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Login FormWhat is FES Cycling?This is a therapeutic activity that uses transcutaneous electrical current to initiate muscle contractions of paralysed lower limbs in persons who have sustained a spinal cord injury or been affected by stroke or MS. The order and strength of the muscle contractions are controlled by computer to generate the power to pedal a stationary cycle. The aim is not to provide passive motion - but to actively engage the muscles to generate muscle strength and improve fitness. BenefitsKey benefits of FESCycling exercise are as follows:
FES is a useful in many cerebral motor lesions of the lower limbs including Paraplegia/ Spinal Cord Injury and Stroke Part of LifeRemember this is not a treatment and certainly not a "cure" - but can be health-giving a part of daily life.
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FES Cycling is an effective way of keeping fit when following a spinal cord injury, regular exercise is difficult to get. There is also increasing evidence of the benefit of FES Cycling in long term Multiple Sclerosis and in early stroke rehabilitation. If you are casual browser there should be plenty to inform you here. If you would like a Guide Document to FES Cycling please Click Here or Click the Image to Request a Copy |
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