Invacare Knee Walker INV 65950 Review

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(More customer reviews)My wife had a foot operation . 2 bone grafts several pins and screws which require 6 to 8 weeks in a cast . She used the knee walker for 2 weeks now .Due to national security issue my wifes age and weight can not be discussed but I 56 and weigh 225 lbs and its plenty strong for me .
I think some of the bad reviews are due tonot understand the proper application of this device . It's for a leg with a cast below the knee. Its not a standard walker. The front wheel are suppose to swivel 360 degrees.
We live in avery small house (1000 sq foot ) hard wood floors thin Asian rugs and semi long shag in the bedroom several washable throw rugs on tile floors its working well in all areas. The only thing I can say it the turning radius is a bit large but we are in small house . My wife has zero dexterity on crutches if she would have used themfor the last 2 week she probably have a broken arm . We carried it in the car ( it collapses flat so don't tie wrapthe basket to the frame cause it would have to be removed) used it in the total hospital application elevators and garages works fine . Uphill in subterranean garages is not easy but can be done using the brake(so drop off at lobby and park downhill from the elevator in the garage )
You cant say there is any assembly required you remove the plastic cover from the tires .You adjust the leg length (to users height) using 2 pushbutton on each leg . A very civilized little device . I built a wheelchair ramp to connect the front porch to city sidewalk (first week ) first thing she did as I was showing her my work was blast down it like a kid on a skateboard the point I trying to make is I think the walker has improved her moral overall by increased and simplifiedmobility ascompared tocrutches .

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InvacareKnee Walker offers the perfect blend of style, comfort,and affordability, a perfect substitution for crutches.Features easy-to-operate ergonomic hand brakes, comfortable 3thick, 15long knee pad, and 5front swivel wheels. Height adjusts 31-39 ; width 18 . Folds up for storage or transportation, includes basket. Product weight, 16.5lbs. Weight capacity: 300lbs. 3-year warranty on frame and brakes, 1-year warranty on other parts.

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Medical Knee Walker Leg Ankle Foot Crutch Caddy Scooter Review

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(More customer reviews)My wife got this device and was disappointed.After waiting and "some assembly required" we found it didn't fit her.While they never claimed it would, rather they just give knee platform height, whatever that means.She's 5'6" and tried to use it but here good foot didn't touch the ground.The lowest setting fit me @ 5'8" and the tallest my son at 6'0".We ended up renting a turning model with two adjustable pads and a basket.After seeing how good that one worked, we were even more disappointed in this one.Goodbye Crutches!

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PLEASE NOTE: THIS KNEE WALKER IS NON-STEERABLEThe Junior Knee Walker by Drive Medical is the stylist alternating to regular crutches. Ideal for individuals recovering from foot surgery, breaks, sprains, amputation and ulcers of the foot, the knee walker features a deluxe lever brake to ensure safety, 5" casters that are ideal for both indoor and outdoor use and tool free height adjustment. Weight capacity of 300 lbs.

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iWALKFREE Rehab Rehabilitation Knee Walker Crutch Aid Review

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(More customer reviews)I did not buy this from Amazon but feel compelled to contribute a positive review since so little is known about this terrific product.

My Injury & Search for Maximum Mobility:
I ruptured my Achilles tendon on June 7, 2010.My right foot will be NWB (non-weight bearing) for 3 months.After being on conventional crutches for one week and discovering how limited they were (e.g. heating up a coffee in the microwave and taking it to the kitchen table becomes an exercise in strategic planning), I found the "Freedom Leg" on-line (I'll let you google for that), but from what I read, most of the Internet "buzz" painted a promising picture but very few positive testimonials from actual users (not counting their youtube video).I suspect the product is just too new.One of their on-line retailers stopped carrying it due to numerous returns and one spontaneous failure (yikes!).There are several interesting alternatives such as leg/knee scooters, the onecrutch, and fore-arm crutches, but in my job, I drive and/or fly to meet customers.I carry a laptop, luggage, stay in hotels etc.A wheel chair or powered scooter were not practical unless I remodeled my home.

