About
The Erigo is a tilt table combined with a stepping device that allows you to start your rehabilitation earlier. Its stepping motion helps maintain blood pressure, enabling you to train for longer and prevent some of the effects of prolonged bed rest.
The Erigo is used by the therapy team in the Acute Neurological Rehabilitation Unit. It is predominantly used for:
- Stroke
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Spinal Cord Injury
Need to know
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Erigo neurological rehabilitation is usually carried out by a physiotherapist. They'll begin by asking you to lie down on the Erigo tilt table. After strapping you in, your physiotherapist will then move to a computer panel, from which they can control the tilt table. Depending on your treatment plan, your physiotherapist will use the panel to gradually raise the table and move your legs. It can also be used to provide you with sensory motor stimulation.
The Erigo aims to:
- increase cardiovascular stability allowing you to be placed in an upright position earlier
- promote muscle strengthening and standing tolerance
- prevent complications due to prolonged bed rest or immobility such as contractures, deconditioning and muscle stiffness
- improve patient alertness.
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Erigo doesn't involve special preparation, however, you'll most likely be asked to wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes. -
Afterwards icon plus
Your consultant or physiotherapist will explain what happens after your Erigo neurological rehabilitation.
Our facilities
From complex surgery to straightforward procedures, we provide exceptional care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
London NW8 9LE
Appointments 0207 483 5148
Enquiries 020 3131 7478
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
Appointments and Enquiries 020 7234 2009
Imaging Appointments. 020 7234 2773
Switchboard 020 7407 3100 -
Acute Rehabilitation Centre
The Wellington Hospital North Building
Circus Road, St John's Wood
London NW8 6DP
Call 020 7483 5363
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The Christie Private Care
The Christie Private Care
Wilmslow Road
Manchester M20 4BX
Enquiries 0161 918 7296
Reception 0161 918 7538
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