作者: Monique A. Nevin
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摘要: The present invention is a hemi-wheeled walker which particularly useful with respect to hemiplegics. Patients of this type generally have one strong side their body and relatively weak side. Many patients suffered from stroke. comprises an upright segment having lower base portion extending parallel the user, handle at upper thereof. adapted for low force movement across support surface when user supported on his gripping engagement patient requires additional he primarily by A stabilizing provided has least wheel point contact surface. maintains in orientation braces against pivotting direction towards segment. With arrangement, designed oppose or minimize falling side, would be tendency leg moving next position walking. surface, it not used as aid, highly desirable, hand may otherwise some difficulty lifting repositioning walker. It must appreciated that many are recovering can various stages recovery often lack confidence. aid reliable instill confidence patient.