Abstract: An apparatus of muscle and/or joint exercise adapted to reeducation and/or physical conditioning of a body part of a user, including a hollow body; a mobile member translatable inside the body; a motor-driven means arranged on the bottom of the body and adapted for driving and decelerating in displacement the mobile member in both translatory directions; a cooperating means between the body and a frame, this cooperating means being arranged on the bottom of the body and including: at least one hinge of the body on the frame, the hinge providing at least at least one degree of rotational freedom for the body around an axis of rotation; and a removable means for installing and removing the body, the removable means being designed for removably installing the body on a base slidingly mounted in the frame.

Abstract: A rehabilitation system that combines robotics and interactive gaming to facilitate performance of task-specific, repetitive exercise to enable individuals undergoing rehabilitation to improve the performance of coordinated movements of the ankle, and to practice balance activities, is disclosed. More specifically, the rehabilitation system includes at least one two degree-of-freedom robotic, haptic interface for a mammalian foot and interactive gaming hardware that is coupled to a controller, to provide a virtual reality-like environment.

Abstract: A system and method for developing an individual's physical abilities includes measuring one or more physical ability of an individual and establishing control parameters of a game such that operation of the game at a beginning level is within the individual's measured physical ability. The degree of physical ability shown by the individual over time of game play is monitored, and the control parameters are gradually modified to require a progressively greater physical ability of the individual than required at the beginning level. The system includes an input device, e.g., a joystick, that is operated by the individual to play the game. The system records aspects related to game play, such as frequency and duration of play, specific actions or motions, and changes in physical ability. A therapist is then able to review the record and modify system settings to optimize improvement by the individual.

Abstract: The invention relates to an interactive exercise management system. The system may be used for improving a workout environment for a specific user or group of users, tracking exercise information, and providing future workout information. The system, and method of using the system, allows for a specific user or group of users to control their workout environmental conditions. The conditions that may be controlled include, but are not limited to, sight, sound, smell and climate.

Abstract: A partially-inlaid treadmill system includes a running deck, a wide belt assembled on two parallel rollers to slide over the running deck, side handrails, a panel for controlling and monitoring the treadmill system, a partition that separates a first part of the treadmill system positioned for access to the user from a second part of the treadmill system that includes mechanisms and electro-electronics for driving the belt, incline devices, belt lubrication, ventilation and regulating devices, an emergency control lever, a drawer, a plurality of directional ventilation openings, and an aisle provided on the same side of the partition as the second part of the treadmill for accessing components of the second part of the treadmill system.

Abstract: A finger glove for use in gripping movements with one or more fingers of a human hand enclosed in the glove. The glove includes glove fingers and a palm. At least one glove finger is adapted to include on each side an artificial tendon that extends along an inside of the glove. A yoke is fitted in a tip of the at least one glove finger and intended to surround a tip of an enclosed finger. At each side of the glove finger artificial tendons are connected to the yoke. A system including the finger glove having a force detecting sensor is situated on the inside of the at least one glove finger and is adapted to detect a force between a finger enclosed in the glove finger and a contact surface applied to the finger.

Abstract: A static cycling machine includes a support assembly and a drive assembly. A frame assembly is mounted on the support assembly. The frame assembly includes a seat tube assembly extending from the drive assembly, the seat tube assembly being adjustable in length. A down tube assembly extends from the drive assembly, the down tube assembly being adjustable in length. A handlebar assembly is mounted on the down tube assembly. A fork assembly is connected to the handlebar assembly and is adjustable in length. The seat tube, down tube, handlebar and fork assemblies are connected to each other such that at least the dimensions of the frame assembly can be adjusted by adjusting the lengths of the tube assemblies. A driven wheel assembly is operatively connected to the drive assembly so that work applied to the drive assembly can be transmitted to the wheel assembly. Actuators are operatively engaged with the frame assembly to adjust dimensions of the frame assembly.

Abstract: A physical exercise method and apparatus comprises a mat/cushion device and accessories designed for fitness interactivity using an array of variations of graphics specifically placed on the mat. The locations of the graphics are provided as an aid to guide proper body positions or postures, placement and alignment in yoga and physical exercise, and for the use of creative sequencing of movement, proper technique, and body mechanics. The apparatus is a foundation and map for physical exercise programs, games, interactive play, physical therapies and methods. The apparatus contains graphics with anthropometric measurements that may be synchronized with instruction, audio and/or video displays, and/or video games containing and delivering corresponding graphics for body placement and timing.

