SPIRIT Fitness 8.5S Wheelchair Accessible Rehabilitation Recumbent Stepper

The SPIRIT Fitness 8.5S Rehabilitation Recumbent Stepper is an advanced rehabilitation exercise system designed for physical therapy, neurological rehabilitation, hospital, and professional healthcare environments where accessibility, controlled range of motion, patient positioning, and progressive therapeutic exercise are essential.

Combining a supportive recumbent position with 360-degree swivel seating and wheelchair accessibility, the SPIRIT 8.5S accommodates users across a broad range of mobility levels. An adjustable pedal crank allows clinicians to customize range of motion, while adjustable upper-body handles provide multiple hand positions for individualized therapeutic exercise.

With 50 levels of electromagnetic resistance, a 10–210 steps-per-minute speed range, adjustable 1"–12.5" step range, and 5–1000 watt workload range, the SPIRIT 8.5S provides extensive flexibility for rehabilitation, mobility training, therapeutic exercise, and progressive cardiovascular conditioning.

Designed for Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy

The SPIRIT Fitness 8.5S combines supportive recumbent positioning with adjustable upper- and lower-body components designed to accommodate individual rehabilitation needs.

The adjustable pedal crank allows clinicians to customize the user's range of motion, while a 12-position adjustable handrail system with rotating hand grips accommodates different upper-body positions.

A supportive high-density foam seat provides 360-degree swivel capability, fore/aft adjustment, and seat-back angle adjustment. The seat can also be removed for wheelchair access, expanding the range of users who can access the equipment.

Key Features

• Removable seat for wheelchair access

• 360-degree swivel seat for easier entry and exit

• Supportive recumbent exercise position

• Adjustable pedal crank for customizable range of motion

• 1"–12.5" adjustable step range

• 50 levels of electromagnetic resistance

• 10–210 steps-per-minute speed range

• 5–1000 watt workload range

• 12-position upper-body handrail adjustment

• 12" handrail length adjustment

• Round rotating hand grips

• Multi-position hand grips accommodate various hand positions

• High-density foam seat

• Fore/aft seat adjustment

• Seat-back angle adjustment

• Recommended for users from 4'10" to 6'6"

• 440 lb. maximum user weight

• Integrated 10.1" tablet console

• 360-degree horizontal console adjustment

• USB connectivity for data transfer and cardiac stress testing

• Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity

• Multiple rehabilitation and exercise programs

• Wingate Test

• Current medical electrical compliance standards

Wheelchair Accessibility

One of the defining accessibility features of the SPIRIT 8.5S is its removable seating system for wheelchair access.

The high-density foam seat can be removed to accommodate wheelchair access, providing rehabilitation professionals with additional flexibility when working with users who may have difficulty transferring onto conventional exercise equipment.

Combined with its adjustable range of motion and upper-body positioning, this accessibility makes the SPIRIT 8.5S particularly well suited for professional rehabilitation environments serving individuals with varying mobility levels.

360-Degree Swivel Seat

When the integrated seat is used, its 360-degree swivel capability helps facilitate easier entry, positioning, and exit.

The supportive high-density foam seat also provides fore/aft and seat-back angle adjustments, allowing clinicians to customize the exercise position for individual users.

The recumbent configuration provides a stable and supportive exercise position while accommodating users from approximately 4'10" to 6'6" and up to 440 lbs.

Adjustable Pedal Crank for Range-of-Motion Training

A key rehabilitation feature of the SPIRIT 8.5S is its adjustable pedal crank, which allows the movement pattern to be customized based on the user's available range of motion.

This provides clinicians with greater flexibility when establishing an appropriate lower-extremity movement for individualized therapeutic exercise.

As mobility and range of motion progress, the exercise configuration can be adjusted to accommodate changing rehabilitation goals.

Adjustable 1"–12.5" Step Range

The SPIRIT 8.5S provides an adjustable 1" to 12.5" step range, allowing the stepping motion to accommodate varying ranges of motion and rehabilitation needs.

A shorter step range can accommodate users who require a more limited movement pattern, while the range can be progressively increased as mobility and exercise tolerance improve.

