Mobility Aids reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 204 Reddit reviews across 28 subreddits and 77 posts to rank the best Mobility Aids brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/POTS, r/Fibromyalgia, r/ehlersdanlos, r/disability, r/cfs. Top-rated brands include Rollator (4.6/5), Cane (4.4/5), Wheelchair (4.4/5).
Stats
Reviews204
Subreddits28
Posts77
Brands95
Products18
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#1
Rollator
4.6
(40)
"I highly recommend a rollator with a comfortable seat (preferably something you can fold up to take with you anywhere)."
"I also have a rollator for just shorter outings."
"Rollator!!! Helps especially with trips and grocery store."
"I use a rollator but recently got a wheelchair which has been so helpful."
"If you also have POTS, usually my go-to for that is a rollator + compression leggings."
"I use a rollator for longer distances and it helps with my back pain a lot more than a cane or crutches."
"I use a rollator with a seat which works well for that."
"I use my rollator on bike paths along the river."
"I also have a Rollator for use when I know I will be out walking around for a while."
"I think you need to stop looking at your rollator as something that makes you 'different'."
#2
Cane
4.4
(26)
"The cane helps just take a bit of pressure off of my lower body."
"I use a cane everyday, and it changed my life completely for the better."
"Yes! my cane helps me enjoy life so much more"
"I use a cane if I’m going to be walking a decent amount."
"I use a cane for chronic dizziness and vertigo along with balance issues."
"My cane gives me freedom. If you think you need a mobility device, get one."
"I’m definitely going to get a cane because I have to walk over stuff."
"I use a cane on super bad pain days."
"Mobility aids are life savers, and I'm super glad you've started using one."
"I have a nice one, a black and silver cane I got from Fashionable Canes."
#3
Wheelchair
4.4
(14)
"My wheelchair absolutely changed my life. i can go out again without worrying about being bedbound."
"I have a wheelchair for difficult times, so that I can still participate in events with friends."
"We use a wheelchair for long distances or when he’s recovering from a procedure."
"But why not a wheelchair? I could walk for maybe 10 minutes when I first got a wheelchair."
"I skipped a cane and walker and went straight to a wheelchair with a power add on."
"I use a wheelchair because I am housebound without."
"I'd like to point out that there is a difference between wheelchairs and transport chairs."
"I have a wheelchair for difficult times, so that I can still participate in events with friends."
"I used to use wheelchairs when things were getting really bad."
"Honestly, a wheelchair might be the best option."
#4
Forearm Crutches
4.8
(6)
"I'd recommend looking into them :) Best wishes on finding something that works for you"
"I like the forarm crutches can support your body letting you move Easy."
"Get a nice pair of forearm crutches."
"I got myself a set of forearm crutches and they help so so so so much."
"I got further consultation and my doctor prescribed me with forearm crutches."
"I just got forearm crutches because I have trouble standing up and/or walking."
#5
Walker
4.3
(6)
"I have a cane, crutches, walker and electric wheelchair. I use them when I need them."
"Get a walker with a seat. It helps so much to not be standing 100% of the time."
"I prefer and recommend a walker"
"I would go with a walker so you put the weight evenly through arms."
"There’s a company that makes a Walker called the Scandinavian butler."
"I love my walker for days I feel I can walk but need the security of always having a seat available!"
#6
Walking Stick
4.0
(5)
"I've found that it reduces the pain in my leg because of the support it offers."
"Everyone loves a good walking stick"
"I got my first walking stick from Amazon just to see if it helped."
"The walking sticks have saved me from a couple falls"
"Having that third point of contact with the ground helps so much."
#7
Electric Wheelchair
4.8
(4)
"I finally gave up and bought an electric wheelchair for most all walking."
"I finally broke down and bought an electric wheelchair in November."
"I use an electric wheelchair now and it’s AMAZING!"
"Electric wheelchair user here, primarily for fatigue."
#8
Trekking Poles
4.3
(4)
"I use trekking poles. Different tips for different surfaces."
"I have a neurological disorder where I struggle with balance and I use walking sticks/trekking poles to get around."
"I'm always surprised how much more they help than my cane does."
"Instead of a cane, perhaps trekking poles or a hiking stick/staff since they are better in dirt and sand."
#9
Drive Medical
5.0
(3)
"Amazon carries a 23" wide wheelchair with a 16" seat, called "Drive Medical Blue Streak Wheelchair with Flip Back Desk Arms, Swing Away Footrests, 16 Inch Seat""
"Big fan of my outdoor rollator (drive medical rtl10266 Nitro)."
"I LOVE my drive nitro rollator. So much. I needed it for weight bearing and steadiness sometimes, but I didn’t even realize how much I struggled with waiting in line standing still until I got this thing and suddenly sitting was possible."
#10
SmartCrutch
4.0
(3)
"Here! I use a SmartCrutch."
"Smartcrutch and rollz motion rollator"
"I like smart crutches"
#11
Occupational Therapy
5.0
(2)
"I highly recommend seeing an OT. Mobility aids are their things."
"I would highly recommend having a consult with an occupational therapist."
