Since its 2020 opening, the Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital set out to meet the most complex neurological injuries with the most advanced technology available. In a recent interview, Randy Carson, PT, DPT, NCS, explains why Aretech technology was — and continues to be — the cornerstone of their rehabilitation gym. The decision to start with two ZeroG Gait and Balance Systems was rooted in a commitment to both patient progression and therapist safety.
Three advantages that anchored the gym
Randy points to three essential advantages of ZeroG that shaped how the team built their space and their practice.
Safety. Advanced fall protection lets patients "fail safely," building the confidence to attempt difficult movements without fear of falling.
Therapist empowerment. By removing the physical burden of preventing falls, therapists can focus entirely on high-level clinical interventions rather than manual spotting.
Operational efficiency. A user-friendly design gets patients set up and training in under five minutes — time that goes back into therapy.
Adding a third dimension to recovery
After four years of success with the original ZeroG, the team integrated Aretech's ZeroG 3-Dimensional BWS System to support non-linear, "real-world" recovery. The upgrade adds 360-degree freedom for multi-directional pivots and complex obstacle courses, functional ADL practice such as navigating around furniture within a protected environment, and high-intensity training that keeps patients engaged at every stage.
Aretech technology gives our patients the confidence to push their limits — and gives our therapists the freedom to focus on what matters most in each session. Randy Carson, PT, DPT, NCS — Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital
Together, the track-based ZeroG systems and the new ZeroG 3D ensure that every patient — regardless of where they are in recovery — has access to the best technology in the world.