NASA Technology

AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill in Surbiton

Experience the future of rehabilitation. Our AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill allows you to walk or run at as little as 20% of your body weight - enabling pain-free movement and faster recovery.

5-Star Rated Insurance Accepted Up to 80% Weight Reduction
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AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill at Lambert Sports Clinic Surbiton

What is the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill?

The AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill is a revolutionary piece of rehabilitation technology originally developed by NASA to help astronauts maintain fitness in space.

It uses patented Differential Air Pressure (DAP) technology to gently lift you, reducing the impact on your joints while you walk or run. This means you can exercise with significantly less pain and stress on injured areas.

At Lambert Sports Clinic, we use the AlterG as part of our comprehensive physiotherapy programmes to help patients recover faster, return to activity sooner, and achieve outcomes that wouldn't be possible with traditional rehabilitation alone.

Precise weight adjustment in 1% increments
Real-time gait analysis and feedback
Safe enclosed chamber design
Suitable for walking, jogging, and running

Reduce Your Body Weight By Up To

80%

Walk or run at just 20% of your normal body weight for pain-free rehabilitation

Benefits of AlterG Rehabilitation

Why our patients love training on the AlterG

Pain-Free Movement

Reduce weight bearing to a comfortable level, allowing you to walk or run without pain during recovery.

Faster Recovery

Start rehabilitation earlier and progress faster by safely challenging your body while protecting healing tissues.

Maintain Fitness

Keep your cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength during injury recovery without setbacks.

Precision Control

Adjust weight support in precise 1% increments for perfectly controlled progression through your rehab.

Who Can Benefit from AlterG?

The AlterG is ideal for a wide range of conditions and goals

Post-Surgery Rehabilitation

ACL reconstruction, knee/hip replacement, ankle surgery, Achilles repair, and spinal procedures.

Lower Limb Injuries

Stress fractures, shin splints, plantar fasciitis, tendinopathies, and muscle strains.

Arthritis & Joint Conditions

Knee and hip osteoarthritis, joint pain, degenerative conditions requiring low-impact exercise.

Neurological Conditions

Stroke recovery, Parkinson's disease, MS, and other conditions affecting gait and balance.

Athletic Performance

Speed and endurance training, return-to-sport programmes, and overtraining recovery.

Weight Management

Low-impact cardio for those who find traditional exercise painful due to excess weight.

How Does an AlterG Session Work?

Your step-by-step AlterG experience at Lambert Sports Clinic

1

Assessment

Your physiotherapist assesses your condition and determines if AlterG is appropriate for your rehabilitation.

2

Fit the Shorts

You wear special neoprene shorts that zip into the AlterG's inflatable chamber.

3

Calibrate

The machine calibrates to your weight, then we adjust the air pressure to your prescribed level.

4

Train

Walk or run pain-free while your physio monitors your gait and adjusts the programme as needed.

80%
Max Weight Reduction
1%
Precision Increments
50%
Faster Recovery*
5.0
Star Rating

*Based on typical patient outcomes compared to traditional rehabilitation

AlterG vs Traditional Rehabilitation

Why the AlterG accelerates your recovery

Feature AlterG Traditional Rehab
Weight-bearing control Precise 1% increments Limited options
Early mobilisation Days post-surgery Weeks post-surgery
Pain during exercise Minimal to none Often significant
Cardiovascular maintenance Full training possible Limited options
Real-time gait feedback Built-in analysis Separate assessment
Confidence building Safe environment Fear of re-injury

AlterG May Be Covered by Your Insurance

When used as part of your physiotherapy treatment plan, AlterG sessions may be covered by your health insurance. We're recognised by Bupa, AXA, Vitality, Aviva, Cigna, and more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about AlterG rehabilitation

The AlterG is a revolutionary treadmill developed using NASA technology that uses Differential Air Pressure to support your body weight. It allows you to walk or run at as little as 20% of your normal body weight, enabling pain-free movement during rehabilitation. The air pressure gently lifts you within an enclosed chamber, reducing stress on joints while maintaining a natural gait pattern.

AlterG sessions are typically included as part of your physiotherapy treatment when clinically appropriate. Sessions may be covered by your health insurance when used as part of a prescribed rehabilitation programme. Contact us for specific pricing information or to discuss your treatment options.

When the AlterG is used as part of your physiotherapy treatment plan, it may be covered by your health insurance. We're recognised by all major UK insurers including Bupa, AXA, Vitality, Aviva, Cigna, and WPA. We recommend checking with your insurer or contact us and we can help guide you through the process.

You'll need to wear shorts (fitted shorts work best) as we provide special neoprene AlterG shorts that zip into the machine's chamber. Bring your normal running or walking trainers. A comfortable workout top is also recommended. We have changing facilities available.

A typical AlterG physiotherapy session is 45-60 minutes, which includes setup, calibration, your training time, and cool-down. The actual time on the treadmill varies based on your fitness level and rehabilitation stage - it might start at 10-15 minutes and progress as you improve.

This depends on your specific surgery and surgeon's guidelines. Many patients can begin AlterG rehabilitation within 1-2 weeks post-surgery - much earlier than traditional weight-bearing exercise. Your physiotherapist will liaise with your surgeon to determine the optimal time to start. The ability to precisely control weight-bearing makes AlterG ideal for early post-surgical rehabilitation.

Ready to Experience the AlterG?

Book your AlterG rehabilitation session today and discover pain-free recovery

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020 8133 5694

380 Ewell Road, Surbiton, Surrey, KT6