I found it difficult to use because the public are not used to seeing this sort of equipment used by a young man (of 50!), it also promps people to ask whats wrong and sometimes I'm not too much in the mood to go into the ins and outs of ALS with a stranger in the street. I used it initially to avoid falling but the seat is fantastic, my falls used to be as a consequence of tripping but I am too slow for that now. But I now fall because my legs fold, probably because of fatigue, the rollator helps enormously in this regard. If I feel tired I sit down. Terrific!
Cost
< $25 monthly
Date
Apr 25, 2010
Advice & Tips
It is difficult as a 48 year old man to get used to using a walker which is normaally associated with elderly OAP's. However, I realised that this is all in my head and and caan be banished by concentrating on the more ppositive effects of getting further and being more independent. Well worth it, and it keeps the wheelchair at bay for a wee bit longer. It is difficult for my children when they see me on it, and it saddens me that I can do little about that.
Purposes:Improve mobility, Stiffness/Spasticity, Balance problems, and Imbalance when walking(Started )
Date
Dosage
Improve mobility
Perceived effectiveness
Stiffness/Spasticity
Perceived effectiveness
Balance problems
Perceived effectiveness
Imbalance when walking
Perceived effectiveness
Side Effects
Adherence
Burden
Jun 02, 2009
Date
Jun 02, 2009
Advice & Tips
height of walker can be raised, can lead to shoulder rolling & neck pain.(remember when Mom told you to stand up straight?!) With the walker "others" really see you when you are out, & many will be quick to offer help. Even though "we" used to "do it all", never turn down help. It lends great stability to walking, & lets you go just a little farther. A walker is called a Rollater & many kinds are made. 1st one,can apply for Medicare coverage,so research before buying. Some stores will submit paperwork to Medicare & let you take item.
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