Geriatric walkers are commonly used by many people
who see how the walkers help them get around on a daily basis.
Still, there are many people who do not have one simply because
they are afraid that getting a walker is akin to admitting defeat.
Geriatric walkers are among some of the most helpful items that
a person can own if they are having any kinds of problems getting
around. Even though users think they are giving up some freedoms
by using a walker, geriatric walkers can help some become independent
again.
One of the nice features about geriatric walkers is the shelf
that is included on many of them. It is obvious that most users
of these walkers are not going to be able to carry anything in
their hands because both hands will be used to hold onto the walker.
For this reason, many devices will include a little shelf-like
area on the middle of the walker that includes a 12’x12’
space and a non-slip pad.
Many people find these shelves to come in handy if they are trying
to carry something from the microwave to the kitchen table or
if they need to carry something from the living room back to their
bedroom.
Most geriatric walkers now have two straight legs and two legs
with wheels on the end of them, although walkers with four wheels
or with four straight legs are available as well.
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