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Old 07-26-2018, 04:58 AM
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My walker is probably the standard size but it's difficult to take some places especially when you're not sure of the layout or if there are stairs.

I have lost most of my balance and have to rely on my walker or my wheelchair if it's a questionable area or there's terrain that's not flat.

I have a very difficult time relying on another person to help me walk or stand . It's just not a steady source of something to hang on to and actually makes me even more unsteady. I hate to refuse the help of anybody but even someone holding my arm or hand just throws my balance off so bad I have to ask that they not touch me when I'm walking or standing. And I hate doing that but I have to....or fall! I'm always gracious about it and thank them for their efforts. I wish it could be different.

I was looking for a new walker and found that there are SO many different kinds available now. I must have spent an hour just looking at all the different kinds. And still didn't buy one! Too many choices is not a good thing for me.
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