Abstract: Provided is a system and method for manipulating portable equipment using a foot motion. The system includes a foot motion sense module for sensing a user's foot motion, and collecting sensor data based on the user's foot motion, and the portable equipment for receiving the sensor data based on the user's foot motion, recognizing the foot motion, and performing a portable equipment function in response to the foot motion recognition result.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device (10, 80) for the physical rehabilitation and/or training of a person, that comprises a base (20, 90) and a mobile member (30, 100) capable of moving relative to the base (20, 90) according to one degree of freedom, guided by guiding means and slowed down by adjustable braking means, wherein the mobile member (30, 100) is provided with accessory attachment means (60, 70) for gripping or securing the limbs of said person.

Abstract: Disclosed is a sprinter training aid which pulls the sprinter forward in an over speed condition, for the purpose of exercise the muscles which pull the leg forward when running, such the hip flexor muscles. Two devices can be used, one pulling the sprinter forward and one pulling the sprinter backward at the start of a run. The backward pulling at the start of the run exercises the sprinter's muscles which are used when going from a stationary position, to a full speed sprint. The device which pulls the sprinter forward would take over when the rearward pulling device shut off, and pull the sprinter to an over speed condition. Include in the device is a cable and cable winder, and a motor, computer, and a wireless connection to a data compilation computer.

Abstract: A fitness machine is provided, which includes a base frame having a pair of vertical side members; a track assembly rotatably mounted to the base frame between the vertical side members; a drive assembly for rotating the track assembly relative to the base frame; a bench rest assembly slidably mounted to the track assembly for supporting a user in a supine position; a handle assembly and a footrest assembly fixedly attached to the track assembly; and a control system for directing the drive assembly to alter the angular orientation of the bench rest assembly to vary the resistance experienced by a user during an exercise routine. The operation may be manual, programmable, or adaptive to the user's performance, based on repetition time and/or heart rate.

Abstract: The system provides an exercise device where resistance is provided by one or more of gyroscopic forces, centrifugal forces, magnetic forces, torus forces symmetric field physics, electro-mechanical forces, mass shaping, frequency dynamics, etc. In one embodiment, a handheld device with an internal flywheel is provided. The flywheel is spun up to a desired speed and provides a gyroscopic resistance to movement in a particular direction relative to the orientation of the device. By holding the device in a particular orientation and attempting to move the device against the gyroscopic effect, resistance is provided for exercising. The device itself is relatively light so that the resistance exists principally when the device is being moved. In one embodiment, the rate of rotation of the flywheel can be controlled via an on-board control so that the resistance can be increased or decreased during exercise movement.

Abstract: The invention relates to a stretching apparatus which is used to stretch the posterior muscles and tendons by means of powered stretching movements. The apparatus comprises a body (102), a seat area (101) a moveable handle grip (111) and foot pedals (105). In use grips (111) are moved forward whilst the user keeps his or her legs straight. That movement stretches some of the posterior muscles (including the back and buttock muscles). Further movement of the foot pedals 105 toward the user stretches his or her upper and lower leg muscles. The stretching movements could be mechanical, e.g. spring or worm screw actuated, or other power could be used. Electronic control (120) of the apparatus is described.

Abstract: An independent electric power type speed race apparatus is disclosed.

Abstract: An exercise system includes a local system having an exercise apparatus and an associated local computer, where the local computer controls and monitors the operation and use, respectively, of the exercise apparatus. The system further includes a remote system having a remote computer, and a transmission medium including a telephone line that couples the local system to the remote system for data communication between the local system and the remote system. The remote system may receive local system data from the local system concerning the use of the exercise apparatus, and the local system may receive remote system data from the remote system concerning the operation of the exercise apparatus. The local computer preferably controls the operation of the exercise apparatus based upon a modifiable script stored in a read/write memory of the local computer, which can be updated by the remote system.

Abstract: Presented is a bike fitting and diagnostic machine with adjustable rider contact points of the saddle, the pedals, and the handlebars. Adjustments can be made while the rider pedals, and while the rider's output is measured in watts, calories, heart rate, or other units. Optimal bike fit parameters are determined to help a rider select a well fitting bike or have one made to his specifications.

