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"I’m at high risk of a fall of course."

I use a rollator which is a walker with 4 wheels and comes with a seat. There are many styles and price points to choose from. I would think insurance would pay for this type of medical equipment if a doctor wrote a prescription for it.
https://justwalkers.com/collections/rolling-walkers
I remember a doctor telling me how painful it looked when I walked. I denied that it was painful but said it hurt when I walked too much. She said I needed a walker. I protested and said, "I never fall." She escorted me to the physical therapy department and told the therapist I needed a rollator. I wasn't sure what a rollator was but I assumed it was something to prevent falls. I reminded my doctor that I will never fall. She said the rollator wasn't to prevent falls but she wanted me to have one to "keep me mobile."

As much as I hated the rollator at first ... it has become my best friend. I can walk as far as I want and sit down whenever I need to. You aren't supposed to use it like a wheelchair but I can scoot around a bit while sitting if I need to.

The greatest thing is my rollator never complains about carrying my bags for me when I travel!

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I’m so glad to see someone encouraging @myrlyn3b to consider a rollator/walker. I am 65 years old and since my PMR diagnosis have had to use one. My orthopedist tells me that I am avoiding some of the bad posture habits and joint stress that others who are in pain might suffer because I have the support of this device. I believe that my use is temporary and some days I need it more than others but it does keep me moving. I hope it will get you out of the house. Still believing that we are temporarily impaired and are moving towards total healing. That is my prayer for you and me today. Blessings!😘❤️