What is a Kaye walker?

What is a Kaye walker?

The Kaye WalkerTM (Posture Control Walker) is designed to make walking less energy consuming whilst improving postural alignment. It has an open front end and this barrier-free design helps to improve the user’s social development and interaction with others.

How much does a Kaye walker weigh?

Features and Specifications

What is a reverse walker?

Posterior or Reverse Walkers are placed behind the user. Weight bearing is down through the arms and hand placement is more to the sides than forward. The user pulls the walker forward.

Why would you choose a posterior walker over an anterior one?

Gait analysis data and oxygen consumption measurements indicated that the posterior walker has more advantages in terms of upright positioning and energy conservation than the anterior walker.

How do you adjust Kaye walker?

WALKER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Adjust the height of the walker so that the top, rear bar is aligned with the middle of the user’s buttocks. To do this, press the snap buttons on each leg and slide the leg up or down as needed.

What is the difference between a walker and a gait trainer?

Whereas a pediatric walker is used when a child is already able to bear weight and take steps, and thus merely uses the walker for balance support, a gait trainer like the Pacer is used when child needs to learn to walk, to improve walking ability, develop weight-bearing strength, and develop a healthier gait.

What is a posterior walker?

Drive Nimbo Posterior Walkers are walking devices that pull the user from behind, also known as a gait trainer. Posterior walkers balance the user’s body mass within the base of the support for increased stability and security.

What is a platform walker?

Platform walkers are walkers with platform arm supports designed for use by individuals who have mobility, walking, balance, or neurological disabilities. Platform walkers are height adjustable and have a padded platform with torso cut-out and adjustable lateral handgrips.

Why do kids use posterior walkers?

Also known as reverse walkers, posterior walkers improve pelvic tilt and stability, encouraging a healthier, more upright posture than anterior walkers. They require less exertion of the knee, hip, and trunk and don’t take as much energy.

How do you unfold a Kaye walker?

To unfold the walker, rest it on its side so that it resembles a ‘C’ on the floor. Hold the joint in front of the handgrip and the end of the back leg tube and pull these points apart and the walker will begin to open up.

How do you fold a posterior walker?

To fold the Nimbo, face it from the open end, depress the push pins, tilt walker so that it rests on its rear legs only and push the front legs toward the rear legs.

Why would a baby need a gait trainer?

Gait trainers are assistive devices similar to walkers, but have enough support to help children who may not be able to stand or walk without assistance. This allows children to achieve independent walking so that they can explore their environment without dependence on someone else.