How to Get Up and Down a Step Using a Rollator

[@mikepuncsak7297]

GREAT STUFF !!! I just asked about this . Next request...life is not always flat .How is the best way to use my Rollator on all these downhills in our parking lot . Thanks so much PT guy !!

[@arabianknights7391]

If I consider a slope dangerously steep, I either go slowly backwards while glancing over my shoulder or cut across at a 45 degree angle.

[@yourPTguy]

I'm glad you have found it helpful. Be sure to subscribe so you don't miss the newer videos coming out too! But here's my video I suggest on slopes when using a rollator: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n4uYnnWMq8mreLs Stay safe and independent 🙂

[@kathleenardrey5094]

Thank you! Can you show us how to do multiple steps with a Rollator/walker? Maybe I missed that video. I'm going to go back and re-visit some of your lessons.

[@yourPTguy]

You're welcome and thank you for the suggestion. I'm going to be working on some new videos soon to show how to navigate stairs safely soon. Be sure to keep an eye out 😊

[@ge459]

But I need the advice tonight to walk my dog...oh help!

[@powerhouseent886]

Thank you. I also want to know how to Maneuver, multiple steps.

[@francesb657]

Please show us how to put it in a passenger car. I have to put my sister’s s in the trunk and my mom’s in the seat behind the driver. Now I have a backache.

[@batlady2343]

@powerhouseent886 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oGHKfqGZiNGLaLssi=bQadtM8OYr38v7hq

[@melodicseaweed387]

I don't have any trouble walking, but every time a video shows up in my recommendations, I watch it. You make really great videos!!

[@yourPTguy]

Hey thanks for your encouragement! We'll have a bunch more videos even for best mobility practices, exercises, and optimizing sleep etc coming soon hopefully. Thank you for your encouragement. 😊

[@nor0845]

My Rollator has levers on the rear of the frame which you step on, this acts as a lever to lift the front wheels up. If possible, go for a Rollator with larger front wheels. 8, 10 or even 12 inch front wheels make it far easier to negotiate steps and other obstacles.

[@lynnedean713]

Lol, thank you again. I too wondered how I would manage my 5 long shallow steps and thought I would just lift it up each step. Your way makes so much more sense.

[@unclegeorge7845]

I was just gonna make the same reply.

[@quiet-x4h]

Thank you for the information!! I hadn't "thought" about getting down the step - and that is the portion of steps that is always my downfall. (Unfortunately, sometimes literally!). Again, thanks for the valuable presentations. A great help for this newbie!!

[@yourPTguy]

You're welcome! I'm glad you are finding the information helpful. I'll keep putting out content to help. Stay safe and independent 😊

[@lizj5740]

I can go down steps with my rollator, as long as the steps have a handrail on at least one side. I grip the handrail and position the rollator at my opposite side. Then I step down to the first step, moving my hand down the handrail, put the opposite foot on the next step (or do "baby steps" if your balance is bad, always stepping down first with the same foot), and drag the rollator behind me. This may not work for you, but it is easy for me.

[@grandmajane2593]

That is a very tiny step you have at your front door. All the steps I encounter are twice the size of that. Thanks for the information.

[@joblink100]

I have been using one for over 2 years and you very well describe how it should be used, the main thing I have when setting down be very careful this is the main place to be very carful.

[@kharmencita1654]

How about a demo on the 5 steps stairs using the rollator? Can you make a video? Thank you.:-)

[@unclegeorge7845]

I was just gonna make the same reply.

[@marysmith432]

I have 3 steps I have to traverse going in and out of my house. Please make a video on how to get up and down these steps.

[@JohnKenIRB233]

As usual, thanks for your help on “practical” mobility! Thx for bringing us along.!😊😊😊 John Ken

[@yourPTguy]

Thanks! I'm glad you find it helpful, Ken! I appreciate your encouragement. 😊 Stay safe and independent

[@brucegibbins3792]

Howz about a flight of steps - we have 16 total over two levels. Right now I use the side rail to grab onto as I go step by step. So far that works.

[@ruthj.4845]

I am drooling Looks so good!

[@karenjean1121]

Very helpful. Thank you!

[@arabianknights7391]

My new rollator can handle steps, of which I have nine! It weighs 17.4 lbs, which is about as much as I can lift. I fold it side to side so that the woven backrest is a sling for one arm. I hook my arm through it and take firm hold of the frame. My other hand clings to the railing as I progress step by step. Patience is the key. I go backwards down the steps. The SKU is LB-SME-335. I know it as Living Basics, purchased through Shopper Plus in Canada, but no doubt many outlets handle it. It really is ideal for me. I like it for seating in my apartment because the seat is a decent height and the back rest is exactly where I want it.

