The BalanceWear Balance-Based Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Strategic Weighting Full Torso Device provides supplementary sensory information to the nervous system, helping to improve balance and stability in all directions of movement, giving greater mobility and confidence.
Flexible weights are strategically placed in the garment using a hook and loop fastener system according to the individual patient’s BalanceWear Body Chart Weight Locator, specifically tailored to rebalance losses. Click here to view our BalanceWear® Measuring Guide video.
| Sizing: Measure around waist | Height | |||
| Regular | Small (28”-36”) | Medium (36”-44”) | Large (44”-52”) | (38”-41”) |
| Short | Small (28”-36”) | Medium (36”-44”) | Large (44”-52”) | (34”-37”) |
| Tall | Small (28”-36”) | Medium (36”-44”) | Large (44”-52”) | (42”-45”) |
(Height: Measurement from bottom front of vest, over shoulder, to bottom back of vest.)
Indications
This device is for patients with balance and mobility loss, including:
- Parkinson’s Disease
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Stroke
- Head Trauma
- Brain Surgery
- Elderly
- Osteoporosis
- Ataxia
- Cerebral Palsy
- Dizziness
Clinical judgement required if this device is being used by people with conditions that could be compromised by compression, including those with:
- Cardiac or respiratory conditions
- Trunk wounds
- Ostomy or Colostomy
- G-Tubes
- Recent surgical incisions
Cautions
- Do not change the location of the weights.
- Do not let others use this device.
- If you feel less stable, remove the device immediately until you can see your provider.
Motion Therapeutics Inc. provides non-invasive, innovative and new treatment options for Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Ataxia, stroke, and other balance disorders. The company’s patented Balance-Based Torso-Weighting (BBTW®) helps patients improve from mobility disorders, balance problems, and other balance disorders including Sensory Based Motor Disorder (SBMD).