Benefits of the UEU
- Increase strength
- Increase range of motion (active and passive range of motion))
- Isolate desired (weakened) muscle or muscle groups and strengthen them to enable function
- Eliminate gravitational forces acting on the body to facilitate weak muscle groups and active movement
- Obtain measurable gains in muscle strength and flexibility
- Improve balance
- Improve coordination
- Focus on a particular functional skill
- Promote developmental milestones
- Facilitate upright position in any position
- Partial or full weight bearing
- Very early postoperative rehabilitation
- Promotes motor learning and motor planning
- Provides a variety of sensory-integration techniques
- Helps one to develop a sense of security and success
- “Load” or “unload” the exercised joints (joint distraction or compression)
- Promotes independence and overall improved physical image -“self confidence”