Walkers for adults and the elderly — what are they for?

Our store of medical equipment and rehabilitation goods offers to buy walkers and rollators. What are these devices and how can they help people in need of rehabilitation and recovery?

Walkers for adults - devices designed for the elderly, disabled or people with certain diseases of the musculoskeletal system, which provide support and stability during movement. 

In what cases is it advisable to buy a walker for adults?

• diseases of the musculoskeletal system,
• during the rehabilitation period after operations and injuries,
• with disorders of the vestibular system and loss of balance,
• with paralysis,
• for the elderly.

In the online medical equipment store MED1you will find many models of walkers and rollators for the elderly and adults, which will help to ensure the possibility of independent movement when a person is no longer suitable for canes.

Walkers for the elderly

If you are looking for walkers for the elderly, then be sure to pay attention to the fact that they are convenient, light and comfortable to use.

The main material for the manufacture of such rehabilitation equipment is aluminum. Steel walkers have almost ceased to be produced, having reviewed the basic needs of the elderly - this is the strength and light weight of the product. Aluminum walkers are durable, lightweight, and extremely comfortable to use.

It is worth buying a walker for the elderly if you have musculoskeletal disorders, in the postoperative period, for example, after hip or knee replacement, as well as if you have general weakness, dizziness, etc.

A walker or rollator for the elderly can also have a number of additional features that will significantly improve their mobility and the ability to lead an active social life. For example, a rollator with a seat so you can sit down and rest while walking or a rollator with a basket where you can put your shopping.

Types of walkers for adults

There are several types of walkers for the disabled and the elderly. We will tell you what to pay attention to when choosing these models.

• Fixed walkers - perform the function of support for a person while walking. The principle of operation is to constantly rearrange the walker while moving. A similar model is widely used among the elderly.
• Walking walkers - perform the function of support when walking, but without the need to completely raise the walker for the elderly in front of them. The movement process occurs by moving the right and left parts of the walker alternately.
• Universal (2 in 1) stilt walkers with two operating modes - fixed and walking. The operation of such a mechanism occurs due to the fact that the walker has latches inserted, which, when changing their position, activate one of the modes, depending on what is needed at this stage of rehabilitation.
• Walkers on wheels. This device allows you to significantly reduce the load on your hands, as there is no need to completely lift the walker. This model of walker for the elderly is well suited for moving around the street. The larger the diameter of the wheels, the faster and more confident your movement will be.

Rolators for adults can be placed in a separate category. They are distinguished by the presence of wheels on all four supports, there are brakes on the handles. Also, some models have seats for resting during long walks.

Buying rollators for the disabled will be the right decision, because they will provide greater freedom of movement, mobility and the ability to get from point A to point B on their own.

Advantages of walkers for adults

When buying a walker for the elderly and people with disabilities, you should pay attention to the nuances associated with the physical characteristics of a person. Thus, walkers for the disabled should meet the needs of the person who will use them, namely, be suitable in weight, height, health condition, be light, maneuverable, stable, easy to fold for storage in an apartment or transportation in a car.

The main advantages of walkers:

• help people with disabilities, people in the rehabilitation period after operations, injuries, after heart attacks, strokes, the elderly, with paralysis and a weakened general condition of the body,
• provide additional support when moving for older people,
• are made of aluminum, have a small weight and can be easily folded,
• may have additional functions for the convenience of the user: a model with a basket for transporting purchases, models with a seat or with sanitary equipment.

You can buy walkers for the disabled and rollators for the elderly with various functionalities at affordable prices. Call us and we will help you choose the right option.