RECIPROCATING REHABILITATION DEVICE

摘要

A reciprocating rehabilitation device that can be used as a stand alone unit or incorporated within a stationary bicycle. The device utilizes independently operating pedals together with range of motion limiters. Patients and therapists alike can rehab each limb independently through any necessary progressive range of motion on the way to recovery.

主权项

1. A reciprocating rehabilitation device, the device comprising:
a frame; a crank axle supported by said frame, said crank axle having two ends; a first foot pedal coupled near one end of said crank axle through a first crank arm wherein said first pedal having a generally circular range of motion about said crank axle; a resistance element for resisting pedal motion in a first direction within said range; a force element for forcing pedal motion in a second direction within said range; and; a plurality of apertures disposed along said range of motion whereby insertion of a stop element within one of said apertures adjusts said range of at least one of said directions.