6 Things Everyone Must Know Before Buying a Walker with a Seat
Brad and Mike discuss how to buy the best walker with a seat. Everything you need to know!
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For more info on adjusting your 4 wheeled walker brakes check out our video How To Easily Adjust 4 Wheeled Walker Brakes (In Your Kitchen) kzread.info/dash/bejne/hGuIysOsfZidmso.html
@F_L_A_Bird
11 ай бұрын
Hey I enjoyed this I reminded me to call medi stop and tell him I'm bringing him my walker for repair... I have a loner and I don't like it I want my Walker back but I'm thankful that I have the neighborhood let me a spare. I love MY Walker though but the wheels kept sticking and finally one fell off so yeah. Having the right Walker is crucial 😌💕 thank you for putting out these videos of yours I really enjoy them and it's very informative! 😁 YAY
@DollfieMew
11 ай бұрын
I take my rollator to the hospital store I got it from and they will adjust the brakes for me for free. 👍
@wendyallard6219
Ай бұрын
@@F_L_A_Birdl”😅 😅
This video just makes me think.. when Bob and Brad retire one day, their videos will continue to educate far into the future.. and by sheer numbers, they will continue to be the two most famous physical therapists on the internet..
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
🤩
@davidregan9872
2 ай бұрын
Some day they just might need one!😎
Here in Sweden 🇸🇪 I believe most elderly have two walkers, one for outdoor purpose (longer walks, sturdy walker with brakes, a seat and basket) and one for indoors (with a stand for your coffee tray, and brakes of course). My dad definitely had two, granny on the other hand had only canes because it was prior to 1978).
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
Thank you for this informative video! I had lumbar fusion/decompression 4 months ago. Walking and PT are helping my recovery at 74 yrs old. There’s NO way I could walk very far without my rollator walker. My legs get achy and I’ve got to sit down! I use it outside and around the house, even hauling laundry around on the seat. Last week I was at a wedding with it and heard a comment about ‘ that lady booking with the walker’ haha. I can move pretty fast with it. Brad is right about selecting tables in restaurants though, where you can park it. And also, at 5’ , I have a little trouble getting it in/ out of my jeep by myself. But, this is an extremely useful tool for me right now.
This category is ripe for the kind of industrial design that high-end e-bikes currently enjoy. Run those cables inside, taper the cushioned tubing, color-match the wheels, make these things POP!
I am surprised the video doesn’t mention that a wheeled walker with a seat is NOT a wheelchair, unless specifically designed to be one, which only a few are. Most walkers have a relatively high center of gravity and can tip over easily if pushed as a wheelchair. I have personally seen this happen twice on the sidewalks of Boston!
@BobandBrad
11 ай бұрын
Good point.
@lorenzoarodriguez6048
11 ай бұрын
My mother, kept using it as a wheelchair and fell a couple of times.
@ThankYouAbba
11 ай бұрын
You are correct, that should've been covered.
A visiting PT set my mom up w her rollator. A big help. Then he adjusted it for her. Critical info: Lock the breaks before trying to sit. Also, folks w difficulty sitting and standing or w cognitive issues should not use a rollator unassisted. For exercise, using it on a carpet is safer, as the pile slows down the wheels. Hardwood floors or linoleum are fast surfaces. Use w caution. Thanks, guys, for your wonderful help! (“Hi, Bob!”) 😉
@zuzuspetals8323
11 ай бұрын
p.s. Check w your local senior citizens’ center. Many have free medical equipment (donated by others) available for those in need.
@ThankYouAbba
11 ай бұрын
This is a very important point you make: put the brakes on before sitting on the walker. 2x in this video Brad sits on the walker and hasn't put the brakes on! I came to the comment section specifically to write this because it is so dangerous that by example he did it wrong and that it wasn't verbally covered.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@MaryMyers-sg6bi
9 ай бұрын
Yes, I had a hard fall because I didn’t set the brakes. I stood and when I pushed down to stand it pushed my rollator backwards away from me and down I went: landed on my buttocks (the cushion helped), my head bounced off the floor and I broke a toe. Multiple bruises. Lesson learner.
When my Mom got a walker, my sister and I pimped it out for her. We used handlebar streamers, a bell, a little rearview mirror, and a basket. She loved it!
