Adjustable-Height Armrests
Padded armrests enable users of varying height to stand tall and look ahead with confidence and dignity.
Lockable Brakes
Ergonomic handbrakes are easy to use for better control, stopping and parking.
Comfortable Seat
Fabric seat with backrest support slides front to back for sitting or walking.Padded handles make transition between sitting and standing easier and safer.
Sit-To-Stand Handles
Padded handles make transition between sitting and standing easier and safer.
Multi-Terrain Wheels
Large 8-inch rubber wheels help to move smoothly over bumps and uneven surfaces.
Sturdy Foldable Frame
Stylish, lightweight 23-pound frame folds easily for transport and storage yet strong enough to support 300 pounds.
The revolutionary UPWalker® restores activity and independence for the elderly and mobility challenged.
The Original UPWalker designed for a healthier, safer and more dignified walking experience.
- Enables users to stand upright and look ahead with better support, greater dignity and confidence to walk farther and remain more active.
- Clinical studies revealed improved walking posture, safer, more stable feeling, and reduced pain in legs, back, hands and wrists.
- Helpful in treatment and mobility for people with Orthopedic, Cardiovascular, Neurological, Pulmonary and other health disorders.
- Stylish, easy-folding design, lightweight for transporting and storage.
- Simple armrest adjustment for the perfect height in seconds.
- Cushioned sit-to-stand handles ease transition to standing position.
- Standard accessories include drink holder, seat backrest, personal bag.
- Sturdy frame with user weight capacity up to 350 lbs (Large model).
Specs
Standard
Length: 33.5"
Width: 23.5"
Max. Height: 51.5"
Large
Length: 36"
Width: 25.5"
Max. Height: 57.5"
Armrest Height Range
Standard: 32.5" – 43.5"
Large: 36" - 49.5"
Seat Dimensions
Standard
Length: 18"
Width: 11"
Large
Length: 20"
Width: 16"
Standard
Length: 33.5"
Width: 10.5"
Height: 7.5"
Large
Length: 36"
Width: 10.5"
Height: 40"
User Height Range:
Standard: 4'7" - 5'10"
Large: 4.10" - 6.5"
Weight
Standard: 23.5 lbs
Large: 25.5 lbs
Weight Limit
Standard: 300 lbs
Large: 350 lbs
Wheel Size
Standard
Front Wheels: 8"
Back Wheels: 8"
Large
Front Wheels: 8"
Back Wheels: 8"
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FAQ's
How does the price of the UPWalker compare with other walkers/rollators?
The UPWalker’s price reflects the fact that it is a truly revolutionary mobility product designed and produced to be durable with quality workmanship and benefits not found in other walkers.
What is the UPWalker?
The UPWalker is a revolutionary new mobility product that enables users to walk upright in a safer, more secure posture as compared to traditional walkers and rollators that cause users to hunch over.
What are benefits of the UPWalker?
The UPWalker improves mobility and increases independence for the elderly and mobility challenged, including users with neurological, orthopedic, cardiovascular and other health disorders. According to clinical research, the unique design of the UPWalker reduces pain in the wrists, back and leg joints as compared to traditional walkers, and the upright position enables the user to walk farther with less effort.
How does the UPWalker restore dignity?
The UPWalker helps you to walk using upright posture, you are able to look straight at your friends and loved ones without being hunched over looking at the ground. You can even rest on the armrests in a standing position while having a conversation with others.
The UPWalker looks complicated. Is it easy to use?
The UPWalker was designed with user convenience in mind and arrives fully assembled with an easy-to-follow User Guide. After making a few initial set-up adjustments designed to personalize the UPWalker to your user preferences, using the UPWalker requires no more than a few steps to open and close and to use for walking or sitting. All tabs used for making adjustments are clearly defined in gray color.
The UPWalker is larger and heavier than traditional rollators and may not be suitable for smaller, frail elderly users or others lacking the strength to maneuver a larger mobility device.
Is any assembly required?
