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Above: Adjustable Dumbbell Toy Set for Kids - Fill with Beach Sand or Water to increase weight. From Liberty Imports at www.Amazon.com
EasyStand 6000 Glider Evolv
EasyStand 6000 Glider Evolv
For people who cannot stand on their own. Handlebars move back and forth, similar to a Nordic Track machine. An additional photo is below. Image of Darryl and device is from: https://easystand.com
Music therapy to improve walking
Music therapy to improve walking
A new device is being developed to help people whose walking ability has been impacted by accidents, stroke, or disease. The new device combines sensors, software, and music. Check out the moving-and-grooving people on their website!
Theracycle
Theracycle
A great option for people who cannot move their legs on their own--but who still crave movement. Excellent for circulation!
It means cycling with on-demand power assistance. Speed can be adjusted to go up to 15 m.p.h. You can power it all by yourself OR get some electronic assistance.
More pictures are below. The handlebar moves back and forth in order to move a person's torso and arms, in addition to legs. Image from: https://www.theracycle.com
Easystand ("Glider")
Easystand ("Glider")
[See above photo modeled by Darryl.] Pneumatic power (hand-pumping air) raises a person from sitting to standing. No electricity is needed. The "EasyStand 6000 Glider Evolv Adult Size Standing Frame."
Theracycle 300
Theracycle 300
This newest Theracycle model has a swivel seat and some pedal options. This machine can move your legs even if you cannot move them yourself. Used by people impacted by stroke, Parkinson's Disease, MS, etc.
Theracycle 200
Theracycle 200
This much-used Theracycle has velcro-fastening "boots" (metal frames) on each pedal. They are a helpful option if needed to stabilize the user's lower legs/knees while cycling.
Theracycle 100
Theracycle 100
Yet another Theracycle! No need to climb aboard; just park a wheelchair in front of it. This model is made for people for whom a wheelchair is the best seating option.
Image from www.theracycle.com
"Biodex" machine
"Biodex" machine
An "exercise cycle" that is powered by your legs/feet and arms/hands. One trainer describes it as being like a blend of "an elliptical [machine], a stair climber [machine], and a recumbent bike." Needed: at least minimal ability to move your legs.
"NuStep" machine
"NuStep" machine
One trainer likes the fact that both the Biodex and Nustep allow for a person's arms to move "contra-laterally" which "hones the part of the brain affected by MS," she says. Needed: at least minimal ability to move your legs.
Conventional LAT PULL
machine by Cybex. Image from: ctbexintl.com
"Adaptive" LAT PULL
The seat has been moved aside, making space for a scooter or wheelchair to be parked where the person is sitting. This machine is also by Cybex.
Conventional OVERHEAD PRESS
machine by Cybex. Image from: cybexintl.com.
"Adaptive" OVERHEAD PRESS
The seat has been moved to the right in order to make room for a wheelchair- or scooter-user to park & exercise.
Conventional CHEST PRESS
This exercise machine is made for non-handicapped people to do the "chest press." See picture to the right: www.cybexintl.com
"Adaptve" CHEST PRESS
This machine looks similar to the one to the left, but the yellow knob is a clue: it can release the seat so the seat can be moved aside--making room for a scooter or wheelchair.
Another exercise machine ("Row")...
Another exercise machine ("Row")...
This machine is used for conventional "row" exercises. But note the yellow knob!
and its "adaptive" position.
and its "adaptive" position.
This same machine is now ready for a handicapped user to park close to it and do the "row" exercise. The seat has been moved aside.
Outdoor exercise
Outdoor exercise
The Mountain Trike is an "all-terrain, self-propelled" trike. Its lever system permits conversion to an MT Push (details on website). Also available is the MT Evo model "for riders with limited hand function." Another picture is in the Mobility section of this website.
Trained "assistance dogs" can help in home exercise routines: pulling, pushing, or playing catch with a ball.
Personal trainers can be found at most gyms such as YMCAs. This trainer is Bryant Johnson, author of "The RBG Workout."
Much information about athletes & sports is at https://www.disabledsportsusa.org
This Chicago gym (like many others) offers Seated Yoga, Chair Zumba, Flex-Ability, and other classes--for people with a variety of abilities.
This is a non-commercial website created to share information. No recommendations are made for individuals with any particular diagnosis. Everyone has their own unique capabilities. The photographs were taken spontaneously over a period of 5 years, by several people. Additional pictures (screen-shots from websites) were added for clarity of image. Those images have been credited to their corresponding websites, but no advertising fees have been collected. The information on this website represents some of the many topics that come up daily for people who live with physical challenges. This information does not constitute a comprehensive study of the topic. More accessibility tools are hopefully still being invented.
This is a non-commercial website created to share information. No recommendations are made for individuals with any particular diagnosis. Everyone has their own unique capabilities. The photographs were taken spontaneously over a period of 5 years, by several people. Additional pictures (screen-shots from websites) were added for clarity of image. Those images have been credited to their corresponding websites, but no advertising fees have been collected. The information on this website represents some of the many topics that come up daily for people who live with physical challenges. This information does not constitute a comprehensive study of the topic. More accessibility tools are hopefully still being invented.
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