Regain Strength During Bedrest: How the MOVAO Mini’s 6 Levels of Resistance Help You Recover

February 16, 2025

Did you know that you can lose muscle strength every single day you’re on bedrest? Studies show that just one week of immobility can cause up to 20% muscle loss, especially in the quadriceps—the key muscles for walking and standing. That’s why staying active, even from bed, is critical for recovery after surgery, illness, or injury.

The MOVAO Mini was designed to fight muscle loss with 6 levels of progressive resistance, allowing patients to safely rebuild leg strength without standing up.

The Problem: How Bedrest Leads to Muscle Loss

When you're unable to move regularly, your body begins to break down muscle tissue at an alarming rate. This leads to:

❌ Weakness in the legs—making it harder to stand, walk, or regain balance
❌ Slower recovery times—extending hospital stays or delaying rehabilitation
❌ Increased fall risk—due to muscle atrophy and joint stiffness

The quadriceps (front thigh muscles) are one of the first muscle groups to weaken, making it crucial to keep them engaged, even during bedrest.

The Solution: MOVAO Mini’s 6 Levels of Resistance

The MOVAO Mini provides gentle but effective strength training, allowing users to start at the lightest resistance and gradually increase as they rebuild muscle.

Even small amounts of movement against resistance help maintain muscle activation, circulation, and joint mobility—all essential for faster recovery and a return to independence.