Exercise Database

Secure client in seated position.  Lock wheelchair.  Place chair against wall.  Make sure chair does not have wheels.  Remove foot pedals from wheelchair.  Position the floor pedal so that the client is in a comfortable and upright position.  Secure the feet within the foot pedals.  Engage core and remembering to breath begin pedaling.  Adjust intensity as needed.  Caution – fatigue in hips before aerobic system.  Ask client how their hips are feeling throughout.