A rollator walker comes with wheels, hand brakes, and a built-in seat. That means more freedom to get around, but also a few techniques worth learning before you head out. This guide takes you through everything step by step, starting with the one skill that matters most: your brakes. In this article What Makes a Rollator Different The One Technique to Learn First — Your Brakes Slowing and Stopping Locking the Brakes Before You Sit Walking Technique Posture and Grip Stride Length Sitting on Your Rollator Safely Getting Over Thresholds and Kerbs Indoors vs Outdoors Finding the Right Rollator for...

Rollator skis (also called ski glides or walker skis) replace the rubber feet on the rear legs of a walking frame, letting you push the frame forward instead of lifting it with every step. It is a small accessory that makes a real difference if you find constant lifting tiring or hard on your joints. Below, we explain exactly how they work, who they suit, and the one situation where they are not the right fit. In this article What are rollator skis? How do ski glides work on a walking frame? Walking frame with skis vs standard rubber feet...

Picking between a 3-wheel and 4-wheel rollator shouldn't be this confusing. Both help you move with more confidence, but they suit different people. Getting the wrong one can make everyday life harder than it needs to be. This guide cuts through it so you can choose with confidence. Jump to a section: What is a rollator? 3-wheel rollators: who they suit 4-wheel rollators: who they suit Side-by-side comparison How to choose What Is a Rollator? A rollator is a wheeled walking frame with hand brakes. Unlike a standard walker you lift with each step, a rollator rolls with you. Less...