient in a Rifton TRAM mobility and transfer device
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a devastating neurodegenerative disease involving the progressive loss of upper and lower motor neurons. The increasing muscle atrophy and spasticity caused by the disease leads to weakness and fatigue which eventually affects a person’s ability to ambulate, complete self-care tasks and ultimately breathe. As...