AlterG anti-gravity treadmill used for rehabilitation therapy

The Spine & Rehab Group’s staff of Pain Specialists and Physical Therapists are proud to have the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill available to our patients in our New Jersey and New York City spine and pain centers. As seen on the Dr. Oz Show, the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill is used to support rehabilitation and recovery for a wide range of patients, including athletes recovering from sports injuries and individuals experiencing mobility limitations or chronic pain.

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What Is an Anti-Gravity Treadmill?

An anti gravity treadmill is an advanced rehabilitation device designed to reduce the amount of body weight placed on the joints and muscles during walking or running. Using specialized air pressure technology, the AlterG treadmill allows patients to exercise comfortably while supporting a percentage of their body weight.

This technology makes movement possible for patients who may otherwise experience pain during traditional physical therapy or exercise, helping them safely rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence throughout recovery. The AlterG allows our patients with knee pain, back pain, leg pain, spine conditions, injuries and other conditions to perform Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation programs with more ease and effectiveness.

The AlterG does this by aiding patients with limited mobility to follow through with their customized Physical Therapy treatment programs, allowing the body to:

Promote healing
Reduce pain
Improve mobility and flexibility
Increase range of motion
Strengthen the muscles and joints

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How Does the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill Work?

The team of top-rated pain treatment doctors and skilled physical therapists works with each patient to accelerate their physical therapy treatment plan. The AlterG may be recommended in addition to a treatment plan to reduce stress on the lower joints, especially patients with knee pain, knee injuries and knee arthritis. The AlterG treadmill works by using differential air pressure technology to gently lift and support the body inside a sealed chamber.

Patients wear specialized shorts that zip into the treadmill enclosure, allowing air pressure to reduce gravitational forces placed on the lower body. This controlled unloading of body weight reduces stress on joints such as the knees, hips, ankles, and spine, allowing patients to walk or run with less pain while therapists safely guide rehabilitation progress.

The AlterG works by:

Reducing the gravity’s impact based on a person’s body weight
Rehabilitate lower extremity injuries with less pain and less impact (especially the knee, foot, hip and ankle)
Provide a safe way to lose weight and exercise more intensely while unweighted
Train without pain and reduce stress to the joints and muscles
Recover effectively and with less pain after training or competition

patient TESTIMONIALS ★★★★★

I had extensive knee surgery and had physical therapy done here, the physical therapy department is really great and knowledgeable! The antigravity threadmill was really great and helped me so much. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone.

Stephanie C. ★★★★★

Dr Mehta was amazing!! After five years of unexplained back pain, and visits to multiple doctors/physical therapists, Dr Mehta was the first to fully explain my back pain to me. He spent 40 minutes carefully explaining the causes of my pain, the implications of that, and my options. He has fantastic bedside manner and clearly demonstrates expertise in his field.

Shai C.

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Benefits of Anti-Gravity Treadmill Therapy

Anti-gravity treadmill therapy provides several rehabilitation benefits for patients recovering from injury or managing chronic pain conditions:

Earlier return to walking and movement during recovery
Reduced joint stress and inflammation
Improved gait training and balance
Enhanced strength and conditioning with less risk of reinjury
Greater confidence during rehabilitation

Alterg Training at the Spine & Rehab Group

The team of dedicated Sports Medicine Doctors At The Spine & Rehab Group in New Jersey and Manhattan use a wide range of non-surgical treatments to help you find pain relief and healing effectively. The AlterG Treadmill may be recommended in combination with other treatments, which include Physical Therapy, Medical Massage, Acupuncture and Interventional Pain Treatments.

If pain, injury, or limited mobility is preventing you from staying active, our specialists can evaluate your condition and determine whether AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill therapy is right for you. Contact The Spine & Rehab Group today to schedule a consultation and begin a personalized rehabilitation program designed to help you move comfortably and recover safely.

This content was co-authored and medically reviewed by the expert physician team at The Spine & Rehab Group, a multi-location practice specializing in interventional spine care and minimally invasive orthopedic treatments. The team is led by Amr Hosny, a board-certified interventional spine specialist with over 15 years of experience in image-guided, non-surgical treatments for neck, back, joint, and musculoskeletal pain. Together, Dr. Hosny and the team have performed over 10,000 outpatient interventional procedures across New Jersey and New York, including epidural steroid injections, facet joint interventions, and radiofrequency ablation. Their extensive experience ensures all website content aligns with current, evidence-based standards in spine diagnosis, rehabilitation, and musculoskeletal care.

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