Pacer Gait Trainer

The Pacer Gait Trainer helps achieve proper positioning and provides the dynamic weight-bearing and weight-shifting needed for a more natural gait pattern and easier stepping. The Pacer is a asystem comprising an upper frame with a choice of bases to accommodate clients with a broad range of abilities in a variety of settings.Detachable upper frames makes it easy to stow and transport the Pacer. Separable components allow you to bring the right base for each client and every setting.

• Versatile supports
• Multi-position saddle is the ultimate pelvic positioning component. Adjustable in five directions to accommodate each client’s posture, the multi-position saddle easily attaches to both the dynamic and standard upper frames.
• Easy height adjustment in 2.5cm increments
• Folding frame that fits easily into car boots
• Easy tool-free adjustments
• Unique five function castors
• Clients can be placed in either the anterior or posterior position with just a few simple adjustments
• Innovative castors with swivel lock, brake, variable drag and one-way ratchet control
• Available with dynamic or standard upper frame
• Available with standard base, utility base or treadmill/stability base
• 5 sizes available: mini, small, medium, large and extra-large

Product Specifications:

*Measure the vertical distance from the bent elbow to the floor while the user is standing upright

** Choose the size that allows for growth

Upper Frame Options

Dynamic Upper Frame provides dynamic weight-shifting and dynamic body-weight support, encouraging natural gait patterns

Standard Upper Frame is a great choice for clients who do not need dynamic movement.

Base Options

Standard base is designed to be used on smooth surfaces

Utility base can be used for indoors or outdoors, this base is the best choice for navigating thresholds, lawns, gravel paths or chipped playgrounds. No downhills.

Treadmill/stability base is designed to accommodate most treadmills, this base lets a client practice stepping on a treadmill before progressing to overground ambulation. It’s also a good choice for clients who need a wider, more stable base for gait training.

Optional Accessories

Arm prompts: Versatile arm prompts include height, rotation, angle, lateral proximity and forward/backward adjustments to accommodate numerous positioning requirements.

Arm platforms: Arm platforms offer a simple alternative for clients who need less arm positioning. Platforms attach to our adjustable arm prompt base and are made of closed-cell molded foam for padded comfort and easy cleaning.

Hand brakes: The hand brakes combine both running and parking brake functions in a simple lever-action control. The brakes attach to the arm prompts and can be quickly removed when not needed.

Hand loops: For less involved clients, hand loops are simpler option for upper extremity support.

Chest prompt: The padded chest prompt holds the client’s torso securely at the angle of your choice. Available in three sizes; small, medium and large

Chest pad: Ideal for less involved users, with it’s single support strap and double angle adjustment it allows easy transfers and quick positioning.

Handlebars: For users who need less arm support, the new handlebars attach quickly and adjust easily. They pair perfectly with the simple chest pad.

Multi-position saddle (MPS): Enables precise positioning of the pelvis. Adjustable in five directions to accommodate each client’s posture, the MPS attaches to both the dynamic and standard upper frames.

Pelvic support: For clients who need less abduction, the pelvic support is a softer alternative to the hip positioner. It provides weight-bearing assistance and freedom of movement while clients build strength and stamina.

Hip positioner: Enables natural pelvic movement and lower extremity weight-shifting, and provides good abduction. A pad is available for added comfort.

Thigh prompts: Thigh prompts swing with the user’s stride and prevent leg scissoring. They are adjustable in the medial and lateral directions and prevent the user from turning with the pacer frame.

Ankle prompts: Ankle prompts have comfortably padded ankle straps and spring adjusters to control stride length and placement. Adjust the strap length to determine foot separation and prevent scissoring.

Handholds: Ergonomic handholds are height-adjustable, and can be placed anywhere along the top bar of the frame. Handholds can be used by caregiver or client.

Communication tray: Features new mounting system with an improved range of positions. It is great for holding tablets and other mobile devices.

Attendant guide bar: The guide bar is made of lightweight, high strength aluminium alloy. It attaches to the front.

Accessories tote: A tough and attractive tote bag big enough to keep all your Pacer components together when not in use. Made of black ballistic nylon with a zippered top.