An in-home, motorized physical therapy bike for individuals looking for a workout that targets your arms and legs.
The Theracycle-R was specifically designed to help people with movement disorders like Parkinson’s disease.
With its semi-recumbent style and rotating cranks, the Theracycle-R allows the user to get an easy workout for both upper and lower limbs. The comfortable swivel seat with flexible front arm can accommodate to the user's height and comfort.
The motor makes the difference!
The Theracycle’s unique motor allows people who may not have the strength or endurance to get a full workout on traditional exercise equipment to remain active. Even on a bad Parkinson’s day, the Theracycle works with your body to help you to get the exercise you need for both your body and your mind.
A clinical study done at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio proved that individuals with Parkinson’s who participated in a forced-exercise regimen experienced significant improvement in their PD symptoms. The Theracycle-R allows people with Parkinson’s to follow the very same forced-exercise regimen as the study.
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