The Advantages of a StrideOn Knee Scooter for a Broken Ankle
By Lydia Lucas
March 11, 2024
Recovering from a broken ankle can be a challenging journey, marked by mobility restrictions and the quest for independence. As you navigate through this period, finding a mobility aid that offers comfort, stability, and ease of use is crucial. Enter the StrideOn & Orthomate knee scooter – a revolutionary tool designed to transform your recovery experience.
What is a Knee Scooter? A knee scooter, also known as a knee walker, is a mobility aid that serves as an alternative to crutches, zimmer-frames or wheelchairs for individuals recovering from lower leg injuries, including broken ankles. It features a platform for resting the knee of your injured leg, while your other leg propels you forward. Equipped with wheels, handlebars, and brakes, a knee scooter allows for greater mobility and stability during recovery.
Advantages of Using a Knee Scooter for a Broken Ankle Enhanced Mobility One of the most significant advantages of a knee scooter is the mobility it offers. Unlike crutches, which can be cumbersome and tiring to use, a knee scooter allows you to glide smoothly over various surfaces, granting you the freedom to move around more efficiently and with less effort.
Increased Comfort Comfort is paramount during recovery, and our StrideOn knee scooters excel in providing it. The Our soft but supportive knee pads reduces pressure on your injured ankle by supporting your leg in a comfortable position. This alleviation of discomfort is especially beneficial for those in the initial, more painful stages of ankle recovery.
Stability and Safety The risk of slips and falls is a notable concern with broken ankle recovery. Knee scooters are designed with stability in mind, offering a sturdy base that minimizes the chance of accidents. The use of brakes ensures you can control your speed and stop easily, further enhancing safety. Our parking brake system even allows you to be hands-free when stationary so that you can make a cuppa and a sandwich before scooting away with your lunch in the basket.
Ease of Use Knee scooters are intuitive and straightforward to use. With minimal learning curve compared to crutches, most people can quickly adapt to manoeuvring a knee scooter. This ease of use contributes to a more positive recovery experience.
Independence Recovery can often feel like a time of dependence on others. A knee scooter restores a sense of independence, allowing you to perform daily activities and tasks without needing constant assistance. Whether it's moving through the office or navigating your home, a knee scooter provides the autonomy you crave.
Things to Consider When Choosing a Knee Scooter When selecting a knee scooter for your broken ankle recovery, consider the following factors to ensure you choose the right one for your needs:
Adjustability: Look for a scooter with adjustable handlebars and knee pad height to fit your body comfortably. For the best custom-fit, ensure it can be easily configured to accommodate either a left or right leg injury.
Wheel Type: With solid wheels, they must be constructed of a non-marking material and are the choice for indoors scooting on carpet, lino, wood etc. For predominantly outdoors, choose air-filled (pneumatic) tyres as they will absorb some of the minor lumps, bumps and vibration as you scoot on less consistent terrain.
Portability: A foldable knee scooter is easier to transport and store.
Weight Capacity: Ensure the scooter can support your weight safely.
Accessories: Accessories like baskets, meal organisers, cups and travel mugs can add convenience to your scooter.
A knee scooter can be a game-changer for anyone recovering from a broken ankle. It offers a blend of mobility, comfort, stability, and independence that crutches, zimmer-frames or wheelchairs may not provide. If you're facing a recovery journey, consider a knee scooter as a valuable tool to help you navigate through this challenging time with ease and confidence. Remember, the right mobility aid can significantly impact your recovery speed and overall experience.