Walking analyzer: Step Aid
Walking analyzerStep Aid
It measures the balance of loads on the left and right, generating an ideal gait.
Step Aid is a load measuring device one can use by just walking. It informs with sounds whether the walking load during rehabilitation is appropriate in real-time, and also visualizes the load state with a graph one can see at a glance. Due to its easy measurement of one or two leg loads, it allows efficient rehabilitation.
Two-minute Step Aid Promotional Movie
The realization of rehabilitation that does not rely on touch through using hearing- and sight-based feedback.
Step Aid is a shoe-shaped leg weight calculation balance aid.
This helps visualize the strength of the weight for which the patient had relied on their senses and it is possible to clarify the goal and evaluation of rehabilitation which can be expected to be useful for early recovery in treatment of lower limb fracture etc.
Features of Step Aid
Step Aid is a shoe-shaped leg weight calculation balance aid.
This helps visualize the walking weight which had been relied on the sense of the patient in rehabilitation.
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It gives an audible signal indicating the load weight.
Step Aid is an easy-to-take-off shoe type. After putting it on and walking, our exclusively developed sheet sensor measures the load weight. There are two types of sounds: One signaling when walking with an appropriate load and one warning when the load weight is too much. When the load weight is too weak, there will be no sound. The sounds allow clear notification. Patients and rehabilitation staff can proceed with the rehabilitation with peace of mind.
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Results can be visualized.
One Handy Unit can measure each leg’s load weight, so the left and right balance can be monitored. The measurement result monitor shows the left and right balance as a graph.
Rehabilitation for ideal walking is possible. -
Progress can be recorded.
You can receive the load weight results on a computer. You can check the progress and the rehabilitation goals can be set based on the data. It is possible to receive data in a computer real-time. Information can be managed for each patient with dedicated software.
Product Lineup
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Step Aid single foot type
Appropriate load weight range, minimum load weight line, maximum load weight line will be shown in the Handy Unit real-time. Rehabilitation can proceed while confirming the state of the load weight.
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Step Aid both feet type
Appropriate load weight range, minimum load weight line, maximum load weight line will be shown in the Handy Unit real-time. Rehabilitation can proceed while confirming the state of the load weight.
SAPC
(Standard included software)Software to save to a computer. Data management can be carried out, it makes it easy to check patient’s data history and compare with the previous data.
PCSA
(Optional single foot type software)It measures and saves the data of single foot type in real-time on a computer. The measurement time can also use truncated storage space. Using a computer, the data management can be consolidated, and it is possible to compare with the patient’s previous data. (Charged service)
PCSAW
(Optional both feet type software)It measures and saves the data of both feet type in real-time on a computer. As it measures both feet at the same time, the left-right balance can be confirmed on the computer screen. Using a computer, the data management can be consolidated, and it is possible to compare with the patient’s previous data. (Charged service)
Product Specifications
■ Overall (common on single foot, both feet)
| Load measurement accuracy | Maximum allowable limit of error: 20-120kg at ±10% |
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| Load weight measurement range | 10-120kg (Can be specified at measurements of 1kg) |
| Load weight informing function | A different buzzer sounds when within the appropriate load range and within an excessive load range |
| Additional Function | Constant monitoring for battery depletion / Energy efficient |
| Terms of use | Flat road surface in the hospital with the temperature of 20 ℃ ~ 30 ℃. No waterproofness |
| Trademark Number | Registration No. 5425028 |
| Common Name | Walking analyzer |
| Report Number | 25B1X10003000015 |
| Sensor Patent Number | No. 4860430 |
■ Battery
3 AA Nickel-hydrogen or Alkaline Batteries (4 batteries if for both feet) Battery-life approx. 20 hours
(Breakdown) 1 Shoe Unit (2 if both legs) + 2 Handy Units
■ Components
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Sensor Shoes Size Small
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Sensor Shoes Size Medium
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Shoes Unit
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Handy unit
| Sensor Shoes | Small (Pink) (252×104×100mm Weight: Approx. 420g) Up to 24.0cm Medium (White )(283×114×100mm Weight: Approx. 500g) 24.0cm-27.0cm A shoe unit base is included for each the left and right foot |
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| Shoes Unit | Size: 99×63×27mm Weight: Approx. 70g AA Battery (Nickel-hydrogen 1.2V Alkaline 1.5V) × 1 (In the case of both legs, 2 batteries) Max rated supply voltage: 1.5V. Max current: 400mA. |
| Handy Unit | Size: 140×80×25mm Weight: Approx. 190g per unit AA Battery (Nickel-hydrogen 1.2V, Alkaline 1.5V) × 2 Max rated supply voltage: 3.0V. Max current: 400mA. |
| Rechargeable battery | 4 pc |
| Charger | 1 pc |
| Disposable shoe insoles | 10 pcs |
| Neck strap | 1 pc |
| USB cable | 1 pc |
| Instruction manual, associated documentation, warranty |
1 set |
Product Warranty
Duration: 1 year from delivery date
If a failure occurs during the above warranty period due to a product defect, we will repair or replace the defective part free of charge. If the cause is not due to a product defect, a repair fee will be charged.
Responses to Implementation
Although Step Aid was originally developed for broken-leg rehabilitation, it is now used more widely by patients with paralysis due to brain disease.Here is a video interview about rehabilitation using Step Aid.
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Leads to improved hospital management by shortening the length of hospital stays
Japan Community Healthcare Organization Shiga Hospital
Director of Orthopedic Surgery Dr. Minoru Sakaida
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Easy to understand in real-time
General Foundation Sanyudo Hospital
Rehabilitation Clinic Physical Therapist Dr. Rei Miyazaka
