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I’m Looking For A Treadmill To Support My Gait And Big Movement Therapy Any Suggestions? I’m Looking At Nordic But Have Not Decided
I have a NordicTrack. It has worked well for a long time. Get one with arms you can grab if necessary. There is a clip attached to the magnet that turns on the machine. If you have it clipped to your shirt, then if you lose your balance, it will pull the magnet and turn off the machine. It's a nice safety feature (though I occasionally turn off the machine by swinging my arm and pulling at the line.) They advertise having a lot of pre-set programs, but I've found that I only use a few of the 40 available. Fortunately, I can change speed and incline with the push of a button, so don't use the programs most of the time. You can also subscribe to ifit, which gives you a lot more programs, but I prefer not to pay extra to use the machine if I don't have to.
For treadmill use in Parkinson's therapy, consider models that support safety and adaptability. Look for features like handrails, adjustable speeds, and incline options. Treadmills can help improve gait and balance, as shown in studies on treadmill regimens for Parkinson’s. NordicTrack is a good option, but ensure it meets Show Full Answer
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