So, using a walker is a sign of intelligence?
Give me a break.
Does a Walker really help? All comments welcome.
- Thread starter GoneFishin
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Give me a break.
Getting to the place where a person declines physically enough that they need one sucks... but YES a walker/rollator helps me because, due to neuropathy / Cancer treatment side effects, I can't walk without one even around my apartment!! And before it got worse it helped in getting me to my mailbox and the dumpster in my complex. Well worth the money if a person does find themselves physically in need of one.I know the feeling, I should be getting my new mobility scooter this coming week!! Enjoy your new Walker!
I've got three of them... Depending on necessity. Had to get a Stander Fold n Go from Walmart or Amazon because the others were too heavy / cumbersome for me to lift into my vehicle. Whatever works to get us more mobile! I never found a walker to be any kind of problem just an aid in helping me get around! I'm sure that it's been suggested but there are a lot of videos on YouTube and helping people adjust to their first walker. I never found adjustment necessary but as with everything new, one needs to get used to it. All the best to you.Well, just came from getting the mail, did NOT use a walker, just
my cane....and it is very hard on me physically, just the effort
of walking down and back 30 foot approx, so dont know if I'll
try the walker, may be more problem than assist.....getting to
the point I'm nervous about even stepping out......
Yeah I was surprised when I fell backwards with my rollator, but it was due to a knee jerk reaction from my neuropathy in my feet.
No broken bones just bruised thank goodness, I hope It was the same outcome for you! I hope the wheelchair is working well for you. 
I'm sure the member probably meant the decision to use a walker was a sign of intelligence, rather then taking the chance of falling.So, using a walker is a sign of intelligence?
Lewkat
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After extensive physical therapy, I haven't fallen lately. However, my therapist has stated that due to all the arthritis I have, when I flare up, to be extra, extra careful. I really despise a wheelchair.
Oldeagle66
Senior Member
AI and wifi will be on them next......if it isn't already 
horseless carriage
Well-known Member
AI and wifi will be on them next......if it isn't already
