Bobed1927 Posted August 10, 2009 #1 Share Posted August 10, 2009 I have developed neuropathy in my feet and have some difficulty walking any great distance. i'm seriously considering buying a rollator for use in ports where I expect to do a lot of walking. I've been looking at rollators on the internet but can't seem to find a site which compares/evaluates them. I'll appreciate recommendations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cusyl Posted August 10, 2009 #2 Share Posted August 10, 2009 I LOVE my Invacare rollator with the large wheels. I orginally had the small wheels but gave that one to my sister and purchased a new one with large wheels from a medical store on Ebay. It was much cheaper than I could purchase locally. It folds up easily for transport and works great in port on the cobblestones.:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leoandhugh Posted August 10, 2009 #3 Share Posted August 10, 2009 When you do decide which one to buy, suggest that you get one with a fold-down seat. They come in very handy when doing a lot of walking and needing to take a rest, or when waiting in line for some sort of service:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cusyl Posted August 10, 2009 #4 Share Posted August 10, 2009 http://cgi.ebay.com/Invacare-Large-Big-Wide-4-Four-wheel-Rollator-Walker_W0QQitemZ350158072297QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item51870c29e9&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxoocruiser Posted August 10, 2009 #5 Share Posted August 10, 2009 I have developed neuropathy in my feet and have some difficulty walking any great distance.i'm seriously considering buying a rollator for use in ports where I expect to do a lot of walking. I've been looking at rollators on the internet but can't seem to find a site which compares/evaluates them. I'll appreciate recommendations. I'm a big believer in having your Doctor give you a RX for a proper gait accessment by a Phyiscal Therapist to determine what mobility equipment is best . People are too quick to run out and purchase just any peice of equipment on someone else's recommendation and it might not be the best option for your personal situtation. It may not even be the proper hieght and width for you. Having the wrong equipment can cause more harm than good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sharonny Posted August 10, 2009 #6 Share Posted August 10, 2009 After looking and looking my mom got the Hugo Rollater they sell right at Walmart. She's got the original one, now they also have a premium one. She's had it a few years. Has the seat, hand locks, larger wheels. She don't leave home without it and she loves it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EileenN Posted August 10, 2009 #7 Share Posted August 10, 2009 I have the Invacare rollator and it is great, especially waiting in line. It does not have a basket which I would appreciate, but when it is open and I am embarking on the ship, I use the seat for my carryon luggage with a bunge cord. It works great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cusyl Posted August 11, 2009 #8 Share Posted August 11, 2009 I have the Invacare rollator and it is great, especially waiting in line. It does not have a basket which I would appreciate, but when it is open and I am embarking on the ship, I use the seat for my carryon luggage with a bunge cord. It works great. Mine came with a basket, but I never use it, as then it would be a hassle folding up the rollator. Instead, I just put my packages on the seat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katisdale Posted August 11, 2009 #9 Share Posted August 11, 2009 I agree with xxoocruiser. The very best thing I did was get the physical therapist recommendation. I am very tall, unsteady at times with a pronounced limp. The therapist evaluated my gait and made a specific recommendation that took my height into consideration. Also he showed me how to properly and safely handle the brakes. It isn't just pressing them when you want to stop. I used the rollator as my only aid for many years and was quite pleased with how it helped me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greytgrlz Posted August 12, 2009 #10 Share Posted August 12, 2009 http://cgi.ebay.com/Invacare-Large-Big-Wide-4-Four-wheel-Rollator-Walker_W0QQitemZ350158072297QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item51870c29e9&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 I like this one because the seat is not so big that you are bending forward to walk because you cannot get close enough to it. That is a common mistake we see at the nursing home I work at (I am a physical therapist assistant). Having the seat to sit on to rest is a great thing. the big wheels will work good on all surfaces especially carpeted or uneven ones. Here is an easy way to make sure your walker is adjusted correctly.http://www.airsystemsmedical.com/walkerheight.html Another way is to stand up in the walker and put your hands down to your side. Your walker handles should be at wrist level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usavvy2 Posted August 13, 2009 #11 Share Posted August 13, 2009 I've been looking at various models and weight is an issue due to back problems - I want the lightest model possible. So far the best I could find was about 13# - featherweight model. Still looking... so is weight a factor, if so you'd want to make sure you can lift it in/out of the car, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobed1927 Posted August 15, 2009 Author #12 Share Posted August 15, 2009 Thanks for the replies. I am making an appointment with a physical therapist a suggested. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pimienta Posted August 19, 2009 #13 Share Posted August 19, 2009 If someone had one of these, and had to sit down, exhausted.... Can someone else push said person to their destination, if it's not too far? Thanks, Karen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cusyl Posted August 19, 2009 #14 Share Posted August 19, 2009 If someone had one of these, and had to sit down, exhausted.... Can someone else push said person to their destination, if it's not too far? Thanks, Karen It's possible, but not recommended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxoocruiser Posted August 19, 2009 #15 Share Posted August 19, 2009 If someone had one of these, and had to sit down, exhausted.... Can someone else push said person to their destination, if it's not too far? Thanks, Karen Unless the Rollator is sepcifically desiged for Duel Purpose ...Transport and Walking. Most Rollators with seats are not recommended for Transport. The seats designed and tested for the resting mode. You can weaken the structial integrety of the rollator and also risk the wheels breaking off. Potential causing harm to the individual seated. They should only for used for tempory rest. It specifically states that in most of the Manufactuer's Instruction Manual. here's a link to a what a duel rollator looks like. http://cgi.ebay.com/Dual-DUET-TRANSPORT-Wheel-CHAIR%2fROLLATOR-Wheeled-Walker_W0QQitemZ270321419627QQcmdZViewItem Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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