Try: A walker is a three-sided metal frame with four legs you may need to use a walker because your legs are not strong enough to walk without support you may also need to use a walker if you are weak or have balance problems things to consider be sure the walker has rubber grips for the hands make sure it has nonskid rubber tips or wheels to keep you from sliding you can buy walkers at medical supply stores there are many kinds of walkers selecting the best walker may depend on your health problem and where you plan to use the walker decide if you need a walker for indoor use outdoor use or both some walkers have a lightweight metal frame that is easy to lift as you walk the front legs of the walker frame may have wheels to help you move easier other walkers have a heavy metal frame and are pushed forward with each step these walkers usually have four sturdy wheels and may have hand brakes walkers may come with different parts most walkers can be adjusted to make them taller or shorter some walkers have built in seats some walkers can be folded for travel or storage a metal basket can be attached to many walkers a basket can hold the things you want to take with you such as a purse or book information references "how to choose and use a walker" 2011 available at www drugs com
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Categories: Sage, Topic, Medical Physical, Mobility, Needs Some Assistance, Needs Much Assistance
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Keywords: Walker mobility medical supplies
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