AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill in Stuart, FL
Walk, Run, and Recover with Less Pain and Impact
At Oceanside Physical Therapy in Stuart, Florida, we’re proud to offer rehabilitation using the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill — an advanced system that helps patients walk or run safely with reduced body weight. Whether you’re recovering from surgery, healing from injury, or managing chronic joint pain, the AlterG allows you to move naturally while minimizing stress on your body.
This groundbreaking treadmill uses NASA-developed technology to gently lift a percentage of your body weight, so you can regain mobility, strength, and confidence sooner in your recovery process.
What Is the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill?
The AlterG treadmill uses lower-body positive pressure to create a safe, weight-reduced environment for walking or running. By adjusting air pressure inside a sealed chamber, the system can unweight you by as much as 80 percent — letting you move more freely without joint pain or fear of falling.
This approach helps retrain normal gait patterns, restore balance, and build muscle strength at a pace that fits your recovery level. It’s especially beneficial in early rehab when full weight-bearing is not yet possible.
Conditions That Benefit from AlterG
Our Stuart-based physical therapists use the AlterG treadmill to support recovery for:
- Hip, knee, or ankle surgeries
- ACL and ligament injuries
- Stress fractures and overuse injuries
- Joint replacement rehabilitation
- Neurological or balance impairments
- Arthritis and chronic joint pain
- Sports-related injuries requiring gradual return to play
By reducing body-weight load, we can help you safely transition from limited movement to full weight-bearing activity with better form and confidence.
Why Choose Oceanside Physical Therapy
- State-of-the-art AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill available in-clinic
- Experienced physical therapists trained in progressive gait retraining
- One-on-one supervision to ensure proper speed, form, and safety
- Personalized protocols to match your recovery goals and comfort
- Trusted by local athletes and surgical patients across the Treasure Coast
Our approach goes beyond the treadmill — we integrate AlterG sessions with strengthening, balance, and manual therapy to help you recover faster and stay active longer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the AlterG safe after surgery?
Yes. It’s one of the safest tools for post-surgical recovery, allowing controlled, partial weight-bearing under therapist supervision.
What does “unweighting” mean?
Unweighting reduces the impact of gravity on your body so you can walk or run using a fraction of your body weight, easing joint strain and pain.
Can athletes use the AlterG?
Absolutely. Many athletes use it to maintain conditioning and safely return to sport following injury.
Will it replace traditional therapy?
No. The AlterG complements your therapy by allowing earlier movement, improving gait, and supporting faster overall progress.
How does it feel to use it?
Most patients describe it as light, supported, and surprisingly natural — as though they’re walking or running freely again.
Move Forward with Confidence
Experience the difference of the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill at Oceanside Physical Therapy in Stuart, FL. Whether you’re recovering from surgery, managing joint pain, or returning to sport, our team will help you move safely, comfortably, and confidently every step of the way.
📍 Location: 931 SE Ocean Blvd Suite A, Stuart, FL 34994
📞 Call: (772) 283-3820
Proudly serving Stuart, Palm City, Jensen Beach, Hobe Sound, Jupiter and Port St. Lucie.