Best walkers, rollators & accessories according to redditors

Remember when you were a little kid and TV shows from the 50's seemed really old-timey to you? You were born 33 years after 1950.

Little kids today are exactly as removed from the 80's as you were from the 50's. Your birth decade is old timey and ancient to them.

Oh, and PS. Most incoming college freshman report that they don't have first hand memory of 9/11. They were 3.

I recommend this model so that you don't have to put the tennis balls on the front.

Here’s a well rated one on Amazon for $55. I rigged a cup holder onto my mother-in-law’s.

Edit: here - Healthcare Direct 100RA Steel Rollator Walker with 350 lb. Weight Capacity, Burgundy https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01KA92SJ6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_6dx1AbF6YFHGP

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I have trouble standing and walking, but am fine when sitting, so most of my advice is from that viewpoint.

Swiffers for everything! Mop/sweeper, duster, dusting cloths, etc. They're really efficient and disposable so I don't have to deal with things like mop buckets, dirty mop heads, cleaning feather dusters, anything like that.

One of those extendable pincher things to help pick stuff up off the floor.

An extendable scrubber for the bathroom. The shape makes it really easy to get into corners.

A clothes folder makes it really easy to fold your clothes, and I can use this on my lap while sitting down in bed.

A walker with a seat makes it really easy to get around to do things and has a seat for when I need to sit down. The basket that most come with helps to carry supplies from one room to the next.

Stick vaccums are super lightweight and easy to maneuver even from a couch or bed.

A scrubbing attachment that goes on a power drill is so helpful when you don't have the strength or stamina to scrub by hand.

I swear by all of the Kaboom products. All of them are no-effort cleaning supplies. They have toilet cleaner, mold and mildew cleaner, and, of course, the famous shower foam.

An automatic vacuum like a roomba is great for most people, but I've never had one so I can't comment myself.

Soak your dishes. There are special products that help get dried on food off your dishes, but I've found that just soaking them in hot water for 20-30 minutes before trying to wash them gets most stuck on food off. For really tough, baked on gunk, add a dryer sheet to the water. Sounds weird, but it helps soften up the crusty blackened burnt on food and it comes off easily.

For food that's stuck on the inside of the microwave, take a cup of water, add some lemon juice, and microwave it on full power for 6 minutes. The food will wipe right off.

I might think of more things later. If I do I'll come back and edit this post.

Seriously, screw what others think, pain sucks and if one of those help you then do it.

I personally own an upwalker https://www.amazon.com/UPWalker-Mobility-Stand-Walking-Aid/dp/B077S7XC6W/

I also use a normal wheelchair for extended outings.

I can neither confirm nor deny that a scooter parking lot exists within the security area just inside the metro entrance. These bad boys are also seen at least once or twice daily.

the show must go on

You can find these at many medical supply shops under several brands. It's a hybrid Walker/Sorta Wheelchair.

I'm pretty sure I've seen her wondering around the park with one of those leg scooter things.
Like this: https://www.amazon.com/KneeRover-Steerable-Scooter-Crutches-Alternative/dp/B006G0M77C

My guess is she's still there, just on the 60-day DL.

https://www.amazon.com/KneeRover-Steerable-Knee-Scooter-Green/dp/B006G0M77C

Carry your seat with you, links below.

• Camp chair
  
• Lightweight camp chair
  
  If it is a groomed trail then you may be able to take a rollator with you. It helps with both walking and sitting. You can even get taller ones that let you walk fully upright.

Just as an FYI for you or those reading, we do not allow any fundraising in the sub or requests for donations here. If you are looking for actual resources I recommend you and your Mom check out /r/personalfinance about financial information and options. You can also look at /r/charity and /r/randomactsofamazon for help. You also may not need a wheel chair per se, you may work out well with rolling walker with a seat [like this](https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01N5DQEUL/?coliid=I10U9OHCWZNHEM&colid=1OX6FEFNF9L3K&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it). Your Mom may want to reach out to a local abuse agency to help with resources and planning. She may want to consider reaching out to social services for help and to file for social safety net programs like medicaid if needed, food stamps, etc. And to figure out her health insurance and whats covered for you with things like durable medical equipment like the wheelchair or rolling cart. I know this is a lot. Its a lot going on. I dont know if you are dont high school or not. You may want to look for ideas on jobs in places like [this](https://www.wearecapable.org/). Maybe a medical transcription, etc. See if that helps. We wish you both luck.

