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== Introduction == | == Introduction == | ||
A ''' | A '''Walker ''' is a [[Walking Aids]] that has four points of contact with the ground and usually has three sides with the side closest to the patient being open. It provides a wider [[Base of support]] than a [[Walking stick]] and so is used more to stabilise patients with poor [[Balance]]. | ||
== Variations of | == Variations of Walkers == | ||
*Wheels on all four legs, with or without brakes | *Wheels on all four legs, with or without brakes | ||
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== Usage == | == Usage == | ||
Walkers should be adjustable in height, which is measured in the same way as one would measure for a [[Walking stick]]. A Zimmer frame is used in the following way. The patient: | |||
*Picks it up | *Picks it up | ||
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*Hollis, M. (1994). Practical exercise therapy. Blackwell Science. ISBN | *Hollis, M. (1994). Practical exercise therapy. Blackwell Science. ISBN 0632024771 | ||
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Introduction[edit | edit source]
A Walker is a Walking Aids that has four points of contact with the ground and usually has three sides with the side closest to the patient being open. It provides a wider Base of support than a Walking stick and so is used more to stabilise patients with poor Balance.
Variations of Walkers [edit | edit source]
- Wheels on all four legs, with or without brakes
- Two front legs with two rear casters
- Two front legs and two rear wheels with brakes which operate on downward pressure on the wheels
- "Square" wheels
- Ability to be folded, which makes travelling with the frame easier
Usage[edit | edit source]
Walkers should be adjustable in height, which is measured in the same way as one would measure for a Walking stick. A Zimmer frame is used in the following way. The patient:
- Picks it up
- Moves it forwards
- Places it in front of them
- Leans on the frame, taking weight through the upper limbs)
- Walks into it (the patient should be encouraged to take two small, even steps to avoid a disordered Gait pattern)
Recent Related Research (from Pubmed)[edit | edit source]
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References[edit | edit source]
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- Hollis, M. (1994). Practical exercise therapy. Blackwell Science. ISBN 0632024771