Hi folks
I am posting this video for Elena.
It shows the bike that her sister uses to maintain her muscle functioning.
dropbox.com/s/f8sniy7p0iaej...
Just give it a moment and then click on it and it will play.
Here is a description. It looks superb.
Thanks for sharing this Elena.
Cheers
Kevin
I got my hubby a reclining exercise bike. Because of his dizziness he did not feel comfortable on a treadmill. He uses it for 20 mins about 5 times a week. I would prefer he use it longer or increase the resistance but if this is all I get, I am thankful for something. He used to go to exercise and PT and did great but as soon as he got home forget it!!!! Hoping this will at least keep his legs stronger so he will be able to weight bear longer. Sometimes he will also use a hand weight for his arms. I don't think for long enough but better than nohing
Hi Daffodil48
This is a bit of a reply to all:
Liz had respite in a nursing home for two weeks some years ago. When she went in she was able to stand up with her own muscle power with just some slight help to help her balance. That nursing home used a hoist all of the time.
When she came out she needed a lot of assistance to stand. She used an exercise bike and gradually her ability to stand came back. About 80%.
Her current nursing home avoids using the hoist wherever possible. Two years on and she can stand with assistance and weight bear.
Anything is better then nothing. Twenty minutes is a long time. Larry’s recumbent cycle is sitting in the dinning room collecting dust.
Hi Kevin
Chris has one of these and used it until about a month ago when he suffered a succession of falls over a ten day period. It was very helpful in reducing the twitchy legs he suffered at night. He used to do two 20 minute stints.
Sadly his condition has deteriorated in the last month but our physio and OT have been very helpful and we have more aids installed to assist him.
I have given in and now have a few morning calls a week to get him up and two periods of R&R a month from a local care provider.
Currently waiting for care and carers assessments to be carried out, so we'll see how that goes.
Find all the posts interesting. Thank you
Anne
Anne and Chris
Hi Anne
Yes, the sad day came when Liz could no longer used hers. She was so upset, but didn't say anything.
Good luck with the carer's assessment. Remember there are funds attached to it so do ask.
Best to you both.
Kevin
I looked into something similar when I was first diagnosed. The brand is Theracycle out of the US. They used the FE (forced exercise) equipment in a clinical study at the Cleveland Clinic with PD patients and saw an impressive 35% increase in mobility. Their unit has handle bars that go back and forth as well, that aids in the upper torso muscles and cardio exercise.
Tim
Tim
That's good to know. Thanks
I certainly saw the benefits with Liz.
However the idea of 'Forced Exercise' is v e r y scary 
Just kidding. 
I hope you are doing OK.
It's good to hear from you too.
Best
Kevin
Can seem scary (: With these units the patients pedals on their own until such time that they can't and then the electric motor kicks in and continues the cycle.
Tim
Oh, what a great idea... I thought the electric side was just doing the breaking.
I see what you mean by forced now.
Is there a flywheel inside as well?
(I'm thinking of getting one for the Nursing Home)
Cheers
Kevin
Hi Tim: That's the same kind of cycle my hubby uses at the Physiotherapist. The engagement of arms, hands and legs is considered for the neuro-physical links that get lost in CBD. Because he's not part of a study, we'll never know if it is prolonging his mobility, but I believe it.
Anne G.
I am completely convinced the exercise does... my movement disorders specialist concurs. Exercise for me is not an option, it's a must. Unfortunately so many patients in our family are into their golden years and further along with PSP that a regular exercise regimen is not doable.
Tim
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