Most people over the age of sixty-five live with two to four chronic health conditions today. Most diseases are managed without significant daily life changes. Then one day it happens, you feel dizzy when standing up or your legs or feet are weaker when walking. Something or things have changed and now our risk for falling is rising.
Active people like walkers to remain as independent while reducing their fall risk. Look for an adjustable walker. The frames are most of the lightweight materials for easy lifting and storing. In fact, many walkers fold with the touch of a button. See all the great options and attachments available online by clicking here.
In fact, walkers can be used at home as an extra hand while performing grooming, dressing, and many household tasks. Some prefer to use a walker for long-distance walking or standing as the perfect safety guard to prevent falls.
Credit For Caring aims to recover some of your personal time and energy with our care management tools and resources. We believe that preserving human dignity and independence rank as the highest human aspiration despite any physical limitations that beset us. Our healthcare team believes in proactive planning for life’s what if’s.