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In ambulatory devices less is more. You want the most minimal ways to accomplish the ability. So a walking stick or cane may be the solution as minimalistic. However, that is not always the solution the issue may require more stability. The next step up is a quad cane, then a folding walker and/or a folding Rollator. _________________________ | |||
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For what it's worth. My dad's Parkinson's Dr has told him repeatedly that all a cane does is warn others to give way. Not that we can get him to consistently use a cane or walker with any regularity. Very frustrating as I'm sure a fall is going to be the his demise. | |||
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My Mom was having fall issues and it was determined that she had been over prescribed blood pressure medication. When she would stand up she would become dizzy and thus the fall. Please review your meds if you or a loved one are having issues. | |||
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Sorry to hear about this situation,I have dealt with this when we took in my late wife's aunt. We went thru hell,She had canes and walkers.She wore us out and mostly refused both kinds of walker.there was a touch of alsimers and meanness I really wish you the best in your situation. | |||
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Perhaps that's all that ONE cane does, but I shoot with a guy who has drop foot in both feet and he uses 2 canes to get around and has for at least the 10 years I've known him. Works great for him. | |||
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Your dad's doctor is a moron. The larger the ambulatory device the more likely to trip over it. _________________________ | |||
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If they can afford it, there are a number of awesome independent care adult facilities. One advantage is the facilities know the ins and outs of medicare. I've been absolutely amazed at what my mother in law gets basically for free. She gets OT and PT as needed. And they come to her apartment. Perhaps check with your dad's primary care provider and see if they can refer him for OT or PT. That's the best way to determine what will work best - cane or walker. Like other have mentioned, if he goes with a walker, get an upgraded rollator walker that has a seat. My mom used a Drive Nitro Euro style and I've always thought that was one of the best I've seen. Speak softly and carry a | |||
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I can attest to the value of the iPhone for fall detection. I have gone down 3 times, once in the wood shop when I tripped over an air hose, once in the drive way and the third on a wood bridge/walkway that had ice on it. All 3 times the watch alerted me and asked me if I was okay. When responded yes the app paused. Worth every penny for that feature alone. | |||
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You mean the Apple Watch for fall detection, ¿si? הרחפת שלי מלאה בצלופחים | |||
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I vote wheel chair until he is no longer a fall risk. Physical therapy dailey until muscles and motility get much better. You don't want a broken hip at this stage. Safety, Situational Awareness and proficiency. Neck Ties, Hats and ammo brass, Never ,ever touch'em w/o asking first | |||
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I have drop foot in my left ankle, due to a sciatic nerve stenosis at the spine. If he doesn't have them already, suggest to him to get his doctor to prescribe AFOs (ankle and foot orthotic). It is a simple device that acts like a spring to pick up the front of the foot while walking, and virtually eliminates tripping. The bottom half is a piece of thin carbon fiber that slips under the removable footbed in the shoe. The top half is a cuff that wraps around the rear of the upper calf, and the two are connected by high tech plastic rods that are preloaded in a closed position. Just putting it on extends the plastic rods so their natural action is to close, and lift the front of the foot up. I use the AFO (have for 6 years now), and a regular cane, because the left leg is overall weak. I also find that on uneven terrain, a walking/hiking stick works better than the cane. When in doubt, mumble | |||
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Thanks but he knows what they are and wore them for awhile but he says he can't drive with them, so he quit wearing them. Mrs. Flash also has drop foot in her right foot and wears an AFO daily but doesn't use a cane but probably should. | |||
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Another point, the 2 wheel walker is safer and more fall resistant than the 4 wheel. "Among a people generally corrupt, liberty cannot long exist." Edmund Burke | |||
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Sorry to hear about your dad. To quote my grandmother, “We’re all gonna get there if we live long enough”. Look up walking rollinators. I have bought several over the years and donated for patients that plain ol’ did not want to be considered handicapped or “look decrepit” to use their term. But it has a built in seat where you can sit down when tired or just need a break. Look for one with good hand brakes that lock, so the chair doesn’t roll when he sits. My patients loved them there is usually a basket, or storage area under the seat where they can tote things and still hold on to something for support. It doesn’t seem so bad if it’s more like a useful tool. | |||
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I can see how it could be a problem with the accelerator. Mine is on the clutch leg, so it doesn't limit my driving. When in doubt, mumble | |||
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