This adjustability makes the 8.5S particularly versatile for lower-extremity rehabilitation and range-of-motion exercise.

50 Levels of Electromagnetic Resistance

The SPIRIT 8.5S utilizes an electromagnetic resistance system with 50 levels, giving clinicians substantial control over exercise intensity.

Combined with a speed range of 10 to 210 steps per minute and workload range of 5 to 1000 watts, the resistance system accommodates everything from controlled therapeutic exercise to progressive strengthening and cardiovascular conditioning.

Adjustable Multi-Position Hand Grips

The SPIRIT 8.5S incorporates a 12-position handrail system with 12 inches of length adjustment to accommodate different users and upper-body positions.

Round rotating hand grips allow users to select comfortable hand positions during exercise.

These adjustments provide clinicians with additional flexibility when tailoring upper-body positioning to individual mobility, comfort, and therapeutic exercise requirements.

10.1" Tablet Console & Connectivity

The SPIRIT 8.5S features an integrated 10.1" tablet console designed to provide intuitive access to exercise functions, programs, and performance information.

The console provides 360-degree horizontal adjustment, allowing its position to be modified for improved clinician and user visibility.

USB connectivity supports data transfer software and cardiac stress testing functionality, while Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity provide options for compatible heart rate monitoring.

Rehabilitation & Exercise Programs

The SPIRIT 8.5S provides a selection of rehabilitation, cardiovascular, and performance exercise programs, including:

• Manual

• Timer

• Hill

• Plateau

• HIIT

• Facility

• Heart Rate Target

• Calories Target

• METs Target

• Steps Target

• Wingate Test

These programs provide clinicians with flexibility when developing individualized therapeutic exercise, cardiovascular conditioning, and performance protocols.

SPIRIT Fitness 8.5S Specifications

Equipment Type: Rehabilitation Recumbent Stepper
Resistance System: Electromagnetic
Resistance Levels: 50
Speed Range: 10–210 Steps Per Minute
Adjustable Step Range: 1"–12.5"
Workload Range: 5–1000 Watts
Seat: High-Density Foam
Seat Rotation: 360 Degrees
Seat Adjustments: Fore/Aft and Seat-Back Angle
Wheelchair Accessibility: Seat Removable for Wheelchair Access
Handrail: 12-Position / 12" Length Adjustment with Round Rotating Hand Grips
Recommended User Height: 4'10"–6'6"
Maximum User Weight: 440 lbs.
Console: 10.1" Tablet
Console Adjustment: 360-Degree Horizontal
Heart Rate Connectivity: Bluetooth and ANT+
Data Transfer: USB
Programs: Manual, Timer, Hill, Plateau, HIIT, Facility, Heart Rate Target, Calories Target, METs Target, Steps Target, Wingate Test
Power Requirements: 120V / 15 Amp Cord/Outlet
Dimensions: 86.6" L x 33.8" W x 44.4" H
Product Weight: 332.7 lbs.
Compliance: IEC 60601-1, IEC 60601-2, ANSI/AAMI ES60601-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60601-1
Warranty: 5 Years Parts / 1 Year Labor

Ideal for Professional Rehabilitation & Clinical Environments

The SPIRIT Fitness 8.5S Rehabilitation Recumbent Stepper is well suited for:

• Physical therapy clinics

• Rehabilitation centers

• Hospital rehabilitation departments

• Neurological rehabilitation programs

• Wheelchair and mobility rehabilitation programs

• Adaptive exercise programs

• Orthopedic rehabilitation programs

• Lower-extremity rehabilitation programs

• Cardiac rehabilitation programs

• Sports medicine facilities

• Senior rehabilitation programs

• Skilled nursing and long-term care facilities

• Other professional healthcare and rehabilitation environments

With its combination of wheelchair accessibility, 360-degree swivel seating, customizable range of motion, adjustable upper-body positioning, 50 resistance levels, and integrated tablet console, the SPIRIT 8.5S provides healthcare professionals with a versatile platform for therapeutic exercise, mobility training, range-of-motion exercise, progressive strengthening, and cardiovascular conditioning.