How to Adjust the Height on a Rollator Walker

A Rollator, or rolling walker, combines a traditional walker with wheels to increase mobility and control. Rollators come with hand brakes, a three- or four-wheeled design, variable wheel sizes and optional seat, shopping basket or oxygen-tank attachments. A key consideration in proper rollator use is the height of the handlebars. Proper height adjustments allow the user to maintain a comfortable posture as well as control of the walker. Height-adjustment methods vary depending on the manufacturer. Some clamp in place using compression, while others have holes through which a bolt is inserted.

Instructions

• 1

  Stand on a non-slip surface with the rollator directly in front of you. If you tire easily, ask for help and stand in front of a chair or couch so that you can rest while your helper makes adjustments.

• 2

  Have your helper unscrew the pins on both handles that allow the handlebars to slide up and down.

• 3

  Drop the handlebars to their lowest position.

• 4

  Grip the brakes to keep the walker stable and slowly lift the handlebars until the the crease of your wrist lays parallel to the handle. If you do not feel comfortable pulling on the handlebars without support, have your helper hold onto the walker to provide additional stability. This position should allow your arms to rest at a comfortable angle.

• 5

  Have you helper reinsert the screws that hold the handlebars in place. Adjust the handlebars up or down to find the nearest height-adjustment hole, if necessary.

• 6

  Walk around the room or up and down a hall to see if the rollator is at a comfortable height for you. You may want your helper to move the handlebars up or down by one height-adjustment hole to get the stability you need.