No, the UPWalker comes fully assembled with an easy-to-follow User Guide. It can be removed from the box, adjusted to your personal desire and used immediately.
Does the UPWalker include a seat?
Yes, a fabric seat that slides front to back for sitting or walking with long strides. Also comes with comfortable backrest support for sitting.
Does the UPWalker include a bag or basket?
Yes, the UPWalker comes standard with a personal item bag that attaches to the front of the frame. Also available as options are a Luxury Item Bag (with a zipper-close top) and a Shopping Bag (larger bag with carry handles for shopping.)
What are the sizes of those bags?
Standard Personal Item Bag is 13" wide x 6" deep x 10" high.
Luxury Personal Item Bag is 13" wide x 6" deep x 10" high.
Shopping Bag is 18" wide x 11" deep x 12" high.
What material(s) is the UPWalker made of?
The sturdy frame is made from aluminum alloy and other quality materials including composite plastic and polyurethane. Many of these materials are used in the automobile and aircraft industries.
What colors are available?
The UPWalker comes in graphite gray.
Are other colors available by special order?
Does the UPWalker come with brakes?
Yes, the brakes have comfortable ergonomic handles that stop the rear wheels. The brakes also function as a parking brake for sitting, or standing from seated position.
Does one brake stop both wheels?
No, they function independently and brake only one wheel each.
Does the UPWalker come with reverse brakes?
Does the UPWalker include parking brakes?
Is the UPWalker one size fits all, or is it adjustable?
The UPWalker has easily adjustable-height armrests, handholds that easily pivot for optimal wrist position, and armrests that extend or shorten for the length of your forearm. You only set these preferences once to personalize the unit just for you. The adjustable height armrests come with a “height memory stop” feature so you only set your armrest height once.
Does the height of the armrests adjust independently of each other?
What are the height ranges for UPWalker users?
The Standard UPWalker is 4'7" to 5'10" and the Large UPWalker is 4'10" to 6'5".
What is the maximum / minimum height of the armrests?
The heights for the armrests on the Standard UPWalker are 43.5" maximum and 32.5" minimum, and the heights for the armrests on the Large UPWalker are 49.5" maximum and 36" minimum.
How much can a user of the UPWalker weigh?
For the Standard UPWalker you can weigh up to 300 lbs., and for the Large UPWalker you can weigh up to 350 lbs.
How high off the ground are the sit-to-stand assist handles?
The sit-to-stand handles on the Standard UPWalker are 30" from the ground, the sit-to-stand handles on the Large UPWalker are 32" from the ground.
Do the wheels lock in place?
The rear wheels lock in place. The front wheels may be locked in place to keep the UPWalker going in a straight line.
Does the UPWalker come with safety reflectors so one can be more easily seen at night?
Yes, and you can order an optional attachable flashlight/taillight if used at night.
What are the benefits of the UPWalker?
The UPWalker enables you to walk with upright posture in a safer, more secure manner than with conventional walkers and rollators. Using the UPWalker gives you greater freedom and independence. The UPWalker has been shown in a research study to reduce back, wrist and lower limb pain and enable the user to walk farther with less effort.
Is the UPWalker safer than traditional walkers and rollators?
A research study found that users of the UPWalker felt safer and more secure than they did with a walker or rollator.
Will the UPWalker relieve my pain?
The UPWalker has been shown in a research study to unload body weight from the lower limbs and reduce back and lower limb pain as a result. The upright armrests also reduce pain in the wrists and hands that can occur with traditional walkers and rollators, especially if you have arthritis.
Is the UPWalker suitable for rehabilitation after surgery or injury?
Yes, physical therapists often encourage use of the UPWalker when assisted mobility is needed.
Which medical institutions use the UPWalker?
Many hospitals, rehabilitation facilities and physical therapists have found benefits with and use UPWalker products.
How much does the UPWalker weigh?
The Standard UPWalker weighs 23 lbs. and the Large UPWalker weighs 25.5 lbs.
What are the dimensions of the UPWalker?