[@m.taylor]

Because it has wheels, does it slide on the steps when you are going downstairs?

[@arabianknights7391]

@@m.taylor It does slide. I don't lock it. I alternate between letting the front wheels, then the back wheels, slide. At the same time I am going up or down a step at a time. After a bit of practice, it's quite easy.

[@m.taylor]

@@arabianknights7391Ok Thank you. I am going to try this going backwards down the steps because I am afraid of falling. I will do it slowly. I was using a 4-legged walker opened going down the stairs but it is too cumbersome.

[@arabianknights7391]

@@m.taylor I would really urge that you have a spotter while first learning this skill. And please have one hand firmly on the railing. My post was about a rollator that has a seat, not about what is called a walker. Does your walker have wheels that lock and a seat? I chose this specific model of rollator because of its light weight and because it folds up from side to side, not back to front. The design lets me carry the beast beside me, not in front of me, as I navigate the steps.

[@m.taylor]

@@arabianknights7391 I am using a walker instead of a rollator. My walker has two front wheels and two back rubber feet, and the side frames fold into the front frame. The wheels have no brakes, so I will be sure to try this with a spotter present. If it doesn't work for me, I will probably hang it on my arm, and step down sideways while holding the stair rail with both hands. Thank you for your advice.

[@dmtnw4480]

Thank you for the very useful information, could you show how get up/ multiple steps with/ without railings

[@georgevanvalkenburg2560]

SPOT ON, THANKS

[@nancyhitchcock9259]

Good job. However, I've found Most steps are not that deep & there's more than one step. May you please show how to safely navigate that scenario?

[@yourPTguy]

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll be aiming to put out some new videos covering additional aspects on stairs/steps soon. Keep an eye out 😊

[@ruthj.4845]

Thank you so much!

[@pathoulf1415]

Thank you so much.

[@yourPTguy]

You're welcome! Stay safe and independent 😊

[@loriturnbull1487]

What do you do if the entire walker doesn’t fit on the step?

[@dreams2xs]

That if it is 5 steps up tp the patio?

[@TerryM-dk3kr]

Informative video but how do you "conquer" homes with multiple steps. My home has 6 stairs to the front door.

[@yourPTguy]

Excellent question - Are you using a rollator or standard front wheeled-walker? Oftentimes rollators are just unsafe to navigate more than one step depending on their height and depth. There are some things that can be done with a standard front wheeled-rolling walker though. Oftentimes in the situation with a rollator, however, often times another individual helps carry the walker up and down while the person using the rollator uses a rail and or two rails or another device when going down and up. I've seen many people just have a walker for upstairs and downstairs as well, if that's possible.

[@TerryM-dk3kr]

@@yourPTguy I use front wheel at home and rollator or wheelchair to go out. I went for a 15 minute colonoscopy and couldn't stand up after the procedure.

[@margaretlewis8189]

I rear up to go up the stairs. Same as the second option. Coming down there’s a second option. Using your example, go down with the front wheels. Let up allowing room for the human. Back wheels are still on the step above. Grip the brakes! Step and then bring back wheels down. This avoid the back wheels bouncing and jarring the back…really helpful fresh off back surgery. Found this by trial and error.

[@CaroleFurniss-hw2ms]

I have a plastic door frame and step, do I lift it up and over?

[@Marieharraid]

What about multiple steps? Thanks

[@ercieberwick1513]

This was no help at all. What about multiple stairs that are also narrower?

[@kdcbattlecreek]

They don't advise using on multiple steps.

[@patriciasturm1290]

Dont be silly. You can't go up a FLIGHT of stairs. One step yes, not a flight

[@bmcc12]

I have great fear going down and disabled ramp. How can I avoid that?

[@mint-i7r]

can you use a rollator on grass ?

[@patriciasheridan7]

What about # of steps that are narrower?

[@teresacasten197]

Yes PT guy, please show me, like the other people’s comments, if there are multiple steps. Thanks so much for your help.

