THERAPY & PRACTICE
Gait therapy with added impact
How the THERA-Trainer lyra at Passauer Wolf Bad Gögging supports neurological rehabilitation
Nina Ruppert
Corporate Communications department at Passauer Wolf
At Passauer Wolf Bad Gögging, gait therapy with the THERA-Trainer lyra is setting new standards in neurological rehabilitation. The device has established itself as an effective tool, particularly in acute Parkinson’s treatment and stroke therapy. Following the recent expansion of inpatient acute neurology capacity to 55 beds, an increased number of patients will benefit from this innovative therapeutic intervention.
In order for the body to relearn how to walk, the brain needs precise movement signals that are clear, rhythmic and repeatable.
Motor learning in neurological diseases
At Passauer Wolf Bad Gögging, patients with neurological disorders are treated as part of neurological rehabilitation following a stay in hospital, after an operation or for chronic complaints – at the Neurological Centre for Movement Disorders at the Passauer Wolf specialist clinic in Bad Gögging, with complex Parkinson’s treatment starting as early as the acute phase. Stroke treatment is also one of the location’s core competences.
After a stroke or with neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s, the ability to walk is often limited – control, rhythm and safety are lacking. In order for the body to relearn how to walk, the brain needs precise movement signals that are clear, rhythmic and repeatable so that new neuronal connections are created. The central nervous system can only overwrite old patterns and establish new ones through the repetition of regular, correctly performed steps. This is exactly where lyra comes in: the device reproduces a physiological gait pattern that can be adapted to each patient within a few seconds. The high step frequency of up to 100 steps per minute, precise repetition accuracy and dynamic weight relief enable intensive training that would be almost impossible to achieve with conventional therapy alone.
After a stroke or with neurological diseases such as Parkinson’s, the ability to walk is often limited – control, rhythm and safety are lacking. In order for the body to relearn how to walk, the brain needs precise movement signals that are clear, rhythmic and repeatable so that new neuronal connections are created. The central nervous system can only overwrite old patterns and establish new ones through the repetition of regular, correctly performed steps. This is exactly where lyra comes in: the device reproduces a physiological gait pattern that can be adapted to each patient within a few seconds. The high step frequency of up to 100 steps per minute, precise repetition accuracy and dynamic weight relief enable intensive training that would be almost impossible to achieve with conventional therapy alone.
The lyra is a valuable contribution to our therapists’ occupational health in daily clinical practice.
For patients with Parkinson’s, the lyra offers an ideal combination of safety, freedom of movement and a steady gait rhythm. Imbalances and freezing moments can be specifically addressed, while the fluid, reproducible movement gives the body orientation. For people who have suffered a stroke – often accompanied by paralysis or increased tone – the lyra also provides the basis for the first safe steps and thus for a new body awareness.
Professor Tobias Wächter, Medical Director and Head of Neurology at Passauer Wolf Bad Gögging, witnesses the positive effects of the gait trainer on a daily basis: “In acute Parkinson’s treatment, we see impressive progress time and again with the lyra. Parkinson’s patients with unphysiologically small steps and freezing benefit greatly from gait training,” says the doctor. “And the lyra also shows how valuable it is in stroke therapy. It creates a sense of achievement that motivates patients and advances the rehab process in a meaningful way.”
Professor Tobias Wächter, Medical Director and Head of Neurology at Passauer Wolf Bad Gögging, witnesses the positive effects of the gait trainer on a daily basis: “In acute Parkinson’s treatment, we see impressive progress time and again with the lyra. Parkinson’s patients with unphysiologically small steps and freezing benefit greatly from gait training,” says the doctor. “And the lyra also shows how valuable it is in stroke therapy. It creates a sense of achievement that motivates patients and advances the rehab process in a meaningful way.”
Pelvic stabilisers and a dynamic body weight support system provide the necessary support even for severely affected patients.
Technology with added value
The lyra has also significantly changed the treatment of patients from a therapeutic perspective. The ease of use, quick transfer and ability to train patients at different functional levels create real efficiency – and, above all, noticeable success. “We see every day how much encouragement and motivation the lyra gives to patients. Patients who barely tolerate standing can suddenly walk for several minutes continuously or regain a fluid gait pattern. For us as a team of therapists, it is impressive to see how quickly the body reacts to The physiological movement stimuli,” says Stefan Ipfelkofer, Head of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy at Passauer Wolf Bad Gögging. The therapists also benefit from the modern trainer in their day-to-day work: “The suspension allows us to guide movements precisely without having to constantly hold or lift with force. This minimises musculoskeletal loading on the spine and joints, promotes ergonomic working and provides therapeutic flexibility. The lyra is a valuable contribution to our therapists’ occupational health in daily clinical practice.
The lyra combines technical precision with a high therapeutic benefit – creating ideal conditions for real progress in gait therapy. In addition to neuropsychological sessions, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, physical therapy and sports therapy, the lyra at Passauer Wolf Bad Gögging contributes to a holistic therapeutic approach that is individually tailored to each patient’s needs and effectively supports the rehabilitation process.
The lyra combines technical precision with a high therapeutic benefit – creating ideal conditions for real progress in gait therapy. In addition to neuropsychological sessions, occupational therapy, physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, physical therapy and sports therapy, the lyra at Passauer Wolf Bad Gögging contributes to a holistic therapeutic approach that is individually tailored to each patient’s needs and effectively supports the rehabilitation process.
We see every day how much encouragement and motivation the lyra gives to patients.
The lyra combines technical precision with a high therapeutic benefit.
More capacity, more opportunities, more mobility
With the expansion to 55 inpatient beds in acute neurology, Passauer Wolf Bad Gögging is strengthening its role as a competent centre for neurological rehabilitation. Modern robotic therapy systems such as the lyra, combined with medical expertise and therapeutic experience, form a strong foundation for sustainable therapeutic success. The lyra is far more than just a device: it is a motivator, a tool for motor learning and a beacon of hope for people who are looking for a way back to walking.
In addition to the lyra, patients at Passauer Wolf Bad Gögging are supported on their journey to greater mobility with a variety of state-of the-art therapy devices.
Nina Ruppert
Corporate Communications department at Passauer Wolf
Nina Ruppert has been an editor in the Corporate Communications department at Passauer Wolf since 2024. She studied journalism at the Catholic University of Eichstätt Ingolstadt and Comparative Cultural Studies at the University of Regensburg.
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