#12
Crutches
5.0
(2)
"I got myself crutches because on some days I really need it to not fall over."
"Personally i use crutches as it allows for me to go further."
#13
Rollator Walker
4.5
(2)
"Honestly, a rollator walker is better than a cane. More stability from side to side and an instant seat."
"I use a Rollator Walker in my home."
#14
Knee Scooter
4.5
(2)
"Knee scooter. This saves my life when travelling or when doing an activity where I’ll be on my feet all day."
"Currently loving a knee scooter after my doctor gave me crutches."
#15
Walker with Seat
4.5
(2)
"My kid uses one of those walkers with a seat."
"I like my cane a lot, but something you might want to look into is a walker?"
#16
Walking Cane
4.0
(2)
"Got a walking cane 2 years ago still mad at myself for not buying one sooner."
"I have recently started using a walking cane to help with stability."
#17
Knee Brace
4.0
(2)
"I personally use a knee brace for sports, and a simple sleeve on bad days."
"Use knee braces that are tight but only use them for limited situations."
#18
Batec
3.0
(2)
"Powerful, but all of their models say they should not be used below freezing."
"Have some bigger attachments (with bigger batteries) that may work for."
#19
Walking Sticks
5.0
(1)
"Using mobility aids is definitely valid and allowed if they help you."
#20
Compression Socks
5.0
(1)
"I go to concerts and bring compression socks, a back brace, and knee sleeves."
#21
Sacroiliac Belt
5.0
(1)
"This is the best I’ve ever used."
#22
Zippy2 Pediatric Wheelchair
5.0
(1)
"Now uses a Zippy2 pediatric wheelchair. Insurance covered the cost 100%."
#23
Nifty Cane
5.0
(1)
"Preferably a nifty one."
#24
Neoprene Braces
5.0
(1)
"I have neoprene braces for calf and knee that I love."
#25
Cane, Crutches, Forearm Crutches
5.0
(1)
"I use a cane daily and it helps SO much."
#26
Service Dog
5.0
(1)
"My Service Dog... is in training for mobility assistance."
#27
NOVA Medical Products
5.0
(1)
"I found this Nova wheelchair at a thrift shop and it is narrower than the transport chair I picked up at a drug store years ago."
#28
AFO
5.0
(1)
"They are life changing."
#29
Lofstrand Crutches
5.0
(1)
"I really really love them, especially for times when I need to stand for a while."
#30
Electric Tricycle/Mobility Scooter
5.0
(1)
"I highly recommend."
#31
Carbon Fiber AFOs
5.0
(1)
"I use carbon fiber afo’s and a fabtech for post traumatic arthritis of the ankle."
#32
Scooter
5.0
(1)
"I use a scooter for it. It really helps me go out when I'm feeling weak."
#33
Postier Walker
5.0
(1)
"Has your team discussed a postier walker as an option?"
#34
Folding Powerchair
5.0
(1)
"I have a folding powerchair. I love it!"
#35
Cane Seat
5.0
(1)
"What I use and love is a cane seat or a “seat stick”. It’s a cane as well as a seat and it folds up."
#36
Cane with Seat
5.0
(1)
"I have a cane with a seat and it allows me to sit and recover when I’m about to exert too much energy."
#37
Shopping Trolley with Seat
5.0
(1)
"A sort of shopping trolley which flips into a seat."
#38
Seat Cane
5.0
(1)
"I recently got a seat cane for outdoors and I’ll be getting a rollator for help when I’m inside my apartment!"
#39
Fashionable Canes
5.0
(1)
"You can get very cool custom canes from Fashionablecanes.com, I’ve ordered two custom canes and some of them have the option of lighting up."
#40
Double Forearm Crutches
5.0
(1)
"I'd recommend everyone with mobility issues try to find the right fit for them."
#41
ROVI X3 Maxx
5.0
(1)
"I use a Power Wheelchair: ROVI X3 Maxx with blue bumpers over the wheels."
#42
Evolution Trillium Series Walker
5.0
(1)
"I also have a rollator: Blue, foldable, extra-wide, Evolution Trillium Series Walker, with basket."
#43
Lightweight Mobility Scooter
5.0
(1)
"I recently bought a lightweight mobility scooter for when I go to the shopping centre."
#44
Ta-Da Cane with Seat
5.0
(1)
"Ta-Da cane with seat on Amazon. Helps with balance, energy, can sit wherever I need to."
#45
Cane that turns into a stool
5.0
(1)
"I have a cane that turns into a little stool that I use on bad pots days."
#46
Pride Jazzy Carbon
5.0
(1)
"I love my chair and use it all the time."
#47
Mobility Scooter
5.0
(1)
"I've got a mobility scooter. It's been a huge help for me."
#48
Rollz
5.0
(1)
"Maybe a rollator? I have POTS so I deal with orthostatic intolerance, chronic fatigue and my legs are quite weak, and I found a rollator was good when I could still walk short to medium distances."
#49
Walker Arm Support
5.0
(1)
"Maybe something like this: [ebay walker arm support]"
#50
Kinesio Tape
4.0
(1)
"That awkward has helped a lot."
