At Fick PT & Performance, we believe in getting you back to the activities you love—walking, running, and training—while still healing from an injury. The AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill® utilizes cutting-edge air pressure technology to reduce your body weight by up to 80%, allowing you to move with less strain on your joints and muscles. It’s ideal for injury rehabilitation, post-surgical recovery, and performance training.
The AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill® allows you to precisely track your recovery progress. By reducing your body weight during exercise, it reduces joint stress, enabling you to focus on strengthening muscles and improving your movement mechanics.
Moving with less weight on your body means less stress on your joints and surrounding structures, reducing the risk of further injury and promoting better joint health.
With less body weight during training, you can improve flexibility and mobility without overstressing your joints. It’s an excellent way to safely work on your range of motion during recovery.
For athletes coming back from injury, the AlterG enables you to keep training and maintain your fitness levels without exacerbating the injury. You can stay in shape during your recovery process.
We provide comprehensive physical therapy services for a wide range of conditions, including but not limited to:
Sports injuries
Orthopedic conditions
Post-surgical rehabilitation
Back and neck pain
Joint pain (knee, hip, shoulder, etc.)
Neurological disorders
If you’re unsure whether physical therapy is right for your condition, feel free to contact us—we’re happy to help.
The AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill® uses advanced air pressure technology to reduce the effective weight on your lower body—up to 80% body weight support. This allows you to walk or run with significantly less impact on your joints. It’s an excellent tool for:
Recovery from injury or surgery
Reducing pain while walking or running
Gait training and balance
Weight management and conditioning
Training safely during pregnancy
Sport-specific rehab and performance
Most patients can benefit from AlterG, especially those recovering from lower extremity injuries or surgeries, or those with arthritis, neurological conditions, or balance issues. Before using the treadmill, our therapists will assess whether it’s appropriate for your condition and goals.
Sessions usually last between 45 minutes to 1 hour, depending on your treatment plan. During your initial evaluation, your therapist will create a personalized plan and recommend the appropriate session duration.
Please wear comfortable, athletic clothing that allows for easy movement. For AlterG sessions, tight-fitting shorts or leggings are recommended as they help ensure a proper seal with the treadmill’s waist harness system. Athletic shoes (sneakers) are also required.
The frequency of your visits depends on your diagnosis and recovery goals. Many patients begin with 2–3 sessions per week, which may taper off as progress is made. Your therapist will continually assess and adjust your plan based on how you’re doing.
No referral is needed to use the AlterG. Feel free to contact us and we’ll help you navigate the process.
Most patients describe the experience as feeling “lighter” or “weightless.” Once the treadmill calibrates your weight and inflates the air chamber, you’ll feel gentle upward support, allowing you to move more freely with less pain or strain. It’s safe, comfortable, and surprisingly fun!
Absolutely. Many athletes use the AlterG to:
Increase training volume without added stress
Work on speed and endurance during injury recovery
Transition back to full training safely after a layoff
Improve gait and running mechanics
It’s a valuable tool for both rehab and elite performance enhancement.
Don’t let injury, pain, or physical setbacks hold you back. At Fick Physical Therapy & Performance in Highlands Ranch, the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill® helps you walk, run, and train with less impact — and more confidence.
Whether you’re recovering from surgery, dealing with joint pain, or returning to sport, AlterG can help you move better, heal faster, and get back to doing what you love.
