Mobility aids for people in north-western Switzerland

Walking on two legs seems natural to most people. But what if this is no longer possible due to illness or age? The usual everyday life can quickly become an ordeal or things like steps can become an insurmountable obstacle. So that you can master your everyday life as independently and mobile as possible in all situations and ages, Basler Orthopädie offers you walking aids, walkers, walking aids, rollators or walking sticks.

Product overview walking aids & rollators

Olympos ATR M (Offroad wheels)

Troja 5G M

Troja Walker 2

Taurus

Hestia Indoor Rollator

Gemino60

Active Walker

Taima Eco

Taima GT

Taima M

Taima CX

Taima XL

* Our product overview contains only part of our entire range

Walking aids & walking sticks

Advice from Basler Orthopedics

Crutches are used to support people who are no longer fully mobile due to old age, illness or surgery. Depending on the physical impairments, different types of walking aids are used, such as walking sticks, walkers, walking aids or walkers.

A walking stick is suitable for people who are temporarily or permanently restricted in their mobility. The walking stick relieves painful parts of the body and ensures greater stability when walking. Due to joint pain or muscular weakness, older people often need a walking stick to support them in everyday life. In our walking aids category you will find walking sticks made of different materials that give you support when you walk. Our competent team will be happy to advise you and work with you to find the ideal walking aid for your needs.

Rollators & walkers

Our selection of walking aids

If a walking stick is no longer sufficient and the physical impairments are greater, a walker or rollator can help. It forms a stable support in everyday life, which makes it easier for you to walk. There are rollators that only provide support when walking and those that are also suitable for sitting. A rollator with a seat can be used for walking breaks if the person concerned cannot find any other seating nearby and needs it. The shelf can also be used as a walking aid for shopping bags or a rollator with a shopping basket can be used immediately.

Buy a walker

You should note that:

When looking to buy a rollator, there are a few factors that you should definitely consider. The right advice and instruction for the use of a rollator is extremely important and ensures that the rollator optimally supports your movements. In our walking aids category, we have an extensive range of walkers and walkers from well-known manufacturers ready for you. Important factors when buying a rollator are, for example, the stability, the material, the size of the wheels or the braking system. There is also a big difference in weight. For example, lightweight rollators are easier to transport if you want to take them with you in the vehicle.

So that you get the ideal everyday help with your rollator, we recommend that you have a comprehensive consultation on site in our shop in Basel with our specialist staff. If you have any questions or requests, we are always available for you.

Questions & answers about walking aids

Depending on the degree of impairment, there are walking sticks, walkers or walkers. All walking aids should be designed to optimally support the movement of the person concerned and to restore the greatest possible mobility.

You need a walking aid if you are permanently or temporarily dependent on support when walking due to physical complaints. The type of walking aid depends on the degree of impairment.

Finding the right walker is not that easy for most people. This is where competent and experienced specialist advice is helpful and important. In this way, postural damage and incorrect movement sequences can be avoided so that there is no permanent deterioration in mobility. Our team will be happy to provide you with advice and assistance when it comes to walking aids and will work with you to find the best possible support for your everyday life.

The costs for the walking aids must be clarified individually with the IV, health insurance company or a foundation. It is never certain that the health insurance company will cover the costs.

Depending on the type of walking aid, different materials are used in production. Rollators are usually made of steel, aluminum, carbon or plastic. Simple walking sticks are often made of wood, aluminum or metal.

Disadvantages of a rollator usually only arise from incorrect use of the device. Surely you have already observed a person who walks behind his walker bent over. This picture often results from poor adaptation and incorrect user training.

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