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June 12, 2009

Walton Foundation Funds New Equipment for Walton Rehabilitation

Augusta, GA—The Walton Foundation for Independence Board of Directors recently approved nearly $4,000 in new equipment and renovations benefiting patients and families at Walton Rehabilitation Health System
 
These include:
  • SCIFIT, an upper body exerciser that helps patients with stroke, brain injury and spinal cord injuries regain upper body strength at the Walton Outpatient Therapy Center
  • Frenzel Goggles, a state-of-the-art tool that helps therapists evaluate patients with vestibular (balance and movement) problems at the Walton Outpatient Therapy Center
  • Bariatric rolling walkers for use in inpatient therapy at Walton Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Weight set for physical therapy at the new Aiken Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Center
  • Flooring in resident rooms at Walton West, a transitional living center for survivors of brain injury
 
Since 1998, Walton Foundation for Independence has raised more than $3 million with one goal in mind – to bring people with physical challenges closer to independence and to a meaningful life with their family, friends, and communities
 

Media Contact: Danielle Wong Moores, Public Relations Specialist, 706-434-0150

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