The innovative NRS Healthcare Walk Safe® is a lightweight indoor walking frame with a ground-breaking design that has been proven¹ to offer twice the stability when turning, surpassing traditional walking frames.
Developed in collaboration with the University of Salford and based on four years of academic research and development, the Walk Safe® is a game-changing product, breaking free from the outdated walking frame design that has remained unchanged for the past 70 years.
Great features:
- Available in two sizes – each height and width adjustable
- Swivel castors with Magnetic Directional Bias
- Large 125mm wheels
- Cushioned upper handles
- Additional lower handles
- Fully welded, lightweight frame
- Combined rear brake and glide
- Compatible with the Buckingham Caddy
- 2-year guarantee
Innovative design
Experience effortless turning while walking with the innovative new castor design of the Walk Safe®. No need to lift the entire frame, allowing for smoother and more stable turns, creating a more natural walking motion. Thanks to Magnetic Directional Bias technology, the wheels automatically realign to a forward-facing position after each turn, giving you greater control when walking in a straight line.
Combined rear pressure brake and glide
Experience a smooth, controlled motion with the combined glide and brake on the rear legs of our Walk Safe® Walking Frame. This handy feature glides easily over any surface in your home, eliminating the jerky movement of traditional rear ferrules. And when you need to stop, just apply pressure to the frame and the rear brake will safely bring you to a halt.
Built-in lower handles
The two lower handles are designed to give you extra support when you stand up from your chair, sofa, or bed – as well as when you sit back down again. They're particularly useful if your chair doesn't have armrests, or if you're getting up from a bed or sofa.
Positioned so that the Walk Safe® won’t tip when you use them correctly to stand or sit, these lower handles are at a much easier height to aid you from a sitting position.
Fully welded frame
Unlike traditional walking frames, the Walk Safe® has a welded frame making it more durable. Strong alloy tubing supports those weighing up to 160kg, and this fully recyclable construction is also more suitable for re-use or longer-term use, rather than the shorter lifespan of traditional frames.
Adjustable to suit you
Many standard walking frames can be height adjustable, but the Walk Safe® is both height and width adjustable. The two sizes of Walk Safe® cover a huge range of body sizes, so you only need to select one of two options.
Be sure to measure the height you need correctly: when standing with your hands by your side, the hand grips should reach just above the wrist joint (see ‘Overall height’ in item specifications). Speak to a healthcare professional for guidance.
Cushioned upper handles
Stable and supportive, the Walk Safe® doesn’t compromise on comfort. The handles have a grip section built-in that helps to avoid slipping during use.
Buckingham Caddy compatible
The Walk Safe® is also compatible with the Buckingham Caddy, meaning you can carry personal items with you as you go around your home. Keeping the items stable as you walk, this handy accessory gives you confidence to carry out your day-to-day tasks.
Disassemble for storage or travel
The frame can come apart into two pieces, making it flatter and more convenient to store. It also makes the Walk Safe® easier to take in the car when travelling.
¹Thies et al BMC Geriatr. 2020 & Thies et al BMC Geriatr. 2023
