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The walker is a mobility aid that provides a portable base of support. People of all ages use different kinds of walkers for a variety of reasons. With the correct walker, many people stroll along at the same pace as their companion. Today, walkers are available in a variety of styles and colors and have numerous accessories. It is the purpose of this article to describe the various types and models of walkers and accessories that are available. Our goal is not to recommend or rate the walkers but to help you find the right walker. The ultimate selection of a walker will depend on a cooperative effort between the physiatrist, physical therapist, and medical equipment supplier. Before you purchase a walker you should test it out to decide if it is the right one for you. The physical therapist who supplies your walker should adjust for your height and should check the physical fit of the equipment. Moreover, the physical therapist should demonstrate the proper gait for walking. During the past few years radical changes have occurred in the design and style of walkers. We expect this trend to continue with more attractive, easier-to-use products to be introduced regularly. If you think that your walker is outdated and is not adapting to your lifestyle, talk with your physiatrist regarding alternatives. Today, walkers are as different as their users. Find the best one for you by taking a test walk in your home and community.
助行器是一种提供可移动支撑基础的辅助移动工具。各个年龄段的人出于各种原因使用不同类型的助行器。借助合适的助行器，许多人能够以与同伴相同的步伐漫步。如今，助行器有多种款式和颜色，并且有众多配件。本文旨在描述现有的各种类型和型号的助行器及配件。我们的目标不是推荐或评价助行器，而是帮助您找到合适的助行器。助行器的最终选择将取决于物理治疗师、物理治疗师和医疗设备供应商之间的共同努力。在购买助行器之前，您应该试用一下，以确定它是否适合您。为您提供助行器的物理治疗师应该根据您的身高进行调整，并检查设备的合身程度。此外，物理治疗师应该示范正确的行走步态。在过去几年里，助行器的设计和款式发生了根本性的变化。我们预计这种趋势将持续下去，会定期推出更具吸引力、更易于使用的产品。如果您认为您的助行器过时了，并且不适合您的生活方式，请与您的物理治疗师讨论其他选择。如今，助行器和它们的使用者一样各不相同。通过在您的家中和社区进行试走来为自己找到最好的一款。
