Although most standard medical walkers are extremely lightweight compared to most mobility products, there are many reasons why a customer might require an ultra lightweight walker.
Medical walkers are often used together with other mobility products such as a mobility scooter or electric wheelchair. For example, a customer who can walk short distances with support may want to travel longer distances in a wheelchair, but bring along a walker to use indoors or at their final destination. For such users, getting a super lightweight walker makes it possible to bring it along as a second mobility option.
Another reason users may often require a very light walker is because of their limited mobility levels, as indicated by their use of a medical walker, which is the most stable form of walking aids and is designed to be used by individuals who require a lot of help walking. For these users, a super lightweight walker can definitely be a large advantage in helping them remain independent despite their limitations.
Below, we’ve chosen some of the most lightweight medical walker options available and compared their pricing and basic features. Keep in mind that despite their low product weights, all of these walkers are manufactured with all the standard safety guidelines and provide reliable support for patients who weigh up to 300 lbs or more, depending on the model. In fact, the Adult Heavy-Duty Two-Button Folding Walker shown below weighs only 7 lbs, but provides stability to users up to 400 lbs!
PRODUCT NAME | ITEM NUMBER | WEIGHT | FOLDING | WHEELS | PRICE |
Stand Assist UpRise Onyx Folding Walker | 700175CR | 5.5 lbs | Single Release | None | $49.00 |
Two-Button Folding Walker | MDS864104 | 6 lbs | 2-Button | None | $32.84 |
Deluxe Two-Button Folding Walker | 10200-1 | 6 lbs | 2-Button | None | $41.65 |
Two-Button Folding Universal Walker | 10253-1 | 7 lbs | 2-Button | 5″ | $47.95 |
Trigger Release Folding Walker | 10226-1 | 7 lbs | Trigger Release | 5″ | $49.19 |
Adult Heavy-Duty Two-Button Folding Walker | G07767 | 7 lbs | 2-Button | None | $57.60 |
*Note: measurements shown above are approximate