3 Wheel Rollator with Seat

[cooncat_mom]

We're getting ready to sail the Explorer next month, and Bermuda is definitely a walking place. Unfortunately, my uninvited friend Arthur Itis is now my constant companion and has taken up residence in both hips. I can do short distances, but long walks, not so much. I'm looking into a rollator to take with us. I happened to come across one called the Flight 2 Rollator, which is the first 3 wheel one I've seen with a seat. It looks smaller and lighter than a 4 wheel one and I was wondering if anyone had experience with it? My balance is pretty much fine, I just need something to lean on a little (shopping carts work well!), and thought this might be easier to handle and travel with. Any opinions? Thanks!

[xxoocruiser]

Before purchasing any type of mobility equipment it's recommended that you consult with your doctor and have a complete gait assessment done by a Physical Therapist. Purchasing mobility equipment without having consulted your doctor, without having a gait assessment done and not having it properly fitted by a Physical Therapist can cause additional harm to one's body and medical condition.

 

Being that you stated that " just need something to lean on a little" a 3 wheel seated rollator will NOT give the stability needed as the single front wheel can lift up because all the weight the back is resting on the back 2 wheels causing you to fall. For this reason it's doubtful that a PT would recommend a 3 wheel rollator.

Edited September 4, 2014 by xxoocruiser

[cooncat_mom]

Thank you for your quick reply. I was wondering about the stability so appreciate that observation. I also appreciate and am quite aware of the need to have both doctor and PT on board. My educating myself in the options available helps me to become more of a partner in my health care. Will continue the search...:)

 

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Edited September 4, 2014 by cooncat_mom