How to Properly Fit Your Rollator
Rollators are not One Size Fits All, and it is very important to choose a rollator that ts your
height.
Two things to consider are:
1) handle height for proper walking posture
2) seat height - which should allow you to sit safely and comfortably on the rollator with
your back resting on the backrest, your feet at on the ground and your legs at a 90
degree angle.
How to sit with a rollator
1. Lock the brakes by pushing down on the brake handles until it locks in the downward
position. Brakes must be on the lock position for the remainder of the sitting
2. Test the rollator before sitting down to make sure that it will not roll.
3. Use the handles to stabilize your body as you turn around.
4. Before sitting, touch the back of your legs to the edge of the seat to ensure proper
positioning of the rollator.
5. Holding the handles, slowly lower your body onto the seat.
DO NOT support your full body weight on the handles when attempting to sit down.
The rollator is intended for stationary seating only. If someone sits then pushes with their
feet, the walker could easily tip and cause a fall. The walker should not be used as a
wheelchair and it should never be pushed or rolled when someone is sitting on it.
How to stand with a rollator
1. Make sure the brakes are engaged in the downward position
2. Sit as comfortably on the edge of your seat
3. Keep your toes in line with the edge of your seat
4. Place both hands on the chair or one hand on the chair and one hand on the rollator
5. Never put all of your weight on the rollator, as it could make the rollator move
6. Lean forward until some of your body weight is on your feet
7. Use your legs to stand, your arms should only be lifting the weight your legs cannot
8. Do not move forward until you are certain about your balance
9. Unlock brakes and walk.
When Using as a Transport Chair
To Sit Down
1. Engage the rear wheel locks so that the wheels by pushing down on the brake handle
until the brake shoe presses rmly on the wheel and prevents the chair from rolling.
2. Flip back the backrest from the front to the rear position.
3. Flip the footrests into an upright position so that the user can stand between the
footrests with the back of their legs touching the seat upholstery.
3. From behind the chair assist the user by slowly lowering them into the chair.
4. Always be sure to use the seat belt when seated
To Rise from Seated Position
1. Engage the rear wheel locks so that the wheels by pushing down on the brake handle
until the brake shoe presses rmly on the wheel and prevents the chair from rolling.
2. Flip both footrests into an upright position.
3. Place both feet rmly on the ground and rise slowly from the chair with the assistance of
a care giver.
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