Author Archives: Jacon Chun MPT SCS ATC CSCS

New Journal Article Highlights Potential Benefits of Lower Body Positive Pressure In Orthopedic Rehabilitation

By Jacon Chun MPT SCS ATC CSCS | Published: July 16, 2010
A journal article published in the June 2010 issue of the Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation concluded that lower body positive pressure (LBPP) treadmill training devices could be highly effective for rehabilitation after orthopedic injuries and/or orthopedic procedures. Body weight support has been used historically to unweight the lower extremities in orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation. [...]
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Do You Get The Same Workout On The AlterG?

By Jacon Chun MPT SCS ATC CSCS | Published: June 10, 2010
This is a question that we are often posed here at AlterG. People understand the benefits that the AlterG provides as far as unloading the lower extremity to provide relief after injuries or after surgery. They get that the unweighting can help people train with less impact and stress to their bodies, thus decreasing the likelihood [...]
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Practice Makes Perfect: Q & A with Current AlterG Users

By Jacon Chun MPT SCS ATC CSCS | Published: May 25, 2010
On Monday, I had the opportunity to meet with Darwin Fogt, MPT and President of Evolution Physical Therapy. We got to chat a little about how he is using the AlterG in his practice. He has a beautiful facility in a penthouse suite across from the Los Angeles Clippers practice facility. You can read [...]
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Is Barefoot Running For Everyone?

By Jacon Chun MPT SCS ATC CSCS | Published: May 11, 2010
One of the hot topics with runners, podiatrists, and sports physical therapists now is the trend of barefoot running. With more shoemakers jumping on the minimalist bandwagon after seeing the success of others, the question that needs to be posed is whether or not barefoot running is appropriate for everyone? Here’s my take on the topic: 1)    [...]
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Introducing: Jacon Chun – Clinical Specialist

By Jacon Chun MPT SCS ATC CSCS | Published: May 4, 2010
We are very pleased to announce that Jacon Chun has recently joined the AlterG team in the role of Clinical Specialist. [Jacon will be blogging regularly for us regarding medical issues, injury prevention strategies, training recommendations, and any other pertinent clinical topics. Feel free to contact us with suggestions and follow us for updates on his [...]
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