hope everyone is ok today. I want to know if there are any members who have an upwalker? If so, do you like it? where did you get it from? was it expensive etc?
Thanks,
Dave.
I would only consider buying one after actually trying one.
The concept looks good and the fear of falling is one of the main reasons people deteriorate both physically and mentally through isolation.
If you can keep mobile it is all too the good. I found a rollator suitable for my height and outdoor use and it was a revelation compared to an indoor model that was too small for me. Similarly when I bought a folding stick that was too short.
Was tempted by advertising for a folding scooter, when I tried it out it was not for me.
My philosophy is to use what is needed, but no more and
TRY BEFORE YOU BUY
Hello Dave
I’d not heard of the Upwalker before so I just googled the word.
They look pretty good, back when I was able to walk a bit I’d have wanted one. The users lean on forearms rather than hands, so I think they’d be much better for posture and shoulders.
I had a Topro Troja walker, which are much better than cheaper walkers, in particular the brakes are better as is the seat. I did suffer quite badly with painful shoulders due to leaning heavily on my hands though. So the Upwalker would (probably) be much better.
I even think without being able to walk, having an Upwalker would be good for just standing (increasing time spent weight bearing would be a good thing).
But phew, the price. The Topro isn’t cheap, they cost about £185. But looking at the Upwalker site, they cost either £399 or £499 (indoor and outdoor versions).
So I think I’m with crd, I like the look of them but I’d want to try one before buying. Or win the lottery. (Plus the use I’d get would be minimal so the price is definitely too much!)
Sue