Choose the right seat height
Your feet should rest firmly on the ground when seated.
Rollators that allow the option of sitting in either direction
will provide better access to tables and desks.
How wide should it be?
The seat should feel "roomy" when seated with enough
distance between the handles so that you are not
"squeezing in". Make sure the overall frame width will fit
in your doorways.
Choose the right handle height
When standing straight, the handle should meet
your wrist and your arms should be slightly bent at
your elbows (approximately 20 to 30 degrees).
Braking systems
There are two options: cables or cable-free. Choosing a
cable-free (or cable hidden) system ensures no cables are
catching on objects in and around the home and prevents the
inconvenience and cost of maintenance. Our patented
"push-to-lock" arthritic ball on the loop handle ensures ease of
use, especially for those people that have difficulty using their
hands.
Choose the handgrips
With weak or painful hands or wrists, anatomical
handles may be preferred. These are designed to
spread the weight over a wider area of the palm,
therefore reducing stress.
Which wheels?
Larger 8"/20cm wheels and double-bearing
swivel castors facilitate travel and are much
more maneouverable especially over rough
ground.
Don’t forget the basket
A basket that is spacious and roomy is ideal for
oxygen tanks or those great shopping sprees!
Having a carry handle makes it easier to pick
up and carry the basket when loaded.
Is it easy to use?
A rollator that is too light may present potential safety concerns and a rollator that is
too heavy may be too difficult to manoeuver and manage when traveling. To ensure
both stability and ease of use it is important that the rollator is easy to fold, allowing
one to “pull” it rather than carry it from place to place.
