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Because the force of gravity can turn patient’s own body weight into an obstacle, some of the most useful recovery devices like the SaeboMAS are designed to counteract this force. Mechanical support systems designed for the arms, legs and overall body, help support and facilitate movement to make task-oriented exercises possible.

Support systems like the SaeboMAS aren’t used just to speed up the therapy process. One study found that stroke survivors who receive extra weight support actually walk better than patients who must support their own weight during rehabilitation. This makes sense, because gait training is more effective when patients are able to move their joints and muscles more quickly after stroke.[Saebo]