Shoulder Wheel Compact Size

A Compact, Wall-Mounted Wheel for Shoulder Rehabilitation

The Shoulder Wheel Compact Size is used for shoulder and supination-pronation exercises in the same way as a conventional shoulder wheel and wrist machine, but built into a smaller wall-mounting unit that suits clinics without room for larger floor-standing equipment. It is adjustable in height and radius and fitted with a calibrated, sensitive resistance mechanism, so resistance can be controlled from zero up to maximum simply by tightening the strap. A 360-degree scale on the drum lets a therapist measure and record the degree of revolution in either direction, which supports tracking a patient's progress session over session. The adjustment bars are chrome plated for durability under repeated clinical use.

How the Resistance and Measurement System Works

Unlike a fixed exerciser, this shoulder wheel's resistance is not locked to one setting. The calibrated mechanism allows a therapist to dial resistance from zero — for a patient who can only manage free, unresisted rotation — up to a firmer setting as strength and tolerance improve. The 360-degree scale printed on the drum turns the exercise into a measurable one: instead of estimating how far a patient rotated the wheel, the therapist can read and record the exact degree of revolution in either direction, building an objective record of range-of-motion improvement across a course of treatment.

When This Exercise Is Used

The shoulder wheel is commonly used for frozen shoulder and peri-arthritis of the shoulder, both conditions where the joint capsule becomes stiff and rotational movement is limited and often painful. It also plays a role in increasing shoulder range of motion after surgery, where a graded, measurable rotational exercise helps a patient regain movement in a controlled way rather than forcing range too quickly. Because the resistance can be set to zero, it can be introduced early in a rehabilitation programme and progressed as the patient's tolerance for load increases.

When Not to Use It

This exercise is not appropriate for fractures or dislocations, where rotational load on the joint could interfere with healing or worsen the injury. As a general rule, if the movement causes discomfort or pain beyond normal exercise effort, the session should stop and the exercise plan should be reviewed by a physiotherapist before continuing.

How to Use the Shoulder Wheel

To use the wheel, the patient simply holds the handle and rotates the wheel forward or backward, standing either facing the unit or turned to the side depending on which movement plane is being targeted. Used as a range-of-motion therapy tool, the physical therapist can assess the patient's abilities by observing how far and how smoothly the wheel rotates, and by reading the recorded degree from the 360-degree scale.

Key Features

• Compact, wall-mounted design suited to clinics with limited floor space
• Adjustable in both height and radius to fit different patients and treatment setups
• Calibrated, sensitive resistance mechanism adjustable from zero to maximum via the strap
• 360-degree scale on the drum for measuring and recording range of motion
• Two chrome-plated height adjustment rails built for durability
• Handle position can be adjusted to increase the wheel's diameter range

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this suitable for a small clinic with limited wall space?

Yes — this is specifically the compact version of the shoulder wheel, designed as a wall-mounting unit for clinics that do not have room for a larger floor-standing model, while still offering the same adjustable resistance and measurement features.

Can resistance really be set all the way down to zero?

Yes. The calibrated resistance mechanism can be tightened or loosened via the strap to run anywhere from zero resistance up to a maximum setting, which allows the same unit to be used from the earliest, most protected stage of rehabilitation through to more advanced strengthening work.

How is progress measured on this device?

The drum carries a 360-degree scale, so a therapist can read off the exact degree of revolution achieved in either direction during an exercise session and record it, creating an objective way to track range-of-motion improvement over time rather than relying on visual estimation.

Who should avoid using the shoulder wheel?

Patients with fractures or dislocations should not use this exercise, and anyone who experiences discomfort or pain during the movement should stop and have their exercise plan reviewed by a physiotherapist before continuing.

Country of Origin: India
Manufacturer/Importer/Marketed By: Meddey Technologies Pvt Ltd. C-75, First Floor, DDA Sheds, Industrial Area, Phase 1, Okhla, New Delhi - 110020, Phone No- +91 8586-012345