About the iWALKFree:
Then my wife found the iwalkfree.Necessity is the mother of invention, and the inventor created this in 97 after a bad fall.Since then, it has been certified by the FDA and Canadian medical authorities as an approved medical device.It has been blogged about at places like [...] among others and all signs pointed to a viable alternative.After a minor fall going down stairs on the crutches, I ordered the iwalkfree and received it Jun 24.The manufacturer recommends using a cane until you gain your balance and I concur...but after "testing" it for a few hours for stability, I "strapped it on" and went to dinner the same day.I did not feel very stable but thought "This is your best chance for mobility for the next 3 months...get used to it!".I am happy to report I DID get used to it and highly recommend it.

Things to Consider:
1. Fit - Make sure you get it sized correctly; the aluminum strut needs to be cut to match your leg's inseam.If not, it could poke into your abdomen when taking large strides.Not the end of the world, you will need a saw to cut away any excess.I read on productwiki a reviewer who believed it was not designed well for males since the top strap rides high into your crotch.I've had no issues at all.

2. IMHO, this is for people who:

a) WANT to be mobile - if you're already a couch potato...stop reading and grab another mouthful of nachos.
b) Fairly active and have good trainable balance - I'm no ballerina or superstar athlete.I can ride a bike, ski blues and occasional blacks and do a 10K in about an hour, I have decent adaptable balance.You will place additional load on your "good leg" especially going up and down steep terrain, e.g. hiking up a moderately inclined mountain trail that was supposed to take 15 minutes walking took me about 20 - 25 minutes on the iWalk.I don't believe reviewers who've said you need to be "very athletic".

3. Not great for constantly getting up and down (i.e. in a chair) - With repeated practice I can take it on/off in 15 to 30 seconds WITHOUT any help.I think this is a decent trade off against the overall mobility it provides.

4. People will stare at you - If this makes you too uncomfortable or self-conscious...don't bother.By my 3rd day with it, I went to Costco by myself for about 3 hours...I purposely avoided parking in a wheel chair spot.I had at least 5 people approach me to ask about it and enough staring/gawking to make me think I was a real hottie.

5. Pressure/Rubbing on your injured leg - Some have complained that the position it puts your leg in can cause shin or (in my case heel pain).Look carefully at the position it puts the injured leg in, it is almost horizontal on the "knee shelf".Consider your cast/brace/CAM walker/boot and whether or not you think this will be a problem.The position is most like having the injured leg on a chair (likely what you presently do in the bathroom or kitchen right?).Depending how active you want to be, you may experience a bit of leg bounce on the injured leg.For me, the weight of my CAM walker/boot occasionally causes heel pain in this position e.g. when I tried playing badminton or basketball so I took numerous breaks.

6. Padding on the knee shelf adequate?I weigh about 140 lbs. and other than putting a cotton pad on the knee shelf for breath-ability (I sweat a lot and it is summer), I find the padding just fine.I am a tad concerned that the foam may compress (i.e. pack out) beyond usefulness at the end of my 3 month NWB period...in the worst case, it looks easily replaceable and is clearly as a result to the constant use it gets.

I would give it 5 stars if it had options for a suspension/shock absorber (like on a bike) and an add-on to attach to a bike pedal so it could serve double duty as an iBIKEFree :).Conversely, I can see that its genius is in its simplicity.I am a fan of this device and highly recommend it to everyone I talk to.