Abstract: An athletic training device to develop speed and agility. A robot can be programmed or remote controlled to move in an erratic manner so that it can be chased by an athlete. An on-board shut-off unit stops the device when it is removed by the athlete chasing the device.

Abstract: An exercising device comprises an operation module, a step module, and a seat module. The operation module has an operation unit. The step module has steps for bearing feet of the user, respectively. The step module is configured to move the step. The seat module has a seat and a driving unit configured to swing the seat. The step module and the seat module are detachably attached to the operation module. The exercising device has any one of a first condition, a second condition, and a third condition. The operation module is configured to hold the step module when the exercising device has the first condition. The operation module is configured to hold the seat module when the exercising device has the second condition. The operation module is configured to hold both the step module and the seat module when the exercising device has the third condition.

Abstract: In at least one embodiment, a mobile device receives previous route traversal information for a route from a server. During a subsequent traversal of the route, the mobile device determines comparative split information for the subsequent traversal by reference to the previous route traversal information and presents the comparative split information during traversal of the route.

Abstract: A partially-inlaid treadmill system includes a running deck, a wide belt assembled on two parallel rollers to slide over the running deck, side handrails, a panel for controlling and monitoring the treadmill system, a partition that separates a first part of the treadmill system positioned for access to the user from a second part of the treadmill system that includes mechanisms and electro-electronics for driving the belt, incline devices, belt lubrication, ventilation and regulating devices, an emergency control lever, a drawer, a plurality of directional ventilation openings, and an aisle provided on the same side of the partition as the second part of the treadmill for accessing components of the second part of the treadmill system.

Abstract: A partially-inlaid elliptical gymnastics equipment system includes a plurality of pedals connected to moving arms that move in synchronism with said pedals, at least one fixed member configured within a reach of a user, a panel for controlling and monitoring the equipment system, a mechanical and electric assembly that connects at least one pair of pedals and moving arms to define an elliptical system and promotes an alternating displacement of the at least one pair of pedals and arms, a vertical partition that includes a first pair of vertical windows through which distal end parts of bars pass, each bar connecting one the pedals to the elliptical system and a pair of vertical windows through which the moving arms pass, the moving arms being synchronized with the movements of the pedals, and an aisle providing access to the mechanical and electric assembly.

Abstract: An exercise machine and control method thereof, the control method comprising following steps: setting personal physical parameters, receiving a mode selection command, determining to enter either an automatic operating mode or a manual operating mode, entering the automatic operating mode, receiving a program selection command and reading a corresponding training program, generating an automatic operating command by comparing the personal physical parameters with the training program and outputting the automatic operating command to the exercise machine and activating the exercise machine according to the automatic operating command. The exercise machine thus can adjust its training strength based on the input personal physical parameters. Therefore users of the exercise machine with different physical conditions will individually have the better sports effect.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a portable operation control panel structure of a sport equipment comprising a portable electronic device with a built-in driver program including an exercise plan and an operating sport equipment for executing basic operation controls of the operating sport equipment and connecting a fixed electronic control panel of the portable electronic device; and an operating sport equipment. A user can input basic data parameters into the portable electronic device anytime and use the built-in exercise plan program to set a user's exclusive recommended fitness schedule, such that after the fixed electronic control panel is connected, the portable electronic device controls the operating sport equipment to carry out the recommended fitness schedule, and then the portable electronic device records the whole course of the exercise process and update related personal parameter to set another recommended fitness schedule for an exercise next time.

Abstract: A limb-exercising system for attaching to an swivel chair on castors, the limb-exercising system including a rigid platform, at least one interchangeable limb-exercising unit, a force resistor, and a cable, the rigid platform being coupled with the castors of the office swivel chair, such that the relative movement between the rigid platform and the office swivel chair is minimal, the interchangeable limb-exercising unit being coupled with the rigid platform, the interchangeable limb-exercising unit being operative to provide movement exercise for at least one muscle group of the body of a user, the force resistor being coupled with the rigid platform and with the interchangeable limb-exercising unit, the force resistor providing resistance to movement of the interchangeable limb-exercising unit, the cable being coupled between the interchangeable limb-exercising unit and the force resistor.

Abstract: One embodiment of a wearable exergaming system comprised of control push-buttons and motion sensor worn by the player, communicating wirelessly with a portable computer/display placed on the fitness equipment in front of the player. This allows a fully portable exergaming system, that can be used on a number of different fitness machines, which is easily transferable from person to person and machine to machine. Other embodiments are described.

