The Balance Assessment Tool Kit consists of an adjustable testing vest; rigid orthotic; five pounds worth of weights divided into 1/16, 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 lb. increments; and exam evaluation forms. The garment and weights are covered by hook and loop fabric, allowing weight placement anywhere on the outside of the device. This patented device contains indicator marks on the garment for use in documentation and repeat application of the weights.
Application
For use by a professional trained in Balance-Based Torso-Weighting® to determine whether the addition of supplemental sensory information is of benefit to the patient when used with the BW300 Device. Click here to view our BalanceWear® Measuring Guide video.
Patient Size
Evaluation device adjusts to fit patients within the following ranges:
Height 58 in. — 76 in.
Waist 25 in. — 52 in.
Pediatric, Youth, and Adult XL sizes are also available.
Indications
This proprioceptive supplemental sensory device is intended to stabilize the torso to control center of gravity control over the base of support during sitting or standing and with dynamic activities such as walking, turning, during exercise and running. It is intended to improve postural control, reduce leaning, and the possibility of falls without restricting body movement or ability, including patients with:
- 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 unless authorized by physician
Warnings
- Always monitor the patient while wearing the device prior to distribution.
- Patients who do not show immediate improvement or who become more unsteady should not be given a device for home use.
MTI provides innovative, non-invasive wearable postural control and balance stabilizing products that may help individuals with mobility and balance issues.
The company's patented BalanceWear® series of Truncal Orthosis vests and patented Balance-Based Torso-Weighting Methodology (BBTW®) was developed to provide help to patients balance and mobility disorders by stabilizing the trunk.
Many older individuals and those persons with neurological conditions may have a loss of postural control and compromised balance as a symptom of a medical condition. BalanceWear may be helpful for such conditions.
NOTE: BalanceWear is not a medical treatment or cure for any disease.