I know this is a bit late to the party, but have you looked at rollators? They even have a version that is both a transport wheelchair and rollator, in case someone needs to push you for a while. Not a perfect solution if a wheelchair would be better (my OT won't reccomend a wheelchair for me yet because he doesn't want my muscles to atrophy -like your mom, but I still use them when at large stores that offer them as a courtesy.)

I'm in the US, but wouldn't the NHS allow a consult with an Occupational Therapist that could help determine what mobility aid would be helpful. In the states Medicaid wouldn't pay for the consult even when my doctor requested it, but they were prepared to pay for the recommended device (until we found out that it was one they didn't ever cover.) There are regulations and it has to be needed for getting around at home, but at least I know there are options when it comes to that point.

> Wife breaks her foot at the gym!

Oh man, I feel so bad for her. I broke my foot and leg last month and it's been a goddamned nightmare.

Consider getting a knee scooter, they're light years better than the no doubt shitty crutches she'll get. Just watch out for hills.

EDIT: If you have an HD/HP and/or an HSA, this is a medical device and you can spend HSA funds on it.

Perhaps look into something like this: https://www.amazon.com/KneeRover-Steerable-Scooter-Crutches-Alternative/dp/B006G0M77C?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_1

Or just to practice with the crutches. Most people aren't going to be good with them immediately.

They have cheap walkers for old folks you can get at walmart, or a lot of pharmacies; they work pretty well for dips. Something like this: amazon - walker but without the wheels

How expensive is too expensive? How much difficulty do you have? A rollator looks like it runs about half a proper wheel chair (at least on the low end). It's not perfect, but it would probably help a lot more than the scooter board. My dad uses one when his health takes a downtick and he can barely walk - but he can walk so I'm not sure how much help it would be in your case.

https://www.amazon.com/Medline-Rollator-Rolling-Supports-Burgundy/dp/B079PG3BR3/

I'm honestly not sure if you'd be able to even make something as cheap and effective as something like that. Even a decent rolling computer chair is going to cost more than that, with a greater risk of tipping and being less generally useful.

There's probably also charity groups that would help you purchase a wheelchair or even give you one outright. I would start by trying to find a local fibromyalgia charity or support group or a "ramp build" charity group (most cities will probably have them, they come and build ramps for free so people with limited mobility can more easily get in and out of their homes since a lot of private homes aren't exactly ADA compliant) and calling them, they'd probably have a good list of resources for you to hit up.

It beats the shit out of crutches but it's not perfect. Part of this could be because I got a well made, but cheaper model. The wheels are pretty narrow so you have to be careful with bumps, and the turning radius is lacking. The knee pad is pretty cozy though. I can't bitch too much because like I said it beats crutches and this is the model advertised for $120ish dollars at Walmart.com and Amazon but I found a gently used one on letgo for $70 and the fella even brought it to me. It definitely makes trips to the kitchen and bathroom faster and more bearable.

If you use Amazon Prime and don't mind paying full price they can have it on your doorstep tomorrow.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I471EI8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TdTYDbN01HS0D

I'm sorry I'm in the US so I'm not sure how much help I can be. A lady at work had a push scooter sort of thing after having hip replacement surgery, is this what you're looking for?

https://www.amazon.com/Giantex-Steerable-Foldable-Injuries-Adjustable/dp/B01D9U9TFY

Is there anywhere near you where you might find one used? I don't believe I've ever seen one other than the one my coworker had but maybe try calling around to thrift stores. Or if you have a community closet (sometimes churches have them) call and see if there's one among the crutches and walkers and wheelchairs that someone has donated.