#51
Ankle Brace
4.0
(1)
"They help with my overall stability."
#52
Physical Support Tools
4.0
(1)
"I wish I'd done it sooner."
#53
Walker for Balance Problems
4.0
(1)
"Hope it addresses some of your questions."
#54
Glion Dolly Electric Scooter
4.0
(1)
"It definitely helps me live with my chronic joint pain."
#55
Rollator/Wheelchair
4.0
(1)
"I use a rollator or a wheelchair depending on how long I’d normally have to walk."
#56
Adjustable Wheely Stool
4.0
(1)
"I think one of those adjustable wheely ones they have in doctor’s offices would be better."
#57
Transport Wheelchair
4.0
(1)
"Transport wheelchair measure the width before buying"
#58
Cane and Rollator
4.0
(1)
"I did use a cane and a rollator but my PF was so bad that I was in constant pain."
#59
Quad Cane and Rollator
4.0
(1)
"How about a Quad Cane and or, a Rollator. Both work well for me."
#60
Walking Poles
4.0
(1)
"Walking poles worked wonders for me."
#61
Walker and Wheelchair
4.0
(1)
"I have a walker that I use occasionally, truthfully I should use it more than I do."
#62
SI Belts
4.0
(1)
"I get some stability and relief from SI belts and a thigh/ hip combo support thing."
#63
EDS Braid
4.0
(1)
"There's an EDS braid and it twosts around your whole body for joint stability everywhere."
#64
Hip Brace
4.0
(1)
"I’ve been looking for something similar and had my eye on this: Hip brace."
#65
SI-Loc
4.0
(1)
"I like the SI-loc cuz it has the narrowing where it dips into your hips to stay in place."
#66
Cane, Crutches, Rollator
4.0
(1)
"Best thing at this point would probably be to try a couple of options for yourself."
#67
TiLite
4.0
(1)
"Find reputable sources for mobility aids such as TiLite."
#68
Rolling Walker
4.0
(1)
"The rolling walker is a good idea for long walks or events."
#69
Foldable Cane
4.0
(1)
"I have a foldable cane I can keep in my backpack."
#70
Crutch
4.0
(1)
"I use a crutch and have grab bars about my house."
#71
Hiking/Trekking Poles
4.0
(1)
"Maybe look into hiking/trekking poles, they are two long sticks that help with stability."
#72
Outdoor Rollator
4.0
(1)
"There are outdoor rollators. They have larger wheels."
#73
Walker/Chair
4.0
(1)
"I recently got a walker/chair."
#74
Gutter Crutches
4.0
(1)
"I use gutter crutches."
#75
Byacre
4.0
(1)
"Check out the byacre rollator—it’s pricy but the lightest weight one I’ve found (and pretty compact too."
#76
Quad Cane
4.0
(1)
"I would recommend to you a quad cane (has 4 feet at bottom) it is better for balance."
#77
Manual Wheelchair
4.0
(1)
"The manual wheelchair is actually the least tiring... a lot more natural for me than 'driving' the powerchair."
#78
Flipstick Cane
4.0
(1)
"I ended up getting a flipstick cane! As I cant stand for long periods of time."
#79
Travelscoot
4.0
(1)
"I can lift it on my own if I have to and it fits in my tiny hatchback just fine."
#80
Shower Chair
4.0
(1)
"I would recommend a shower chair, kitchen rubber mats and a kitchen stool."
#81
Evika
4.0
(1)
"Based on your story, I would suggest rollator. This is a recommendation as well from a friend and I believe evika.io has these."
#82
Nimbo
4.0
(1)
"Personally I use a Nimbo gait trainer which can be fitted with a seat/harness, and many other supportive attachments, if necessary."
#83
Alinker
4.0
(1)
"I've got a friend who has one and she LOVES hers so much. She's always telling people to try it, that might help."
#84
Ta Da Cane
4.0
(1)
"I debated getting a ta da cane because of the price, but I think it's actually worth it."
#85
Amazon
4.0
(1)
"I have a cheap wheelchair from Amazon for when walking is painful or would aggravate existing flares."
#86
Saint Vincent’s
4.0
(1)
"I went to saint Vincent’s to borrow a walker and a shower chair."
#87
MTW
4.0
(1)
"Will set you back by about 10,000 but can handle all weather types including sand and snow."
#88
First Choice
4.0
(1)
"I have experience with First Choice home health, which could be a good place to start."
#89
Zoomadog
4.0
(1)
"Have you considered a doggy wheelchair? Zoomadog do some good ones."
#90
Figure 8 Ankle Brace
3.0
(1)
"It helped."
#91
Walking Stick with Seat
3.0
(1)
"Something I used to use was like a walking stick with a fold out seat on it."
#92
LifeGlider
3.0
(1)
"There's also the LifeGlider"
#93
Zeen
3.0
(1)
"Oh I just remembered the Zeen too, it may be similar to what you are describing."
#94
Sunrise Medical
3.0
(1)
"They have a four-wheel-drive all-terrain ATV wheelchair."
#95
Magic Mobility
3.0
(1)
"Can do it but only up to 4 inches of snow and not too steep."
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