Learn how to use a walker (Zimmer frame) the right way to avoid falls and injuries.

Aug 15, 2023 · A walker can provide balance and improve mobility. Understand the different types of walkers and how to use them.

Using a walker may seem simple, but if you don't use it correctly, you may fall or end up hurting something else in the process like your back or shoulders. This video shows you how to use...

Nov 25, 2025 · In this guide, we’ll cover everything from setting up your walker to walking, turning, and even sitting down with it. We’ll also answer common questions about using walkers in different …

Put the walker in the correct position before you start to walk. Set the walker at arm's length in front of you, with all four legs on the floor. If your walker has wheels on the front legs, push the walker …

Rolling walkers provide improved mobility and independence for seniors. Learn how to use a walker with 2 wheels (or more), including tips for safety and accessibility.

Apr 1, 2025 · It is important to start walking soon after a leg injury or surgery. But you will need support while your leg is healing. A walker can give you support as you start to walk again.

Dec 17, 2025 · We explain how to adjust the walker to the correct height, how to use it, how to sit and stand safely with it, and share general safety dos and don’ts. Like with anything new, using a walker …

Aug 29, 2023 · Learning to use a walker correctly can take a fair amount of practice to get right. This article will provide the basics of using a walker including the different types, how to walk, how to sit …

A walking aid—a walker, crutches, or a cane—helps substitute for a decrease in strength, range of motion, joint stability, coordination, or endurance. It can also reduce the stress on a painful joint or limb.