Has everyone had problems using arms to get up and having them colapse? or is it just a few?
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I wouldn't use them for support standing up. I have potty next to my bed and use a bed rail to get up.
1984277
I slipped down the first week or so. I am unsure if I got used to it, or if there was eventually a slight depression that I can't see or what, as I now wake up about in the same spot every time....not all the way at the top, but about middle of the wedge. I wish I knew how. Hopefully someone has a trick for you
865196
I had no problems. You just push the legs and arms into the slots and there is a series of holes to make it taller or shorter. The leg and arm pieces have a button that snaps into the holes. She might need assistance to be sure that she uses the same position on each leg for stability? Also, I have found the chair to be very stable with this type of connector. Good luck
1674514
Yes I have. It is cumberson to use. I have we sties 20 lbs. I can't not seem to adjust it to be short enough. So I use it as best I can but I set the arm pole all the way up as far as possible. It works enough. Not loving it though.
1993259
sorry but don't understand your question well.... but all I can say is that the arms-height adjustment, is not easy as it should be... because sometimes you want to change the height several times during the day and to do it, you have to use strong force to rise it or else... to me, is lack of more design.... unless mine is not good... thanks.
1541133
nope not very at first. I've learned to live with it. the arm rests slopes down so your arm tends to slide off. not very comfy.
1356678
The UP will not track your movements if your arms are still. I tried it once on the elliptical and it did not work
431469
No, the arms only adjust up and down. They are nicely padded, so if you are a leaner, the arms are great for that.
526926
All of my figures shoulder joints were like that and all I did was lubricate the joints with some baby oil or mineral oil and take a metal finger nail file and try to loosen the joints up a bit. It worked fine but be careful not to break the arm off.
1068664
Having long arms helps .... there really isn't any trick ... just determination
1745721
You've found the Achilles heel. When I first got mine I damn near was rolling on the floor trying to get the cement, or whatever was holding it to loosen. I was having physical therapy at the time for a replaced shoulder and, in desperation, asked my therapist to see what she could do. I'm 6'6, Mary is ethic Chinese, all 5'1" of her and in front of my eyes, popped it as easily as a self opening beer can. The trick is to hold it, facing you, and put both thumbs under the bottom of the lower blade and give it a push. Once you've done, it you'll wonder why it wasn't obvious but, as you've discovered, answering the riddle of he Sphinx is somewhat easier. I hope that helps and you find yourself with a head in one hand and the body in another.
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I think it depends on how bad your arthritis is. As Kimberlee said, you must simultaneously slide a button back & lift up the entire gate. If it's hard for you to squeeze your hand/make a fist, it might be difficult for you to lift up the gate. It's not particularly heavy, but can be awkward.
1344160
no.. I haven't figured how to do a work out with my arms with the recumbent elliptical trainer.is there a way?
1421794
I am not all that coordinated and have had no problems. It will take a few times to get the steps down, but once you do the will become second nature. This is by far my favorite workout and the best one I have found that works my entire body. Enjoy and have fun!
51825
Yes, but they are probably what is disappointing about this. They are very hard and hard to maneuver to stay "up". I bought myself a little sauna pillow and lay down (slightly).
822445
We moved a washing machine down a flight of tight, steep steps with one of us being out of shape and had no trouble with it. I assume they would be better because they use your back versus your arms.
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Patty,Mine used to hurt once in a while because I was always rushing to get on the unit. What I noticed was that I was not taking the time to ensure the pieces that conform to your legs were actually sitting right on my legs. Once I took the time to make sure they were right, it helped a lot. Like others have said too, you don't always have to go to full inversion to have this unit do its work for you.