Abstract: Presented is a bike fitting and diagnostic machine with adjustable rider contact points of the saddle, the pedals, and the handlebars. Adjustments can be made while the rider pedals, and while the rider's output is measured in watts, calories, heart rate, or other units. Optimal bike fit parameters are determined to help a rider select a well fitting bike or have one made to his specifications.

Abstract: An apparatus for an interval exercise performable by a person, the interval exercise including at least two training intervals, each including a work phase and a recovery phase, wherein processing a first exercise parameter data characterizing an exertion level of the interval exercise, detecting a work phase of a training interval from the first exercise parameter data, detecting a value of the first exercise parameter from the exercise parameter data at end of the work phase, and determining a threshold level of a physiological parameter, measured from the person and characterizing the person's recovery level in a recovery phase, based on the value of the first exercise parameter at the end of the work phase.

Abstract: Disclosed are a real time automatic control system and more particularly, there are provided a system providing sports suitable for a user by automatically controlling sporting goods by considering health history information and state information of a user in real time while the user is playing sports using the sporting goods, and a control method using the same. For this, there is provided a real time automatic control system of sporting goods that includes: a sensor device outputting condition information including a rating of perceived exertion of a user in real time; a server device storing profile information including health history information and sporting history information of the user; and an exercise intensity setting device setting an optimal exercise intensity by using the condition information and the profile information, and controlling the sporting goods in real time in accordance with the optimal exercise intensity.

Abstract: An exercising device includes a base, a driving unit and a limit cap. The base has an upper surface provided with two toothed racks, a first contact switch and a second contact switch and a lower surface provided with an antiskid member. The limit cap has an elongate slideway. The driving unit includes a housing, a rotation shaft, a motor, two driven gears, two handgrips, and a control switch. When the driving unit touches the first contact switch or the second contact switch, the motor is controlled to change the rotation direction of the rotation shaft. Thus, the slideway limits the moving direction of the driving unit to prevent the driving unit from being deflected sideward during movement. In addition, the base will not slip from the ground by provision of the antiskid member.

Abstract: An exercising device includes a base, a driving unit and a limit cap. The base has an upper surface provided with two toothed racks, a first stop post and a second stop post and a lower surface provided with an antiskid member. The limit cap has a slideway. The driving unit includes a housing, a rotation shaft, a motor, two driven gears, two handgrips, and a control switch. When the control switch is moved to touch the first stop post or the second stop post, the control switch is driven to change the rotation direction of the motor. Thus, the slideway limits the moving direction of the driving unit to prevent the driving unit from being deflected sideward during movement. In addition, the base will not slip from the ground by provision of the antiskid member.

Abstract: A leg movement rail (10) for the repetitive movement of the knee and hip joint comprises a base (20), a motor and gearbox unit (204), and a motor control unit (205) on the base (20), a mounting (12, 13) on the femoral side that is fastened at one end thereof by means of a rotary joint (31) to the base, a mounting (14, 15) on the lower thigh that is fastened on the base (20) by means of a joint displaceably arranged along the base (20), and a joint mechanism (27) connecting the other end of the mounting (14, 15) on the lower thigh and the mounting (12, 13) on the femoral side.

Abstract: A training method in which training coordinator device is in communication with a training transducer integrated in an exercise article. The training coordinator device receives training schedule data, for example, via an internet link, and uses this schedule to prompt and encourage a user in performing training activities in a real time and persistent manner defined in the training schedule by means of a user interface which may take the form of an LED array. The training coordinator device monitors training activities by signals from a suitably adapted training transducer, which may be integrated in an exercise article such as a bicycle etc. Information concerning the user's training activities may be published via an internet link for access by both the user and medical professionals, who may also be the source of the training schedule.

Abstract: An exercising device includes a base, a driving unit and a limit cap. The base has an upper surface provided with two toothed racks, a first contact switch and a second contact switch and a lower surface provided with an antiskid member. The limit cap has an elongate slideway. The driving unit includes a housing, a rotation shaft, a motor, two driven gears, two handgrips, and a control switch. When the driving unit touches the first contact switch or the second contact switch, the motor is controlled to change the rotation direction of the rotation shaft. Thus, the slideway limits the moving direction of the driving unit to prevent the driving unit from being deflected sideward during movement. In addition, the base will not slip from the ground by provision of the antiskid member.