@zuzuspetals8323
11 ай бұрын
Cute! Bells are great.
@BobandBrad
11 ай бұрын
Awesome
Thank you for the great video. I bought an up-right walker which is great, but I didn't realize how top heavy it would be and has a tendency to fall forward if it hits a pebble or rock. I've learned to adapt, but you may want to mention this in future videos. Thanks again for your awesome advice!
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
I have one that I bought from Amazon. And I really like it. I do love that he said the height should come up to the crease in your wrist, so I’ll check it to make sure it’s at the best height for me.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Let's hope so!
I had Polio as a toddler and I do not have use of one arm -- Comodita' makes a walker designed for one-handed use - the Avanti - no seat available though, because that shifts the center of gravity and makes it more difficult to operate one-handed.
Thanks so much! I’m glad you showed where the handles should be. I seem to be bending over to use mine. I’m going to go look at the other videos you have on this. Be careful if you sit down and get up. I got up really fast, and didn’t remember there’s a wheel sticking out. I gotta quickly, turn to the right, and tripped over it and really hurt myself.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
Loving my Drive walker for my 12 level Spinal Fusion! I’m not tall but my Drive adjusts to a tall which helps keep me from fatigue and keeps me straight when it sets in.❤❤❤ Love to all!
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
That's great!
Love you guy's, great information and fantastic videos thank you!
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching!
I have been using rollators for years. Seat comfort is important! If yours is comfortable or hard as a rock, Amazon now sells cushions that you can add to the rollator. It makes a huge difference. I find rollators that come with a basket that fits below the front of the seat makes it easier to haul things or to shop. Pouches do offer more security though. I prefer rollators that have a firm seat over ones that are just a strap. I use my rollator to haul all sorts of stuff around . Firm seat makes hauling things much easier. The rollators with a strap seat may be much lighter, which is important if you will getting in and out of a vehicle . I am over 80 and have bad shoulders but usually can get my heavier rollator in my SUV. I find I am not very comfortable on a strap type seat. I only use it when I am having problems lifting or am making frequent stops. It takes up much less space in the trunk, which is handy when shopping.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
Great presentation gentlemen, very informative. Keep up the good work
👩🦼 Great video idea! I would love to see a similar video for wheelchairs-I need one for a petite person and I don’t know where to start looking.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
We'll add it to our to-do list!
I get this Walker tomorrow for free from danish healthservice
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Good to hear!
Great tips guys.I was a nurse.Now retired. Good advise.Thanks.
Excellent presentation and advice 👏👏👍👍😊
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
Thanks ror your video I have one and dont use it enough Very informative on how you alter the handle position 😊
Thank you two so much for the very helpful information. I need one of these now to use while I am waiting to have my second total knee replacement.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
No problem!
I mentioned to a friend, who, herself has a walker, that I was looking for a walker, for "just in case." Sometimes I'm a little unsteady! 😅 That friend picked up one like hers for me (without me asking). I used it a couple of times but found it way too heavy for me. It served to make me exhausted! This video will help me get a better one for me. 😊
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Glad we could help!
You're a good son, Brad!❤
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Thanks!
You guys think of everything❤
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
We try!
As a 78 year old widow, the weight of the rollator is most important to me. I have to be able to pick up and take out of my SUV. I go to the “Y” 5 days a week for Water Arobics for the past 5 years. Worn the wheels off the first rollator because of metal fatigue from be around chlorinated water, then I bought what I felt was a sturdier version. But it weighed 26 lbs, after a about 2 years, it became to hard to pick up. Bought a lighter version, 16 lbs. it seems the lighter the rollator the more it cost. I willingly will replace when needed. Never used Medicare to purchase, my understanding is they have some conditions on what and how often the rollator will be replace.
Thank you for sharing this video. Wish i had known how to do this years ago when my mom was using a walker. I did go to the video showing how to adjust the brakes. It is very useful to know. Thank you. BTW, I love the Bob & Brad t-shirt you were wearing in the video! DO YOU ALL STILL SELL THESE?
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
We do sell them! Here's the link if you want to check it out. bob-brad.myspreadshop.com/
Thank you.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
My mother in law uses a regular walker constantly as she falls frequently. She is 92. The problem is that she has a very narrow walker (the narrowest they come in) because of the width of her doorways. Those are no doubt too large if you have a home with much smaller doorways.