[@yourPTguy]

Hi there, multiple steps are very difficult with a rollator. Oftentimes another helper is needed to help carry the rollator up and down the multiple steps. If you're alone however, and able to have 2 walkers, some people keep one upstairs and one downstairs. If you're using a standard two-wheeled walker however, there are some other strategies to use which I'll be making some new videos on soon. 😊

[@m.taylor]

It would be great if there was an insert on these rollators to hold an umbrela during rainy days so one can stay dry during walks.

[@yourPTguy]

Yes! I've actually seen some people use the rollator cane attachment hook to place umbrellas in there but unfortunately, I don't think it would be able to be turned upward to actually hold the umbrella upright and open. Hmmm

[@martharoe9881]

I would like the free fall prevention guide but you don't show how to get

[@messymusings1812]

What about multiple steps? I have 5 steps to the porch, I have a rollator, thankfully it’s light so I end up carrying it up those 5 steps (after I’ve pulled the strap so it’s “folded”). A single step is nice, but that’s not what I have.

[@tenzinsaldon9944]

I need one, where can I get it in India?

[@SteelTreeGone]

I need a walker to walk, how to go up the stairs when I, outside without falling, near the bus top I have to go up and down bit steps myself. So I can go on the bus and home to get off … can’t do it

[@garyhodge3257]

Try getting up to a second floor apartment, one step is nothing

[@whispertread]

Won't work for me sadly as I am an amputee and only have one leg. When wearing a prosthetic leg I can climb steps as long as there's a handrail on at least one side of the steps and I have two walking sticks to steady me.

[@jeanb1846]

What if there are several steps to go up and come down?

[@DannaK247]

Mine doesn't have a bar in the front. I managed using it by applying safety logic. It's not that difficult at all.

[@lisacuster347]

My seat is open(to far) and I can't close the seat. There is no strap to close it with. No rod to twist or turn. There is s silver metal gadget on each end. that if pinched together, looks like it would go in the slots, one slot on each end. Don't no how to be pinching together metal gadgets and try to lower the seat at the same time. Hope you can help me. Thank you. 94 years old. Can't find the name of this walker. I do like the walker.

[@sophiajohnson8441]

Hi what if you have 5 steps to go up and down? Please show us how to do that. I do it backwards . I have bad Knees and one bad foot/ Leg nerve pain.

[@yourPTguy]

Hi there, I'm sorry your knees and foot are making it difficult for the steps! Unfortunately, multiple steps are very difficult with a rollator. Oftentimes another helper is needed to help carry the rollator up and down the multiple steps. If you're alone however, and able to have 2 walkers, some people keep one upstairs and one downstairs. If you're using a standard two-wheeled walker however, there are some other strategies to use which I'll be making some new videos on soon. 😊

[@sophiajohnson8441]

yes I have the 4 wheel rollator with seat. When I go outside I have 5 steps to go down and up to get outside by myself . . I go backwards@@yourPTguy

[@frederickwise5238]

How about "2 to X" number of steps that are standard 8" rise x 9" tread??? My porch has 4 such steps. Fortunately for me, I have a ramp at another door and I use it instead. But how about places without a ramp? I tried down my steps - ONCE. Holding the railing and ONE HANDLE of the walker, just letting it "do its thing" while I would step with strong leg, new grip on railing . repeat above as necessary. (a video would be good - maybe also without a railing)

[@Theshortyism]

How do you do multiple steps with a walker? One wide step is easy.

[@larrytestut4655]

I have a Rollator walker and that's how I do it

[@suziesmith5652]

This is not possible with this heavy walker. Pure junk that's why you never see them out and about...

[@carlthornton3076]

Very Good!... #22 ✝ {8-13-2023}

[@yobabe8344]

1 step excuse me

[@sharonzigman5312]

It sounds like no sense.

[@sharonzigman5312]

It soun😮D's like nonn😮sense

[@sharonzigman5312]

It sounds like nonsense

[@Cecelia-u1j]

Not very helpful at all. 1 little step. Who only has one step to contend with in the real world? Need a new pt person.

[@darylnahorny8326]

That's 1 step. I live in apt I have 6 steps up to building food 1 down to platform outside door and 1 down from there. Going in is 1 step up as in your video unlock for and one step up again then 6 steps down to my door and I'm on flat surface. Also how do I use it outside in winter when trying to get groceries at store 300 feet away in snow 6 to 12 inch deep and crossing large patches of ice

[@annviolet4727]

@darylnahorny Have your groceries delivered to your home if possible. Supermarkets do home delivery in Australia. Shopping online solves a lot of problems for disabled folk.

[@Gramma-Bambi-Lynn]

Thanks, very helpful!