Abstract: Exercise aiding apparatus includes a step 2 that a user puts a user's foot on, and a step drive means 5 that causes the step to perform movement including turning motion so that exercise is performed with respect to the foot put on the step. The apparatus includes a lock means 6 that fixes the step by engagement with the step except when the step drive means 5 drives the step. When the step is not driven, the step is fixed. The step is prevented from moving inadvertently at getting on and off, thereby ensuring safe getting on and off.

Abstract: A training device includes a motor including a sensor member connected therewith which is electrically connected to a vibration control unit which controls the motor via commands from a user. A torque output unit is connected with an output shaft of the motor and transfers a resistant force to users and to transfers the force from the user to the motor. The torque output unit includes a speed reduction unit and a tension unit so as to transfer proper force between the motor and the users. The vibration control unit sensing status of the motor according to input commands so as to control the motor simultaneously to generate vibration and resistant force on user's muscles by rotating to-and-fro repetitively.

Abstract: An exercise device configured to sense and respond to objects in proximity to the exercise device is provided. The device includes a sensor configured to sense objects in proximity to the exercise device other than the user who is operating the exercise device. A console is in communication with the sensor that instructs components of the treadmill to provide, for example, an audible and/or visual response to the user of the exercise device, or to slow or stop the exercise device from moving. Sensors that are capable of sensing whether objects are within different spatial zones of proximity are disclosed. Multiple pre-defined and/or user-defined responses to objects detected in multiple corresponding spatial zones of proximity are also disclosed herein.

Abstract: An exercise machine includes a frame including a first portion and a second portion positioned in a plane generally perpendicular to the first portion. A carriage assembly moves along a linear path parallel to the first portion. A drive unit is joined to the frame for movement the carriage assembly in a first direction and a second direction. The drive unit includes a motor, a ball screw joined to the motor, and at least one support bearing rotatably joined to the ball screw and joined to the carriage assembly for enabling the carriage to move along the linear path in response to the ball screw rotating. A first sensor activates the motor in a first mode to move the carriage in the first direction. A second sensor activates the motor in a second mode to move the carriage in the second direction.

Abstract: An automated striking and blocking trainer is disclosed. In some embodiments, the trainer includes the following: a frame; a striking body joined with the frame, the punching bag including one or more strike zone assemblies, the strike zone assemblies each having a light indicator and a striking force sensor; an arm assembly joined with the frame, the arm assembly including one or more arms, each of the one or more arms including a voltage differential sensor and a motion indicator in the form of an electrical motor, wherein the voltage differential between the power being used by the electrical motor when the one or more arms are not struck and when the one or more arms are struck is used to determine a torque of the one or more arms and an input force of a blocking strike; and a head assembly including a processor unit and a display.

Abstract: An article of clothing constructed from one or more materials includes a flexible display element attached to the one or more materials of the article of clothing and circuitry for controlling the flexible display element.

Abstract: An activity meter includes a sensor for detecting acceleration in a plurality of directions, representative acceleration calculation means for calculating a representative acceleration based on an output signal of the sensor, and exercise intensity calculation means for calculating an exercise intensity of a body motion performed in the unit period from the representative acceleration. The exercise intensity calculation means includes a plurality of calculation formulas to use in the calculation of the exercise intensity, and determines the calculation formula to use in the calculation of the exercise intensity of the body motion performed in the unit period based on a horizontal component and a vertical component of the representative acceleration. The activity amount on various types of body activities from daily activity to exercise thus can be accurately measured.

Abstract: A method for controlling an exercise apparatus via a control interface of an exercise apparatus, including steps of controlling a touch screen to display an information field, and then monitoring the touch screen to detect whether a touch has occurred on the surface of the touch screen and whether the touch is located in an input zone which has a plurality of sensing areas in the information field. A user can use one of specific actions, such as drag, to move a first tag in the input zone from a first sensing area to a second sensing area. And one of the steps of the method relocates the first tag proximate to the second sensing area to have a portion of the first tag to point at the second sensing area. Then, the final step of the method operates the exercise apparatus from a first condition using a first value corresponding to the first sensing area to a second condition using a second value corresponding to the second sensing area.

