FRAMES / WALKING

FRAMES
 FRAMES WALKING FRAMES
 The commonest type is lightweight frame with four feet which
may be adjustable in height having greater stability.
 The patient lifts the frame forward, then leans on it and takes
two steps.
 Patient should take even steps, keeping the frame well forward.
 A bag can be attached to front of frame to carry small items.
 Typically made of aluminium with moulded vinyl handgrip &
rubber tips
 Adjustable adult size
32-37inches (81-92cms)
RECIPROCAL FRAMES
 Identical with standard frame
 Each side of the frame can be moved forward
 Swivel joints between horizontal and vertical tubes
ROLLATOR FRAMES
 Two small wheels at front and two legs without wheels at
back or one wheel at each leg
 No need for lifting the whole device
 Care to be taken for elderly patients

 Best suited for children

ATAXIC PATIENT WHO ARE TOO UNSTEADY TO LIFT A
FRAME MAY BE ABLE TO USE ?
Other Variants of Walking Frame

Gutter Pulpit
 GUTTER FRAME
 This Wheeled Gutter Frame lined with foam and plastic
for comfort and prevention of pressure sores. The
handles are adjustable for both length and angle.

STURDY WHEELED WALKING FRAME

FOR INDOOR MOBILITY TRAINING
AND REHABILITATION. DESIGNED
FOR USERS WHO REQUIRE THE
ABILITY TO WEIGHT BEAR
THROUGH THE FOREARMS.
 STANDARD WHEELED PULPIT FRAMES
THESE FRAMES ARE BASICALLY THE SAME AS
STANDARD PULPIT FRAMES BUT INSTEAD OF
FERRULES THEY HAVE SMALL WHEELS ON THE
FRONT LEGS. IT MAY BE POSSIBLE TO EXCHANGE,
THE FERRULES ON A NON-MOBILE FRAME FOR
WHEELED EXTENSIONS.
Safety

 Physical
therapist must check the safety
throughout the treatment.
 Teachthe patient about usage and
maintenance of walking aids.
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