Wheeled Knee Walker

I'm looking for a device that is similar to a walker, with a sling type thing for your knee to keep weight off the ankle. Does anyone know what I'm talking about, if there is a correct term for it and where (website) I can find one? My mom recently broke her ankle and has to stay off for 6 weeks. The wheel chair is cumbersome and she's having a hard time with crutches. Any suggestions would be great!! Thanks so much!

Here's an example of one:

The Roll-A-Bout walker is a new medical device designed for everyone who has an injury below the knee. The injury could be a broken lower leg, ankle, or foot; an achilles tendon injury; amputation; or ulcers of the foot or leg. Replacing crutches, the Roll-A-Bout is designed for convenience as well as comfort and stability and folds easily for transporting and storage.

http://store.grandviewmedical.com/rollab outsale.html

2007-01-29 18:14:39 by farmersdaughter

The Invacare 4 Wheel Knee Walker with Basket is a stable based, 4 wheeled design features easy-to-operate ergonomic hand brakes, comfortable knee ...

I lost my both legs below the knee about two years ago and I took my driving test for my liscense and passed with flying colors. I use no dual controls on my vehicle. I use my right leg to drive using the gas and brake. Takes alot of practice but you can do it because I did it. You people out there don't stay in your wheel chairs because you can walk again if you really try and don't give up the ship. I walk with two artifical legs below the knee without a cane or walker.

you are correct yes it is posible and legal,
some people just think is the end and you know the rest

2007-04-04 03:17:10 by man on the moon

Price: $0.00 $299.00

Large Storage Basket
Seat & Handle Height Adjustable
Locking Handle Brakes

I broke my ankle years ago. I have a plate and 3 screws in it. I limp all the time now and can't afford to see an orthopedic surgeon. I want an affordable walking aid, but not crutches or an actual walker. Any ideas?

they have some canes at walmart for about 16$... some are very colapsable and some are even cute. good luck though finding what you are looking for, and take care.

2008-04-28 14:12:39 by Corinna A

Price: $719.90 $389.50

Lifetime limited warranty on frame
30% turning radius
First unit with loop hand brakes

I have severe arthritis in both knees & back, I can't exercise like normal people that can jump around & walk & run. I have to use a walker or wheel chair, when I walk I can walk for just a few steps & have to sit down again the pain is so bad. I take celebrex for it every day. I heard pools are a good way to get exercise but there its out of the question as I am on a limited budget & the pool fees cost way too much, any suggestions on how I can exercise every day & try to keep fit like I used to be? I would appriciate any suggestions.

Pick up an exercise DVD or tape. There's a few different ones out that are called sit and be fit. You can sit on your chair and do different exercises every other day to keep your muscles moving. That would be the best thing for you. You can even search out some sites on the Internet since you have a computer. Theres alot of information on all type of ideas...

2007-01-26 19:13:44 by YAWN

Boston Celtics forward Paul Pierce is downplaying the way his teammates carried him off the court, and his use of a wheelchair to get to the locker room after he allegedly suffered a knee sprain in Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the Los Angeles Lakers.

According to Pierce, he always uses a wheelchair to get around, and this was no different. “You see guys all the time riding Segways around their houses, and on the streets and stuff. Well, I have my own version of a Segway – a wheelchair.”

During the third quarter of Game 1, Pierce went down in a heap, holding his knee in what appeared to be agonizing pain. He had to be lifted off the floor by teammates and trainers, who carried him over to the bench.

Eventually, Pierce was put into a wheelchair and rolled back to the training room. Just minutes later, he returned, with seemingly no ill effects. Skeptics came out of the woodwork almost immediately, and Pierce has had to defend himself against allegations of exaggerating the seriousness of the injury for dramatic effect.

Pierce continued that campaign by insisting that he regularly uses a wheelchair, and that teammates often carry him around.

“It reduces the chances of some silly injury. And besides, I really don’t like to walk too much,” said the former Kansas Jayhawk. “Before practice, after practice – my teammates are usually nice enough to carry me on and off the court. I take my wheelchair with me from home, and when I drive to practice and games, I just wheel myself into the locker room. From there, four or five guys carry me out to the floor.”

Pierce went so far as to claim that he has been using the wheelchair for about two years as an extra measure to keep him healthy and ready to play. Teammate Kevin Garnett says Pierce is a pro with the wheelchair.

“Oh yeah, he’s got some moves on that thing,” the Big Ticket said. “He can do jumps, wheelies and some other cool tricks. Paul has really mastered that thing.”

lol funny article...it explains why paula pierce is a fat shjt

2009-02-03 20:31:00 by king_james_number_6