Abstract: A motion capture system includes at least four relatively positioned locating units defining an area; an RFID fiducial moving with a movable object within the vicinity of the defined area; the locating units receiving RF signals transmitted by the RFID fiducial; and a processing unit in communication with the locating units and the RFID fiducial, the processing unit transmitting RF signals to the RFID fiducial and receiving information from the locating units in response to the transmitted RF signals and determining a location of the RFID fiducial.

Abstract: An exercise and performance evaluation apparatus includes a revolving belt on which a subject can perform bipedal locomotion, a harness for securing the subject at a fixed position relative to the apparatus, a means for measuring the force applied by the subject to the belt, and a means for monitoring and controlling the velocity of the belt. The harnessing of the subject allows monitoring of the velocity as a function of time. An overhead harness may be used to alter the effective mass of the subject. The velocity of the belt may be controlled by a motor and brake system, where the motor may be uni-directional or bi-directional.

Abstract: An exercise apparatus includes a frame for residing on a horizontal surface, a pair of arm-supporting members for supporting the user's arms and a pair of leg-supporting members for supporting the user's legs. A linkage assembly couples the arm-supporting members and leg-supporting members to the frame and moves the arm-supporting members and leg-supporting members in closed paths relative to the frame in response to user forces applied to the arm-supporting members and leg-supporting members. The linkage assembly includes actuators for adjusting dimensions of the closed paths in response to control signal inputs. Sensors mounted on the linkage assembly generate force-indicating signals representing one or more of the user force. A user interface receives and processes the force-indicating signals and supplies the control signal inputs to the actuators, wherein a dimension of at least one of the closed paths is a function of at least one of the forces applied to the leg and arm-supporting members.

Abstract: A controller is disclosed, especially but not exclusively, for use in combination with an exercise apparatus. The controller comprises in one arrangement a handlebar assembly and one or more input devices, of at least one of the input device being responsive to movement of the handlebars. The controller may include a support such as a handlebar stem, and may provide output signals to a microprocessor in turn to control operation of a programme running on the microprocessor.

Abstract: Training apparatus for physical exercise, preventive exercise and rehabilitation of injuries and increased balance, the apparatus designed as a stationary bicycle, similar to ergometer bikes or spinning bikes. The apparatus consist of a first lower stable frame configured to be supported on a floor and a second upper frame tiltable relative to the lower frame. The upper frame has an adjustable tilt movement relative the lower frame crosswise the flywheel's revolving motion. A steering gear is guided through the upper frame where a prolonged part of the steering gear is in contact with the floor, the part having a wheel suspension like design, consisting of barlinks, dampers, springs and wheels. Stabilizing of the upper frame is done by movement of the steering gear.

Abstract: A control system and method for exercise equipment and the like provides a way to simulate a physical activity in a manner that takes into account the physics of the physical activity being simulated to provide an accurate simulation. According to one aspect of the present invention, the control system and method takes into account the physics of the corresponding physical activity to generate a virtual or predicted value of a variable such as velocity, acceleration, force, or the like. The difference between the virtual or expected physical variable and a measured variable is used as a control input to control resistance forces of the exercise equipment in a way that causes the user to experience forces that are the same or similar to the forces that would be encountered if the user were actually performing the physical activity being simulated rather than using the exercise equipment.

Abstract: A training system includes a tight fitting device 100 having an inflatable tube which is intended to be wrapped around a compression target range of an arm or a leg, a pressure regulating segment 200 that controls an applied pressure applied by the tight fitting device 100 to the compression target range by means of supplying air into the inflatable tube of the tight fitting device 100 or removing the air from the inflatable tube, a measuring segment 300, and a control segment 400. The measuring segment 300 measures a measurement target value which is one of a heart beat rate, a pulse wave value, and an oxygen saturation value, of a user who is receiving KAATSU training. When the measurement target value measured by the measuring segment 300 indicates that the KAATSU training should not be continued, then the control segment 400 notifies it to the pressure regulating segment 200 and terminates the KAATSU training.

Abstract: A training system and method include providing a frame, a user support portion coupled to the frame and arranged to support a user, and a user engagement portion coupled to the frame and arranged to be engaged by the body part. A force sensor is provided for sensing a user-applied force at the user engagement portion, and a position sensor is operably connected to at least one of the user support portion and the user engagement portion for sensing a relative position therebetween. A motor is coupled to at least one of the user support portion and the user engagement portion for driving a position thereof with respect to the frame over a range of motion at a preprogrammed velocity, and a controller is provided in communication with the motor, the force sensor, and the position sensor.