I used to do crutches until discovering this thing: https://www.amazon.com/KneeRover-Economy-Scooter-Steerable-Alternative/dp/B01H0S9AXM/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=rolling+crutches&qid=1565028147&s=gateway&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&sr=8-4

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Freaking life saver. I have to walk a lot at work so crutches were just not a realistic option not to mention the bruised palms and armpits. It's worth the money, get one. Hell, I'm using it right now.

https://www.amazon.com/ELENKER-Economy-Steerable-Medical-Alternative/dp/B07D741VXS
This is the scooter I purchased.

Ok, so this is $50 above your price range, but TOTALLY worth it. I bought it for DragonCon last year and it was a godsend. It's a combination walker and transport chair. I used it as a walker and a seat every day, and stored extra water and food in the carrybag underneath the seat. Super useful. And, of course, the first day I overreached, but instead of having to go to the hospital, the medic and I turned the walker into the transport chair, and a hotel employee simply pushed me back to my hotel room, where I recovered in peace. (I tipped her well, of course.)

Tomorrow, thanks to new meds and my walker, Barney, I'll be going on my first solo vacation ever! I'm very excited.

https://www.amazon.com/Volaris-All-Terrain-Rollator-Lightweight-Aluminum/dp/B01AQVVPYC/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&qid=1525401377&sr=8-1&keywords=Volaris+All+Terrain+PATROL+Rollator+Walker&th=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=ppllivingtall-20&linkId=76e53012b5af7912681de896378c098d

Best i could find... 42” handle height. That might just work for what you need? Out of curiosity is it for you or someone else?

$30 adjustable child walker

https://www.amazon.com/WALKER-FOLDING-DELUXE-BUTTON-WALKERS/dp/B00SNPGQ5W/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=childs+walker&qid=1559342297&s=gateway&sr=8-12

In general I think that people aren't paying attention when walking around, so it's always a bit frustrating for me. The good news is that most people will get out of the way anddddd let you get closer since you have to be sitting down and generally can navigate if you're willing to speak up. I tend to be the person yelling excuse meeeeee at the airport so 🤷‍♀️ Another thing to remember is that you can stand up if you are in a crowd and just can't handle it, or you can't see something - I get a bit self conscious that people around me would be weird about me standing but with my cane and going slow, they generally left me alone when I switched between the two. In crowds, it's also important to have good communication with your pusher (if you need one) on how you want to enter spaces/doorways and where you wanna go (eg entering doors without an auto button backwards is easier imo). It kinda sucks having them behind you bc chatting random observations has to be much louder, but it's alllllll definitely worth cutting down on the pain. Basically, the less standing and waiting that I did and the less time spent on my feet, the better I felt. I also bought a few accessories to hang on the back of the chair and under the chair so that saved me a ton of shoulder/neck/arm pain. Sorry, I'm sure my writing isn't the most linear train of thought tonight but I hope that clarifies things.

Edit: here's are a few accessories I mentioned: under seat bag , cup holder (more set up for this one) , and a good back of the chair bag but I can't find mine online rn

I skip all crutches and go for these wheelie cart thingies:

https://smile.amazon.com/Medline-Foldable-Rollator-Mobility-Burgundy/dp/B00I6GQDQK/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1535789233&sr=8-2&keywords=handicap+cart+with+wheels

I just put my residual limb on top of the seat and I can motor around super fast. It is kinda fun too. You can also store things under the seat.

Buy or rent a broken foot scooter, they make getting around so much easier (I hate crutches and even with a walking cast it's a pain).

The scooters work great, you can kneel on your broken foot and scoot along. You can also sit and keep your foot elevated when stationary.

Incredible technology. Nice link!

What is the thing at the far left of the picture? An advanced autonomous rollator?

https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Medical-Rollator-Removable-Support/dp/B005S1CHKC

Oh god, me too. While I'm at it I might as well add this and this.

You can get one for not too much on Amazon.

http://smile.amazon.com/Deluxe-Button-Folding-Walker-Wheels/dp/B001HOM4U2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1451996876&sr=8-3&keywords=walker

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001HOM4U2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_aHilDbJJ2RMYC

Or you can get one second hand for super cheap.

My company produces accessories for medical devices, including feet for walkers that replace the tennis balls commonly used. Our feet our functional and fun- these ones are shaped like puppy feet! We sell a range of other products that will be listed on Amazon soon as well.

New to this community so I hope I’m posting right!