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Experience with elder w limited mobility switching from rollator to upright forearm walker?

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DwayneB1954

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‎05-08-2021 07:31 AM

Experience with elder w limited mobility switching from rollator to upright forearm walker?

Elderly MIL currently using a rollator, but considering switching to a forearm upright walker. Anyone have any experience with these or advice?

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‎05-09-2021 01:47 AM

I have "upright forearm" walker and would never give it up! It not only allows me to stand but allows me to feel equal to anyone I meet. Currently, not all transit systems accommodate and as it isn't ADA approved yet, not able to use public transit, BUT very good for me (and neighbor who got one)

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