Floating on air: anti-gravity treadmill tested for hip replacement recovery
NCT ID NCT07170215
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether walking on an anti-gravity treadmill (which reduces body weight by 80%) helps people recover strength and mobility after total hip replacement. 34 adults with hip osteoarthritis were randomly assigned to either anti-gravity treadmill training or standard physiotherapy. The main focus was on hip muscle strength, along with pain and walking tests.
What this could mean
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Active substance
anti-gravity treadmill (ALTERG VIA device)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a gentler way to exercise early after hip replacement, possibly speeding up recovery of strength and mobility.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-center trial with only 34 people. The results may not apply to everyone, and the device is not a substitute for standard rehab.
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Locations
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University Hospital Thalassotherapia Opatija
Rijeka, 51000, Croatia