Tripods and quadrupods are available in narrow and wide based versions, the wide base offering greater stability. All can be used right or left-handed; the handgrip can be rotated through 180 degrees so that the spread of the base is away from the user. If you are experiencing difficulties whilst walking, you feel insecure, or you have fallen, you are advised to see your GP initially. There may be an undiagnosed reason for your mobility problems. If there is, it is important that any illness, whether temporary or longer-term, is identified and treated where possible. Your GP will be able to refer you for a physiotherapy assessment if required, or you can organise a private assessment for yourself.

Your gait - the manner in which you walk. How is your balance, your strength and ability to weight-bear?These are wheeled walkers in which you stand and face outwards. The cross rails of the walker are therefore behind you as you move forwards.

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The caddy enables a patient to carry most items safely and more independently, without being reliant upon carers. The Caddy has one large and one small compartment to allow the user to separate items such as glasses, keys, medication etc.

These are also called 'gutter frames' and have forearm troughs or gutters which allow you to bear weight through your forearms rather than your hands. Thus gutter frames may be considered if you have arthritis in your hands or have broken your hand or wrist. aidingyour walking pattern in terms of speed and evenness of stride. The equipment may also help maintain an upright body posture HandgripsMost standard walking frames have either moulded plastic or foam rubber handgrips. However, someone with weak or painful hands or wrists will find it uncomfortable to push down on these. Alternatives are available. A few mobile frames are available with contoured, anatomically shaped handgrips which are designed to spread the weight over a wider area of the palm. Walking equipment should not be used in wet floor areas. If you need to access a wet room or shower area, ask the advice of an occupational therapist. You may be able to install grab rails.One large and one small compartment to allow you to separate items such as glasses, keys and medication

You may find this an easy mechanism to operate, but these frames are not as compact when folded as those with other folding mechanisms.If you are using axilla crutches, do not lean on the underarm pad as this may interrupt the blood flow and put pressure on important nerves that run through the armpit. The handgrips should be positioned so that the elbows are slightly flexed.