Description
The Vive Health Walker Forearm Platform with Comfort Pad transforms your walker into a more ergonomic mobility aid by redistributing weight from your hands to your forearms and elbows. Designed from durable steel and topped with a resilient foam cushion, this platform relieves pressure, reduces hand fatigue, and enables one-handed operation while securing the opposite arm. Fully height-adjustable and weighing under 4 lbs, it installs easily on most rolling walkers for indoor or outdoor use. Enhance stability, comfort, and independence with this quick-attach, low-profile accessory. Shop now to upgrade the mobility and comfort!
FEATURES
- Ergonomic Support: Cushioned pad relieves wrist and hand strain by transferring load to forearms.
- Durable Steel Frame: 40 × 17 × 7 Inches platform supports up to 300 lbs without flexing.
- Quick-Attach Clamps: No-tool installation secures platform to walker uprights in seconds.
- Lightweight Design: At just 3.25 lbs, it adds minimal weight for easy handling and transport.
- Comfort Foam Padding: Cushioned with resilient foam for long-lasting comfort and support while operating the walker.
FAQs
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Can I use the forearm platform on both indoor and outdoor walkers?
Yes, the forearm platform features a durable design suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. -
How do I adjust the height?
Loosen the wing nuts, slide the platform to the desired height, then retighten securely. -
Can I use it outdoors?
Absolutely, steel frame and powder-coat finish resist weather for reliable outdoor use.
Specifications
- Brand: Vive Health
- Dimensions: 40 x 17 x 7 Inches
- Material: Steel
- Weight: 3.25 Lbs
- Weight Capacity: 300 Lbs
- Latex-Free: Yes
- Quantity: 1
Additional Info
BENEFITS
- Reduced Hand Fatigue: Shifts support to forearms, cutting grip strain by up to 60 %.
- Improved Posture: Encourages an upright stance by aligning the elbow and shoulder.
- Greater Independence: One-handed operation frees the other arm for daily tasks.
- Enhanced Stability: Broad platform and secure clamp minimize wobble and slipping.
- Energy Conservation: Less upper-body exertion means longer, more comfortable outings.
USAGE GUIDELINES
- Initial Setup: Clean walker uprights, attach clamps at elbow-height, tighten wing nuts firmly.
- Proper Positioning: Pad should rest just below the elbow crease—adjust until comfortable.
- Gait Technique: Use standard walker gait, advance walker, then step—keep weight on forearm pad, not hands.
- Pre-Use Inspection: Check clamps, pad, and frame for wear or looseness before each use.
CARE INSTRUCTIONS
- Foam Pad Care: Remove and air-dry the padding weekly, and replace the pad if the foam loses resilience.
- Clamp Maintenance: Clean threads and wing nuts monthly, apply a drop of silicone lubricant if stiff.
- Storage: Store indoors in a dry environment to prevent rust and pad mildew.
- Annual Inspection: Examine welds and pad integrity, and retire the platform if structural damage is found.