The dimensions of the Standard UPWalker are 33.5" long (wheel base) x 23.5" wide (outside width), and the dimensions of the Large UPWalker are 36" long (wheel base) x 25.5" wide (outside width).
What is the inside width of the UPWalker?
The inside width of the Standard UPWalker is 17", and the inside width of the Large UPWalker is 19".
What is the narrowest door opening that the UPWalker can pass through?
The Standard UPWalker is 23.5" wide and will go through most doorways, and the Large UPWalker is 25.5" wide and will require wider doorways than the Standard unit.
What are the dimensions of the UPWalker when folded for storage?
The folded dimensions for the Standard UPWalker are 33.5" long x 10.5" wide x 37.5" high, and the folded dimensions of the Large UPWalker are 36" long x 10.5" wide x 40" high.
What are the dimensions of the seat?
The dimensions of the seat on the Standard UPWalker are 18" wide x 11" deep, and the seat dimensions on the Large UPWalker are 20" wide x 13" deep.
What is the height of the seat from the ground?
The height of the seat on the Standard UPWalker is 20" from the ground, and the height of the seat on the Large UPWalker is 21" from the ground.
How large are the wheels?
The wheel size on both of the standard and large UPWalkers is 8" in diameter.
What material are the wheels made of?
The wheels on both the standard and large UPWalkers are made of soft, high-quality TPR rubber (not inflated).
What material are the armrests and handles made of?
The armrests on both the standard and large UPWalkers are made of a comfortable, foam polyurethane material that is easy to clean.
What are the dimensions of the box?
The dimensions of the box for the Standard UPWalker are 30" long x 9.5" wide x 40" high, and the dimensions of the box for the Large UPWalker are 32" long x 10.0" wide x 42.5" high.
What is the shipping weight?
The shipping rate for the Standard UPWalker is 33 lbs., and the shipping weight for the Large UPWalker is 36 lbs.
Can I transport the UPWalker in my car?
Yes, the UPWalker folds easily for storage and transport. It fits in the trunk or back seat of most cars.
Will it fit in my car?
We have found that the UPWalker fits in most cars, unless it is a very small compact car trunk. You can measure the inside of your trunk to be certain. Some people find it easier to place the UPWalker in the back seat of their four door car.
Can I use the UPWalker in my home?
The UPWalker is designed for everyday use in the home or living facility. It will go through standard sized doorways and is easy to maneuver on a variety of surfaces. The UPWalker includes numerous features that make its use indoors comfortable, convenient and safe. The standard and large UPWalkers are longer and heavier than traditional rollators, however, and may not be suitable for use in some multi-level homes, small living quarters such as mobile homes and apartments.
Can I use the UPWalker outdoors?
The UPWalker works very well outdoors. With 8 inch wheels, a sturdy frame and reliable handbrakes, the UPWalker can be used safely on a variety of walking surfaces. The UPWalker includes a seat with backrest, personal item bag and beverage holder that will make your outdoor walking experience convenient and comfortable.
Is the UPWalker designed for user comfort?
The UPWalker is ergonomically designed for user comfort. The UPWalker can be adjusted in several ways to personalize it to the user’s size and preferences. Soft materials are used in the armrests and handholds for user comfort.
Does Medicare cover the UPWalker?
The UPWalker is sold as a cash pay product. You would need to check with your insurance provider to pursue reimbursement.
Will my private insurance cover the UPWalker?
The UPWalker is sold as a cash pay product. You would need to check with your insurance provider to pursue reimbursement.
Can this be covered under my Flexible Spending or HSA account?
We suggest you speak with the administrator of your plan to determine coverage, but medically necessary items are typically covered.
Can the UPWalker be prescribed by my doctor?
Yes, your doctor can prescribe the UPWalker as medically necessary depending upon your diagnosis.
Is the UPWalker FDA approved?
The UPWalker is a Class I device registered with the FDA. FDA approval is not required.
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To start a return, you can contact us at support@mediriser.com
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