Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 We have a Biostep and have used it for about 2 months. Unlike the NuStep, the Biostep has an eliptical motion of the foot pedals/lower extremities. Otherwise, the features are similar. The BioStep is slightly more expensive than the NuStep but Biostep should match the price of the NuStep if you mention it. Nikki Novak West Bloomfield, MI To: PTManager@...: brian.otool@...: Thu, 14 Feb 2008 00:51:29 +0000Subject: Biostep Wondering if anyone has used a Biostep. We are looking at adding one instead of another NuStep. Any opinions on this. O'Tool, MS PTBoone Rehab Services _________________________________________________________________ Climb to the top of the charts! Play the word scramble challenge with star power. http://club.live.com/star_shuffle.aspx?icid=starshuffle_wlmailtextlink_jan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 , just was out last week looking at equipment and did see the biostep as well as SciFit's recumbent steppers. Both have a smoother feel than the NuStep and have an easier platform to adjust and use. I actually like SciFit's REX stepper better than the Biostep and the quote I received on it is less than the NuStep by about $400. Gwilliam, PT > > Wondering if anyone has used a Biostep. We are looking at adding one > instead of another NuStep. Any opinions on this. > > O'Tool, MS PT > Boone Rehab Services > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 14, 2008 Report Share Posted February 14, 2008 HI and ! I bought a Sci-fit stepper about 2 years ago. So far, this is the second one we had, since the first one had some problems with the main rods and bushings. This new one is starting to have problems again. The elbow joints/ bearing system has been poorly designed (I think). Make sure that the steps do not bottom out, otherwise, the bushings will give out quicker. If I would to buy a new equipment for stepper, I think I would not buy a Sci-Fit stepper again. Although, I have not had any experience with the REX Sci-Fit stepper so I do not know what the difference would be between the two. Just my experience. Rhoda Astronomo, PT President R.A. Physical Therapy Gibson City, IL 60936 From: PTManager [mailto:PTManager ] On Behalf Of j.gwilliam Sent: Thursday, February 14, 2008 9:28 AM To: PTManager Subject: Re: Biostep , just was out last week looking at equipment and did see the biostep as well as SciFit's recumbent steppers. Both have a smoother feel than the NuStep and have an easier platform to adjust and use. I actually like SciFit's REX stepper better than the Biostep and the quote I received on it is less than the NuStep by about $400. Gwilliam, PT > > Wondering if anyone has used a Biostep. We are looking at adding one > instead of another NuStep. Any opinions on this. > > O'Tool, MS PT > Boone Rehab Services > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 15, 2008 Report Share Posted February 15, 2008 , Just purchased one and have been using it for 3 weeks. I had purchased several Nu-steps at another facility I was Director at. I like the Biostep much better as the resistences are more adjustable and aggressive if you want it. I found the Nu-step functions about the same as far as seat rotation, arm length adjustments, etc. I think price was the same too. Call me if you have any other questions. Matt Dvorak, PT Yankton, SD ________________________________ From: PTManager on behalf of brian.otool Sent: Wed 2/13/2008 6:51 PM To: PTManager Subject: Biostep Wondering if anyone has used a Biostep. We are looking at adding one instead of another NuStep. Any opinions on this. O'Tool, MS PT Boone Rehab Services Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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