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NexStride | U-Step Alternative

NexStride | U-Step Alternative

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This attaches to any mobility device to provide visual and/or auditory cues to help limit freezing, shuffling gait and ultimately decrease fall risk. It's an awesome new tool that provides the flexibility to use on whatever mobility device meets your needs so you don't have to purchase a whole new walker.

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Specifications

Product dimensions: 4.2 x 2 x 1.5in
Battery life: 6.5 hours of continuous use
Attaches to canes and walkers with diameters of 0.79-2.5in

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What mobility devices is the NexStride compatible with?

The NexStride is designed to attach to virtually any mobility device you already own, including walkers, canes, rollators, and other walking aids. This universal compatibility means you can continue using your current mobility device while adding the benefits of gait training technology.

Q: Who can benefit from using the NexStride | U-Step Alternative?

The NexStride is particularly beneficial for individuals with Parkinson's disease, those experiencing freezing episodes, shuffling gait, or anyone at increased fall risk. It's also helpful for people in rehabilitation or those who need additional sensory cues to maintain proper walking patterns.

Q: What types of cues does the NexStride provide?

The device offers both visual and auditory cues that can be used individually or together. These sensory prompts help break through freezing episodes and encourage more natural walking patterns, giving users the flexibility to choose the type of feedback that works best for them.

Q: Is the NexStride easy to install and use?

Yes, the NexStride is designed for easy attachment to your existing mobility device. The installation process is straightforward, and the device is user-friendly, allowing you to start benefiting from improved gait training immediately without complex setup procedures.

Q: How does the NexStride compare to purchasing a new specialized walker?

The NexStride offers a cost-effective alternative to buying an entirely new specialized walker like the U-Step. Instead of replacing your current mobility device, you can simply add the NexStride's gait training technology to whatever device you're already comfortable using, saving money while maintaining familiarity with your equipment.

Q: Can the NexStride help reduce fall risk?

Yes, by providing visual and auditory cues that help overcome freezing episodes and improve gait patterns, the NexStride is specifically designed to help decrease fall risk. The device encourages more confident and stable walking, which can significantly improve overall mobility safety.

Q: What makes the NexStride different from other mobility aids?

The NexStride's key advantage is its universal compatibility and flexibility. Rather than being a standalone device, it enhances your existing mobility equipment with advanced gait training technology, allowing you to keep using the mobility device you're already comfortable with while adding therapeutic benefits.

P65 Warning for Plastics

⚠ WARNING:This product can expose you to chemicals including ethylene, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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Why we know this works!

We love NexStride because as occupational therapy practitioners (OTPs) we watch feet freeze to the floor at doorways and turns in Parkinson's, and no amount of trying harder gets them unstuck. Do laser and sound cues actually help freezing of gait? Yes: the laser projects a line on the floor as a visual target to step toward, and the metronome sets a steady beat to walk to, and together these cues make walking more automatic so freezing episodes happen less often. It attaches to the cane, walker, or walking stick you already own, so there is no need to buy a whole new device. This is especially important for people with Parkinson's who freeze, shuffle, or hesitate at thresholds and turns. Check that your device's tubing is between 0.79 and 2.5 inches in diameter first, and remember NexStride adds cues, not physical support: if balance is poor, pair it with a stable device like a front wheeled walker.

What The Experts Say
Katie Tipton
COTA/L
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
"I love Nexstride because it can be attached to the client's existing assistive device. The metronome and laser effectively help clients with freezing and transitions on various floor surfaces, reducing the risk of falls."

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