HealthPedal: Pedal Powered Mobility and Fitness Wheelchair Device
Topic: Exercising with Disability
Author: HealthPedal
Published: 2019/07/19 - Updated: 2020/03/18
Contents: Summary - Introduction - Main Item - Related Topics
Synopsis: HealthPedal is an indoor and outdoor pedal powered wheelchair that can be used for mobility, freedom, fitness, and strength building. HealthPedal changed course in 2018 with the new model GOxCy 30 due to its much more affordable price and portability. HealthPedal GOxCy 30 is intended to be used on smooth flat surfaces such as wide indoor hallways or paved bicycle and walking paths.
Introduction
HealthPedal, located in Akron, Ohio, is introducing a new resource for people with certain mobility disabilities to benefit from.
Main Item
HealthPedal is a "pedal wheelchair" although it really isn't a "wheelchair." It is an indoor-outdoor "ability cycle" that is compact enough for inside use and durable for outdoor cycling.
The functional intention of this new cycle is for users to stay more active throughout the day and get the needed exercise that is not as easy to do with manual wheelchairs or electric scooters.
Originally the distributor of another model, HealthPedal changed course in 2018 with the new model GOxCy 30 due to its much more affordable price, portability (it folds to only 12" wide), and other functional design features that users and healthcare staff utilize.
This new portable model is engineered to be much easier to store when not using and also to travel with in a car trunk going to the park or on an airplane heading to your next vacation location. As well, the 2019 current price is a more affordable $1,195 (USD) and even includes free shipping in the USA.
User Groups Vary Widely that Use HealthPedal
Various users include Stroke survivors, persons with MS, Parkinson's, Cerebral Palsy, Muscular Dystrophy, post-surgery rehab, balance issues (safe seated position), and general weakness.
It can and is being used at assisted living and nursing homes, developmental disability youth center, and with individuals at home that simply want to get out to the park, the mall, the zoo and many other locations.
HealthPedal GOxCy 30 is intended to be used on smooth flat surfaces such as wide indoor hallways or paved bicycle and walking paths.
It accommodates users up to 250 lbs.
The pedaling system is easy enough for most users to use.
The smooth steering can be mounted on either the left or right sides with an option for a companion to even do all steering from the rear handles if necessary.
If you or a loved one is looking for a way to stay more active and feel HealthPedal can be a possible solution, don't hesitate to contact them directly at 800-407-0718.
For further information and demonstration videos visit their website at PedalWheelchair.com
Attribution/Source(s):
This quality-reviewed publication was selected for publishing by the editors of Disabled World due to its significant relevance to the disability community. Originally authored by HealthPedal, and published on 2019/07/19 (Edit Update: 2020/03/18), the content may have been edited for style, clarity, or brevity. For further details or clarifications, HealthPedal can be contacted at PedalWheelchair.com. NOTE: Disabled World does not provide any warranties or endorsements related to this article.
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