@DG-gz1oe
11 ай бұрын
Someone that age and with frequent falls would likely not benefit from a 4 wheeled walker which might actually make her less safe from falling. A regular walker or one with front wheels only would be more stable.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
That's too bad!
I had a injury to my back and got one through my insurance.
Hey Doctor! Great video there. Can I take collagen supplement without a doctor's prescription for my knee health?
Can you make a video on how to chose a knee scooter? Thanks.
Some models have adjustable seat height for shorter folks. I have one by Medline. Much safer for me. If the seat is too high and you try to sit on it, it still may roll from under you even with the brakes on.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
That's great!
Good to know info!!! 🌝⚘
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
😊
thank u.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
😅 The best thing I love about your videos is your SONG Definitely the best song I had ever Heard of Bob and Brad the two most famous....😅
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
We're happy to hear that!
Could you add evaluation of 3 wheel rollators to your presentation? I’ve used a 4wheeler for about a year. Love it for the seat, which I use for sitting as well as for transporting things about the house. However, I find it heavy and unwieldy for getting in and out of my SUV. Just got a 3 wheeler which is lighter weight and easily folds for storage behind driver’s seat. Downside is it seems more tipsy. Seat area is smaller .
Good info…. ❤❤❤😊
@BobandBrad
9 ай бұрын
Glad you think so!
People walk more upright with The walkers with fold up seats
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing
How do you go up or down stairs with a four wheel rollator, that are in the front and in the back.
I needed to use my moms rolalater sitting my feet did not reach floor and the height adjustments I max out but could have used a bit more. Wished you addressed that issue. Luckily I only needed it for a couple days. I am 5'8" and stand full height
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Sorry about that!
I was waiting to see how high while standing I'm 5/10 ty.
What about weight to lift up and put in car .I only weight 98 pounds
@anntaft7808
11 ай бұрын
Rollators with the strap type seat are might liter and take up less space. MIT makes a huge difference. Try sitting on it before buying. I am quite large and I find this type difficult to sit on for long periods, but that might not bother you.
“Under $200”. Well I suppose a Medline at $70 is under $200. Personally I have a Lumex walkabout at $180. Medicaid paid for it all. I have SLE and diabetes, but probably can have enough strength and balance to fold it and take it one floor to my basement. Thanks for the video.
How to avoid needing a walker when you get old would be a great topic
@7YBzzz4nbyte
11 ай бұрын
Leg exercises at the gym? A 100 year old walking daily some 2 kilometers/miles with her walker said that once you lose your leg strength, you're done with.
@DG-gz1oe
11 ай бұрын
Seek out a geriatric certified physical therapist for an evaluation of strength, flexibility, balance, and endurance and for advice on exercise to promote better aging.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
We can add it to our to-do list
Lightest walker please?
@BobandBrad
11 күн бұрын
Probably a folding walker like one like this: amzn.to/3WUP4rx
I feel like we’re holding Mike up from the golf course 😂
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
😂
5/7/24
@BobandBrad
25 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching!
I love my Drive Nitro. I can fold it up, and it stays together until I push the seat down. Much easier getting it in and out of the car.
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
That's good!
There all too heavy good ones?…my Back ooch
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@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
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All those walkers that I see people using make them look like they're walk with a hunchback they look like they're too short they should be taller
The VA gave my mom a Drive Nitro of some sort and the booklet or PDF say not to move while seated in the Rollator? Like huh? The whole purpose I thought was if she got tired a caregiver or I could move her when she's tuckered out! Obviously she can't just push herself around with her feet! Is this another instance of avoiding lawsuits like with cottonswabs going in the ear? The Rollator can withstand 300lbs but not me going over some little bumps or cracks? Cmon now.
It's disappointing that physical therapists did not stress that this type of walker is not good for many people. The best idea is to have an evaluation by a physical therapist (geriatric specialist preferred) of the person's strength and balance to determine which device (from a variety of canes and walkers) is best, to properly fit it to that person, and instruct in its proper use. A person with poor balance is not going to benefit from having 4 highly moveable wheels under them!
@ljhendrickson2960
10 ай бұрын
Great point!
@BobandBrad
10 ай бұрын
Sorry you feel that way!