The Upright Walker - Is it SAFE?

The Upright Walker can be great for helping you improve your balance, mobility, and posture. But did you know that they can also be dangerous for some people?
In this video, you will learn about how the Upright Walker can help you improve your mobility and posture while avoiding some of the dangers that come along with using one.
0:00 - The Upright Walker
0:43 - What is the Upright Walker?
4:06 - How to Use it Safely
10:29 - Dangers to Avoid
10:35 - Beware of Walker Tipping
13:10 - Beware of Back Wheels
14:03 - Never Push Someone
15:19 - Use Brakes Wisely
16:24 - More Tips
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[@kell_checks_in]

UR seats also are a bit high for most women. Once again, men are the only fit models. Not cool. I still use mine, but I do have to make sure it's against a wall because it will usually rock back a couple of inches as I'm getting myself in to the seat. Otherwise, I'm quite happy with it. Note: I used a safety roller with forearm platforms for the last year and a half when I was working. It allowed me to keep my regular pension rather than going on disability. (I was a website admin and my job was 100% at a desk.) The workplace was extremely hostile. At one point, I even had a woman trying to push me through a doorway because she thought I was going too slowly walking with two canes. I had to invoke the ADA and fight like hell just to be able to use the safety roller in the workplace. (I was falling about once a week at that point due to hyperekplexia.) Yeah, I should have sued the pants off those people.

[@yourPTguy]

That's excellent to hear that you were able to keep working! I'm so glad you are keeping up your mobility and fighting to keep it.

[@DoctorSmartyPants]

I did purchase one of these to try out. Didn't work for me, as it is not designed for every body proportion. I have short legs and average length trunk with narrow shoulders. The problem is that the arm bars, while they adjust up and down, they have a fixed angle. So the higher up they are, the wider apart they are. When I adjust these bars to the right height, they are too far apart for me and cause me to go in a zig zag as I walk. So make sure you can return the equipment, as it just doesn't work for every body dimension, only "average" builds.

[@virginiarichards6872]

Thank you so much for this video. I was thinking about getting an upright for my posture, but wasn’t sure if it was right for me. Your explanation of how it works and its disadvantages let me see that it wasn’t what I needed. I just need to get a new rollator and have it adjusted PROPERLY to improve my posture! Thank you again for this video.

[@jeanettanorton5646]

I want one of these. Currently I have a rollerater. I am bent at my ruined hips . My forearm s are already leaning on the handles. But, I haven't found any that supports 350 pound and up. I'm 63 year old lady and I refuse to give up and quit going outside.😮

[@yourPTguy]

I love to hear your determination! You are an inspiration 🙂 Thank you for sharing

[@jackchisnall9316]

I use an upright walker but feel unstable laterally, when I was on crutches I could move one or other outward to give me more stability but can't with the walker.

[@user-uf6fp6pc4n]

I CURRENTLY HAVE A ROLLATER WALKER !! BUT IF I EVER NEED UPRIGHT WALKER I WANT ONE !!!!

[@samanthadan]

Hi. This is Samantha. I have the same walker. My ability to use it has shrunk. I am dependent on my power wheelchair. That has a power seat base.

[@DrCarlLadd]

I think a U-Step walker is much more stable than a typical 4 wheel rollator. I have one and I know when I need to graduate to the forearm extensions it will be very safe.

[@yourPTguy]

@DrCarlLadd , I completely agree! I love the U-Step walker! It's an excellent walker, especially for individuals with neurological challenges like Parkinsons. I'm glad you have are using the U-Step. Stay safe and independent. 🙂

[@DrCarlLadd]

@@yourPTguy I just found your video channel - I love it!

[@yourPTguy]

Thanks, @DrCarlLadd ! I'm so thankful it's providing valuable information, and maybe a little entertaining as well. I had a question for you about your U-Step walker. If you are US based, were you able to get the U-Step walker covered by some or all of insurance or did you need to buy it outright? Many of my clients want to get one but they feel tied up sometimes with waiting for insurance and sometimes they run into snags about coverage.

[@DrCarlLadd]

I had to pay for it out of pocket because my private insurance didn’t cover it. I don’t know about Medicare.

[@yourPTguy]

Thanks for the input. I do find that quite a lot. I'm planning on reaching out to the manufacturer soon to maybe talk more about how to go about showing better medical necessity to get some insurance coverage for people. They're definitely great walkers for sure. Thanks for sharing.

[@deanjagger1190]

Do they sell these in Canada?

[@yourPTguy]

I know it's found on Amazon at least.

[@shaybee6893]

Or if she's just too cute, lol! Too funny. Hey, do they make them with larger seats? I'm a plus size lady.

[@yourPTguy]

They do make them with larger seats. You can generally find them online if you search for terms that also include "heavy duty upright walker" or "bariatric upright walker." When you find the description, you can look at the different seat sizes and specifications.