The pedal exerciser is a small pedal exerciser that allows you to move your legs and arms at home while sitting in a chair. It is inexpensive, takes up little space, and is ideal for seniors, gentle rehabilitation, and those who spend many hours sitting.
What is a pedal exerciser and what is it for?
It is a portable pedal exerciser that is placed on the floor (for the legs) or on a table (for the arms). Pedaling works joint mobility and circulation without impact. It serves to:
- Activate circulation in the legs and prevent stiffness.
- Maintain and recover strength and mobility after an operation or period of rest.
- Get gentle exercise when you cannot walk or leave the house.
- Exercise the arms and shoulders by placing the pedal exerciser on a table.
How to use the pedal exerciser
- Sit in a stable chair with a backrest and place the pedal exerciser at a comfortable distance.
- Start with short sessions of 5–10 minutes and gradually increase.
- Adjust the resistance (most are adjustable) to a level you can maintain without pain.
- Keep your back supported and breathe normally; stop if you feel dizzy or in pain.
- For arms, rest it on a sturdy table at the appropriate height.
Benefits for seniors
The pedal exerciser helps to combat a sedentary lifestyle, improves venous return, maintains knee and hip mobility, and provides the feeling of doing physical activity safely, even with reduced mobility.
Our pedal exerciser and therapy products
At Ortopedium you have the Sanitec pedal exerciser with adjustable resistance, in the therapy and rehabilitation collection. If you are looking for walking aids, also check out the walkers and rollators.
Frequently asked questions
What is a pedal exerciser for?
It is used to gently exercise legs and arms at home, improve circulation, maintain joint mobility, and recover strength after rest or surgery, while sitting in a chair.
How long should you pedal per day?
It is recommended to start with 5 to 10 minutes and gradually increase according to tolerance. It is preferable to do short sessions several times a day than one long and exhausting session.
Can the pedal exerciser be used for arms?
Yes. Placed on a sturdy table at the appropriate height, it allows you to exercise your arms and shoulders, which is very useful for maintaining upper body mobility.