Winston Manufacturing partnered with several organizations to develop and construct a new pediatric treadmill for University of Louisville Medicine.

The treadmill is used to treat spinal cord injuries. Children can experience substantial progress through locomotor training. The therapy can help patients recover the ability to walk, stand, and sit. The child is suspended over the treadmill as their feet are moved in a stepping motion by trainers. Consequently, this taps into the capabilities of the spinal cord to regain movement control.

The treatment initially developed on treadmills designed for adults. However this presented several challenges. Consequently, both the child and the trainer had to compensate for the machine being too large. But the new treadmill makes the therapy easier and more comfortable.

“We were happy to be a part of this project,” said Valerie Shelton, CEO of Winston Industries. “It highlights our capabilities. If we can do that while helping a child, that is something we can all feel good about.”