How to Go Up and Down Stairs With a WALKER

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10 ай бұрын

Do you have to go up and down stairs? Do you use a walker? Is it even possible to go up and down stairs if you are using a walker?
In this video, you will learn two ways how to go up and down stairs with a walker.
Remember, stairs can be dangerous. Not everyone can go up and down stairs safely. Always have someone with you and be safe.
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@blogauthor3375 Ай бұрын

As others have asked, we need a video on using a rollator on stairs.

@ashleybbwqueen2937 5 ай бұрын

Without rails is hard and sometimes steps not big enough

@Jenncor11 5 ай бұрын

Looks like a good idea, however most people on a walker don't have the best balance or strength, and I can just see them falling from gravity coming down.

@kathlynsteinman3599 8 ай бұрын

Most of my same-aged friends use walkers with seats and 4 wheels Any advice for us?

@DarkShadowSociety 8 ай бұрын

you need a video of one that shows how to get up and down multiple steps when your using a bariatric rollator

@harlequinhead2008 10 ай бұрын

Great suggestions! Much appreciated!!!

@yourPTguy 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@m.taylor 3 ай бұрын

I just broke my leg and it is a struggle navigating stairs with a walker. I wish manufacturers put rubber feet that can be flipped down where the wheels are to make it stabler for clumbing stairs. I also developed chronic wrist/hand pain from using a walker or crutches.

@yourPTguy 3 ай бұрын

I love that idea! I hope some of the manufacturers see the comments from all of us. I hope your leg is getting better. Also, have you looked at an upright walker to allow the weight to be through your forearms and elbows rather than your wrists and hands? The upright walker won't be able to get up the stairs that's for sure, but for walking it may help. Your therapy professional could help determine the size and if it would be wise to use or not.

@m.taylor 3 ай бұрын

@@yourPTguy That is a great idea. I'll have to look into an upright walker. Thank you!

@jazzysam9590 10 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this tutorial. It will help me get up and down my stairs easier.

@yourPTguy 10 ай бұрын

You are so welcome! Stay safe and independent 😊

@kathleenardrey5094 10 ай бұрын

Thank you. I need to practice, since we now are on the seventh floor of a building. In case of emergency, I know I must get down. The reminder is "Up with the good(leg), and down with the bad !". The second way scares me. LOL. It may be better going downstairs, so I will try it and see. A little like "side-step" or "crab-step". peace

@yourPTguy 10 ай бұрын

Seventh floor?? Wow! That's a lot of exercise! I hope you have an elevator. If you have a second person to help, it's great just to hold onto the rail with two hands and go up and down sideways for safety. It's also a great way to strengthen our legs! Always stay safe and independent 😊

@dorothyking5319 10 ай бұрын

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@dorothyking5319 10 ай бұрын

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@dorothyking5319 10 ай бұрын

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@itsapat 10 ай бұрын

What if there are no railings.

@yourPTguy 10 ай бұрын

Great question! I'll try and put together a future video for that. Having no rails, no second person to help, and only having one walker is definitely a challenge.

@barbarawilliams67685 10 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@yourPTguy 10 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Stay safe and independent 😊

@anneliesed 7 ай бұрын

How then do you carry a four-wheeled rollator? I have MS and need to use a seated rollator. I have to walk up 9 steps to get into my apartment. I don't have help. How can I at least get it down the steps to leave for work. Moving is not an option right now.

@sharonhaas8503 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! 🙂

@yourPTguy 10 ай бұрын

You’re welcome 😊 Stay safe and independent!

@WandaBeasley-pi4hl 5 ай бұрын

Yessir beautiful i can go up stairs amazing i have never had problems with going up or down 🤣🤣🤣👍😁🤓🙏

@elizabethsimmerman9625 6 ай бұрын

I would be afraid to try this with the open back on those steps. My PT after a hip replacement said I could use the walker on the steps, but I did not attempt it because I was afraid of the wheels rolling.

@terrystevenson6449 2 ай бұрын

As someone who now uses a Walker and a cane for everyday . I’m wondering if when stairs are being made or built ? Can the newer one be made wide enough to rest the Walker on without the need of folding it or carry it on the arm ? Just wondering ?

@kell_checks_in 3 ай бұрын

1:23 Yell loudly "I'm OK. I don't need help!" at the guy who's running at you full speed ready to grab your walker to "help" you and risk sending you flying down the stairs...

@livingweirdestherc6644 10 ай бұрын

I have a rollater and stairs with no railings. What would you suggest?

@yourPTguy 10 ай бұрын

How many steps are there? Is there a wall on the side of the steps?

@livingweirdestherc6644 9 ай бұрын

@@yourPTguy no wall and 9 steps

@syn67501 5 ай бұрын

My porch doesn't have rails. 😢

@WandaBeasley-pi4hl 5 ай бұрын

Helpful ok i be holding on the rail for dear life 😂😂😂😂💪🤓🙏✅

@thadiousjtoad4822 10 ай бұрын

My walker has 4 wheels. What would you suggest I do ?

@yourPTguy 10 ай бұрын

When someone has a Rollator and stairs, the safest way to navigate stairs is to keep the rollator at the top, and if possible, have a second walker downstairs. Another strategy is to have someone help carry the Rollator up or down stairs while the other person is holding onto the rails navigating the stairs safely. Sometimes people cannot afford two walkers but often times, there are churches, thrift shops, VFW's, and other local places that have second hand walkers for either super cheap or even free at times for those in need.

@dollywilson3395 10 ай бұрын

sorry..this looks like an accident waiting to happen....at least if it was me doing it.

@yourPTguy 10 ай бұрын

Stairs are definitely dangerous. The best solution for most people is having a second person help with the walker and then using the rail with two hands. Unfortunately some people don't have the option to have a second person or multiple walkers at the top and bottom to use. Keep safe 😊