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iWALKFREE Rehab Rehabilitation Knee Walker Crutch Aid BRAND NEW TO MARKET! GET YOURS NOW!!! DON' WAIT!!! Part Number: CDL82000 BRAND NEW, IN STOCK, READY TO BE SHIPPED TO YOU!! About iWALKFree The first of its kind in the world, iWALKFree is a revolutionary hands-free crutch designed to meet the mobility needs of people with non-weight bearing lower leg injuries. iWALKFree is a potent alternative to traditional crutches, allowing its users: ? self-sufficiency through the full use of their arms and hands ? the opportunity to take an active part in their lives and their rehabilitation The device supports the knee and upper leg using a universal, ambidextrous fastening system that allows for almost any adjustment for user height and leg size. The medical benefits to users include: ? improved mobility ? improved motor function ? improved personal esteem through management of daily affairs Product Design To assemble and fit iWALKFree: trim the beam to equal the inseam measurement 1. with the user seated with leg bent at a 90-degree angle, measure the distance from the back of knee to the ground of the unaffected limb. This determines the height for the top of the tray 2. to attach the tray, unlock the front cam clip; disengage locking pin; slide tray onto the beam; lock pins; lock cam clip at the front of the tray 3. to attach the straps*, unlock cam clip of lower strap; slide onto beam just above knee; lock cam clip; repeat with upper strap; slide onto beam just below groin; lock cam clip 4. install beam cap *all straps can be flipped for right or left-handed use To Check for Proper Fit: When walking with iWALKFree, you should be able to swing your leg freely front to back without catching it on the ground. If you can't move it freely, then iWALKFree is too long, and needs to be readjusted

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Rolling Knee Walker Leg Ankle Foot Crutch Caddy Scooter Review

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(More customer reviews)The knee walker was reasonably priced, well made and sturdy.It was easy to assemble.When the back wheels are on the outer leg setting, the walker is very stable. It took about 10 days to arrive with the free shipping, probably because I'm in California, and it shipped from the east coast.The only problem it had was that it doesn't steer.It was well worth the money though.I wouldn't have paid the extra $300 for a knee walk/er that did steer.

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Rolling Knee Walker-Nonsteerable

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Medline Medline Weil Knee Walker Review

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(More customer reviews)Every knee walker will be a compromise, and what suits one person may not suit another. I rented two other knee walkers before buying the Weil, and I am now buying a second Weil.

The Roller-Aid an others like it have the advantage of being light and easy to put in a vehicle, and small enough to turn tight corners. They are toy-like in construction. They do not have good padding for the knee, and they do not steer. You have to wrench the front end from side-to-side to turn it. The Roller-Aid another do not track well, so you might look like a drunken sailor veering this way and on the way to your doctor's office. The brakes do not work well.

The mid-weight one that I tried is a bit lighter and shorter than the Weil, and tracks well. Like the Roller-Aid, it does not have actual steering; the front wheels are like shopping cart wheels, it has the same short pad like the Roller-Aid that compresses down to 1/4' when you put your knee on it. The brakes on this mid-weight were dangerously ineffective on a slope. It is solidly but crudely constructted.

The Weil is the longest and heaviest of the three and by far most refined and best looking. The seat can be collapsed (watch your fingers) and the handle-bar column folds onto it for carrying in a vehicle. The seat is spectacular: 19" long, molded with a depression to cup the knee and whole leg, and made of foam of just the right density.

The Weil is not as stable laterally if you lean back, because it has just one wheel in the back. However, I quickly learned not to lean back (why do that anyway?), so that was a very short term disadvantage, and the big advantage of one wheel is that you don't hit your ankle of your good leg when pushing--something that happened to me repeatedly with both the other walkers.

The Weil has real steering, but it is a longer walker, so you might need to make a broken turn to make a tight turn from a narrow hallway. It does not take 17 back-and-forths, as one competitor says. I learned to go by the hall bath door and back into it without a break.If you never learned how to steer a vehicle backwards, you might find this to be tricky, but practice makes perfect.

The Weil has big wheels, which makes it easier to push on thick carpet and much smoother on sidewalks. There are two hand brakes and either one will absolutely stop the walker and can be locked with a thumb lever.The construction, fit and finish are superb. It is twice the machine for the same or less money.

After having the first Weil for several months, I needed to have a second walker to keep downstairs. After reviewing the pros and cons again, I ordered a second Weil from Amazon.

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This innovative walking aid provides a comfortable alternative to crutches and is ideal for below the knee injuries. The three wheel design turns for easy use at home or outside. A thicker padded seat offers comfort. Comes equiped with locking hand brakes and a large basket. Adjustable bench accommodates heights 4'10" to 6'4".

