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Altered stability
Ambulation aids (including walkers, crutches, and canes) are assistive devices that are used to help a person walk by providing extra support and stability.(1) This ATwiki article is designed as an introduction to ambulation aids, walkers specifically, but by no means represents an exhaustive description of current devices or clinical recommendations.
It has been estimated that more than 1.5 million people in the U.S. use walkers. However, researchers have estimated that 30% to 50% of patients abandon their ambulation aid soon after it is delivered to them.(6) This statistic reveals the criticality of an appropriate device selection, proper fit, and patient education and training.
There are number of reasons for which a person may use an ambulation aid.(1,2,3) These may include the following:
If he or she needs help compensating for:
Altered stability
It is important to select the proper type of ambulation aid in order to provide the best security, safety, and function while minimizing energy expenditure.