Kevin,
My walker is not called a Hugo, can't remember the name right now but looks
much like the Hugo. My brakes can be engaged one brake at a time. So you can
hook your cane onto the handle if need be and do one brake at a time.
My mother with diabetic neuropathy uses her walker 'all the time' in her home
and out. She just does not walk without it at all.
My sister with MS uses hers when need be and I use mine when shopping alone or
going for a walk. I don't need mine in the house just yet but perhaps in a few
years I might.
Hope you enjoy yours.
Heather in Calgary
----- Original Message -----
From: Kevin Wolfthal
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ; Tmic-list@eskimo.com
Sent: Sunday, April 15, 2007 3:01 AM
Subject: Re: [TMIC] thanks for rollator suggestions!
Hi again,
One more question, can the brakes be operated with either hand, or do you
have to press them both together. I may use it sometimes with a cane
in one hand.
Thanks,
Kevin
Candis Kalley wrote:
I think so. I can lift at max 10# or so and I lift my Hugo into my SUV.
On Hugo, you lift the seat up and there is a strap that you pull and the
Hugo folds right up. I usually have to study myself against the back of the
car to lift but like I said I am limited on my lifting.
I live by myself so I'm very in independant and manage just fine. The only
times I've had problems is when someone tries to help. It throws my rhythm off
of lifting and turning to get Hugo into the car.
You will always have a seat available with Hugo plus the added support to
walk and carry things. I have carried a whole car load of groceries on Hugo.
2 bags on each handle and several on the seat. Hugo also has great side and
back bags. I always keep an umbrella in the back pack plus a folding cane so
that I can use the cane when I go on the airplane because the airlines put Hugo
in the cargo hold. Also, when you go thru the checker, security will take Hugo
thru while you have to go thru walking - so I've found the folding cane helpful
in those instances.
There are some benefits to being handicap - at the airlines the lines are
shorter.
In the front of the back pack are several compartments for pens, small pads
and the such. Other models I looked at charged extra for the back pack (bag).
I have also used Hugo to carry heavy boxes when I go to the post office.
Larger boxes fit right across the handles and you can still use the handles.
Hugo also has helped carry things out to curbside for trash pickup, carry the
laundry basket and all kinds of uses. Hugo is a great helper.
Hope you enjoy.
Candy K.
----- Original Message -----
From: Kevin Wolfthal
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED];tmic-list@eskimo.com
Sent: 4/14/2007 11:28:00 PM
Subject: Re: [TMIC] thanks for rollator suggestions!
Hi Candy,
I'm glad!
Is it easy to fold up if you take it in a car?
Thanks!
Kevin
Candis Kalley wrote:
I have the Hugo and LOVE it. I think you will be very happy with it.
Candy K.
[Original Message]
From: Kevin Wolfthal <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: <Tmic-list@eskimo.com>
Date: 4/14/2007 10:57:26 PM
Subject: [TMIC] thanks for rollator suggestions!
Thanks to everyone who replied re: rollators.
I am having second thoughts about the 'Dannie', because as someone
suggested, the reverse brakes might be hard on my already painful hands.
Thank you to whoever brought that to my attention. (I'm sorry I can't
thank everyone individually, typing with one finger now).
I like the looks of the Hugo, the seat looks supportive, and the price
isn't bad. I might just order it and take my chances.
Thanks again!
Kevin
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No virus found in this incoming message.
Checked by AVG Free Edition.
Version: 7.5.446 / Virus Database: 269.4.0/762 - Release Date: 4/15/2007 4:22
PM
