GRILLO PT Front Drive gait trainer

GRILLO is a gait trainer by Ormesa (Italy) for children and adults who cannot walk on their own or walk unsteadily. Independent pelvic and trunk supports hold the body upright and take weight off the legs, while the child learns to step by themselves at home, in the yard and at school.

The light aluminium frame is easy to push and turn, even with weak arms and poor balance. The height can be changed with the child inside without shifting the centre of gravity, so the trainer grows with the child for years. The frame folds for transport and for storage in a small flat.

Key features

• PT version with a front frame: the child sees the way ahead and leans forward
• Pelvic support adjustable in height, angle and circumference; trunk support
• Wheels with brakes and direction locks
• Extras: distal abductor, forearm supports, carer handle
• Folds in one move without removing the supports; gas-spring height adjustment

Sizes

Choose the size by the user's height; supports one size smaller than the frame can be fitted (for a tall, thin child, for example).

• Mini: user height 75–95 cm, max load 35 kg, frame 15 kg
• Small: user height 90–135 cm, max load 45 kg, frame 19 kg
• Medium: user height 110–165 cm, max load 90 kg, frame 22.5 kg
• Large: user height 150–190 cm, max load 110 kg, frame 29.5 kg

Who it is for

Children, teenagers and adults with cerebral palsy (usually GMFCS II–IV), leg paresis, spina bifida, or after injuries and surgery, to train stepping and moving on their own. Size Large fits adults, including after a stroke.