Friday, October 6, 2017

The Rollator Walker- A Walking Assistance Device

By Michelle Phillips


Rollators are ideal for individuals that strongly desire their freedom and independence, but have limited mobility. They nevertheless come in handy for the aged when they have to move from one place to another. Here are tips to consider when purchasing a four wheel rollator walker:

There is a growing number or rollator brands out in the market. Worldwide, there are numerous rollator products that are constantly and regularly rolled out and launched. There would not be much hassle finding and purchasing the best rollator brands. The prices are also made more competitive. Nowadays, the roller products that are out in the market are also made more efficient and more luring. People with walking disabilities are now provided with better and wider choice to secure such walking devices. It would be helpful to further know more basic facts about rollers before scouting across the market for such products.

What is a roller? The roller is a simple device or equipment that is used to aid or assist people with walking disability. Whether the person is disabled to walk due to old age, due to physical problems or due to medical conditions and ailments, roller products are there to provide the much-needed assistance.

Another advance in the design of strollers is the wheeled stroller which was invented in 1978 by the Swede Aina Wifalk, and also called "rollators." An essential part of the design of a wheeled stroller is the addition of brakes which can be operated by the use of levers on the handles. It enables the user to stop immediately and prevents the rollators from running away from them. The brakes can also assist in turning, as they can be applied on just the side to which the user is turning, allowing a much tighter turn to be made.

Wheeled strollers come in a wide variety of designs, with 3 or 4 wheels, and some with larger diameter wheels, usually of at least 7 inches which make it easier to travel over uneven terrain, "Off-road" if you will. This enables the user to venture out doors more for shopping trips and the like. Crutches are another traditional aid to walking for the injured or disabled; modern crutches are more likely to have a hand grip and an elbow support rather than fitting under the armpit as they used to do.

First off rolling strollers are also known as rollers. These strollers in the past were just what the name implies, strollers with wheels but then for want of a name to call these the word roller was coined but fast forward to today.

Storage- Most rollers are sold with storage metal baskets or pouches made of different fabrics. They may be placed in front of the roller or under the seat. Only small items can be stored in these types of units. There is an aftermarket basket that can carry larger items, such as large grocery bags, laundry, etc. The product is called the Handiwagon. Now you are ready to become more mobile and independent by using these tips for selecting a four wheel roller. Be safe and have a great time with your freedom.

Buying a roller- It is advisable that people with walking disorders use a roller. People who still have technical hopes to walking again are advised to take a roller instead of buying a wheelchair. That is because the roller is considered a guide that would help anyone re-learn the activity of walking.




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