When choosing walking equipment first important thing to consider is the patient’s or the elderly ability to help themselves. To be able to support and prevent accidents that may occur to patients or the elderly if they choose to use inappropriate equipment. Should choose walking equipment that can be adjusted. To suit the body of each user.

Cane/Walking Stick

Suitable for patients Or some elderly people who can still walk on their own. Using a cane will help in terms of saving strength, helping to support walking, and helping to maintain balance while walking to a certain extent. The walking stick should be lightweight and strong. Because most people who use a cane will not have much strength. If the walking stick is heavy It will cause the user to use a lot of force to lift and may be a burden to the user rather than a help.

Types of walking sticks

  • Adjustable walking stick Can adjust height to suit the user’s body.
  • Non-folding walking stick strong and able to support weight well.
  • Foldable walking stick easy to carry for use when traveling.
  • 4-legged walking stick wide weight-bearing base Helps support oneself well Can be placed upright, no need for a place to hang the walking stick.

    • How to choose the right walking equipment for the user?

    Walker/Rollator

    Suitable for the elderly or patients who do not have enough strength to walk on their own and difficult to use a cane. A walker will help with better balance and have different functions.

    Types of Walker/Rollator

  • Walker/Rollator use pressure on the walker with both hands to help walk for people who still have some leg strength.
  • Walker/Rollator for physical therapy use pressure on the walker with both arms to help walk for people who don’t have much leg strength.

    • How to choose the right walking equipment for the user?

    If you are not sure which type of walking equipment you should choose to be suitable for the user? You can consult an expert before deciding to buy. We have personnel who are experts in equipment and products for caring for the elderly and the disabled, ready to give advice.
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