Knee bend under 60 degrees Retroflex RX2 or RX3 Knee bend over 60 degrees Retroflex RX2 or RX3 Recreational trails and road Retroflex RX2, RX3 or Comfort cranks Rehab following surgery Retroflex RX2 (Exercise Bike or Static Trainer) Sport Road Retroflex RX3 or Custom [...]
Slightly, but often not as much as one might imagine. It will of course vary between users, depending upon each persons available range, fitness and strength. The Retroflex Adjustable Cranks and Comfort Cranks is simply facilitating making outdoor exercise accessible and enjoyable, to be able to enjoy fresh air, and to be able to reach [...]
Yes these are detailed in the manual, which is available in the DOWNLOADS section at the bottom of this page
TPS components are interchangeable. In most instances we recommend a department purchase the TPS4 system, since this means that all features are available, but in busy departments, where multiple patients might be treated simultaneously, an additional TPS 2 or TPS3 might provide all that is additionally required.
The TPS is designed to fit exercise bikes and bicycles with a three piece, tapered crank. This refers to the centre axle of the bike. This is the axle that goes through the exercise bike, and to which the existing cranks are fitted. THE TPS MUST NOT BE FITTED TO SPINNING BIKES OR ANY BIKE [...]
The Therapeutic Pedal System is a range of products. The products offered range from a full function clinical model (TPS-4) to a home use version (Retroflex) designed for patients with chronic ROM problems who wish to exercise or ride a bicycle. The system you purchase can be tailored to your requirements.
The term Therapeutic Pedal System refers to the cranks (disks), the pedal adapters, the swing pedals, swing pedal journals, foot and heel straps, and mounting hardware. The TPS can be purchased without an exercise bike, or UniCam can supply the system fitted on one of a variety of exercise bikes.
Yes we can reduce the width of pedalling with a custom crank system - please contact us for more information.
No the cranks are a fixed position which drop your knee bend to approximately 90 degrees whilst allowing a lower than normal seat height.
We recommend you seek medical advice before using this post surgery.
