The Parastep^® is a microcomputer controlled functional neuromuscular stimulation (FNS) system that enables independent, unbraced ambulation (i.e., standing and walking) by people with a spinal cord injury.

The Parastep^® is a non-invasive system and consists of the following components:

-	a microcomputer controlled         neuromuscular stimulation unit
-	a battery activated power pack with re-charger
-	the Paratester™, a unit for pre-testing main system operation and electrode cables
-	surface applied skin electrodes
-	power and electrode cables
-	a control and stability walker with finger activated control switches.