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Medline Weil Knee Walker by Medline - Weil Knee Walker, burgundy - Model MDS86000 Review

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(More customer reviews)I purchased this knee walker prior to surgery and the warning that I would be non-weight bearing for at least 6 weeks. I am a 5'3" woman in her 50's who weighs more than she should, and I had read reviews of other knee scooter/walkers that were "tippy" -- no thanks.

I'm more than half way through my 6 weeks, and the walker is working very well. It is substantial -- no tipping, but not the right choice if you need max portability, which I did not. My friends can easily carry it down my 2 flights of steps upon occasion, and it fits in the back of my mini-van without even folding up.

My PT and I did have a little trouble adjusting the knee pad height exactly perfectly for me -- gears are easy to adjust but a little too far apart(so, a little to high or a little too low for me). That is why I give a 4 rather than 5 star rating. However, it's working out okay. NOTE weight limit of 300 lbs. Comes with toolkit for adjusting brakes (which we have not needed to use).

Padding on knee rest is excellent (this is important!). Turning radius is wide so this would be hard to use in some homes with tight corners or too much furniture -- however, I'm very glad I did not choose an in-line, non-turning model. The front basket is very important too -- easy to put on and off if necessary.

I highly recommend that you purchase a knee walker before your surgery if possible and practice -- find out what needs to be moved in your house and start using those muscles before you have to! I'm very pleased with my choice and would pick this one again.

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This innovative walking aid provides a comfortable alternative to crutches and is ideal for below the knee injuries. The three wheel design turns for easy use at home or outside. A thicker padded seat offers comfort. Comes equiped with locking hand brakes and a large basket. Adjustable bench accommodates heights 4'10" to 6'4".

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Knee Wheeled Walker By Drive Medical - 1 ea Review

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(More customer reviews)When I was told I would be in a cast and on crutches for a minimum of 6-8 weeks I was really bummed out. After a few days on the crutches I was also sore under my arms & had slipped several times & nearly fallen. A friend mentioned that his wife had rented a wheeled walker when she broke her foot and said it was great. The rental price was about $150 per month, or medical supply houses sell them for over $900 (HONEST! I looked!). The Amazon product was a CLEAR bargain, and now I have it for future use for all my friends who may be as clumsy as I was.
This product is WONDERFUL as an alternative to crutches! I can enjoy being out with friends & canmove around my home much more freely. If I am in a place where I need not make turns, the scooter can move faster than my friends who are walking. Little kids are fascinated. I can hang a bag from the brake handle for small items. The walker folds up small enough to fit even in small cars' trunks. But it IS heavy, so small or frail people may have trouble lifting it into a car or carrying it upstairs. IT does need to be carried up and down stairs; it is much too bulky to navigate them. It can handle one or two steps or a threshold OK.
THREE CAVEATS: 1. I am 5' 2", and I have especially short legs. I wish the adjustments had one more notch to lower the knee platform. 2. The walker is a bit clumsy to turn. Given the price difference between this model & the bicycle-style steerable walkers, I think I made the right choice, but if I were going to be unable to walk for muchlonger, I think the difference in pricemight be worthwhile. 3. The Amazon merchant was great, but DRIVE MEDICAL's customer service is DREADFUL. After a week or so, I noticed my walker was missing a cap on one side that keeps the end of a screw from scratching the user's knee. I did not know if I lost it or if the cap had been missing when the walker was delivered.I called DRIVE MEDICAL to ask if I could buy a replacement.They said to call the seller.I called Wheelchairs Plus Mobility Solutions, and a very sympathetic customer service person said she would call DRIVE MEDICAL to get me a cap. They told her that they do not sell spare parts at all and I should go to the hardware store. My excellent local hardware store does NOT carry these caps, and online I would have to buy about 600 of them, even if I could figure out what size to buy. My husband ultimately resersed the screw so that the sharp end was on the outside, but I CANNOT recommend DRIVE MEDICAL.

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Drive Medical Wheeled Knee WalkerWheeled Knee Walker

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