Easy Maintenance Tips for Your Assistive Device

jjue August 18th, 2010, 12:54 PM
Jeffrey Jue, PT, Rehabilitation Consultant
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Many people are able to stay active outdoors with the assistance of canes, walkers, rollators and wheelchairs. However these devices are a safety hazard when certain parts start wearing out. Please take a moment to check the condition of your assistive device before going outdoors.

Brakes

Wheelchairs and rollators with worn brakes are a safety hazard. Your local surgical supply store or medical supply vendor can assist with repairing or replacing worn brakes.

Rollator

Rollator Brake

Rubber Tips

Walkers and canes have rubber tips that provides traction and absorbs impact. Over time these tips can become worn and need to be replaced. Replacement tips can either be purchased online or at a local surgical supply store.

Stay safe and strong.

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