Case Study

Fall Risk Assessment with MobileMat

In this case study, a biomechanical specialist used MobileMat to evaluate an elderly patient having trouble maintaining balance on uneven terrain.

In this case study, a biomechanical specialist used MobileMat to evaluate an elderly patient having trouble maintaining balance on uneven terrain. The data he gathered resulted in an effective treatment plan, reducing patient sway by nearly 50% with eyes closed.

Many clinicians can assess imbalances visually, but having the data to track progress and evaluate treatment effectiveness takes patient care to the next level. In this case study, the patient was hoping to regain stability and balance after leg surgery. Find out how the clinician provided accurate assessment and effective treatment using MobileMat™ with FootMat™ Software for Clinicians.

Patient Background:

79 year-old male who previously had surgery to repair a femoral fracture.

Symptoms:

The patient was having trouble balancing on uneven terrain.

Evaluation:

The patient was evaluated on the MobileMat with FootMat Software for Clinicians to assess his levels of sway and weight distribution.

Technology to Validate Patient Progress:

Using the FootMat Software for Clinicians, a treatment plan of neuromuscular re-education and functional movement patterns was implemented and tracked.

Conclusion:

Symptoms of sway and left-side favoritism were reduced over a 5-week period.