Question 1

How sturdy is it when rising from a seating position?

Accepted Answer

I am am over 6 feet tall and weight 244 pounds. I am 76 years old and have no problem standing from a seated position using this walker. I use it in the yard on the grass and at stores. Just be sure the brake is set so it does not move while you are trying to sit or stand.  This Walker has given me back my mobility! Bill K

Question 2

Can this be used as a wheelchair?

Accepted Answer

No. Would not recommend using as a wheelchair.  Your weight makes it off balance & you could tip over. Happened to me while I was sitting and my daughter tried pushing me like in a wheelchair.  Use it as a walker like it's intended use

Question 3

How much strength is needed to apply and lock the hand brakes? My 84-yo mother's balance condition and arthritis often leave her weak/fatigued.

Accepted Answer

Brakes are easy to apply. However Brakes are not reliable if it is windy or such as on a train or left untethered in an ambulate or handicapped bus. Also is back heavy so if any item to use for storage is not counter balanced below the seat or by someone sitting in it and can and has toppled forward on me while I have been walking with it. I cannot emphasize more that the brakes must be applied before siting or standing on a level surface. It will roll. I am a retired nurse and now find myself using one.

Question 4

are the brakes easy to adjust,tighten..do they hold firmly when one sits on the seat?

Accepted Answer

very easy to adjust - they don't slip - and my tush feels ever so comfortable sitting on this seat. It's wider and more cushioned than most and the back rest hits in the right place. While this is a little heavier than others, the wheels are bigger, which makes it more stable on sidewalks or grassy areas. The only problem I've found so far is that the little red button can be difficult to pull when opening but seems to be getting easier and a little WD-40 helps too.

ASIN	B001ULD154
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#137,534 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #176 in Rolling Walkers #4,583 in Sales & Deals
Brand Name	Hugo
Color	Blue
Customer Reviews	4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (4,431)
Global Trade Identification Number	00775757009599
Is Foldable	Yes
Item Dimensions D x W x H	21.1"D x 7.2"W x 21.5"H
Item Weight	8164.62 Grams
Manufacturer	Hugo Mobility
Manufacturer Part Number	700-959E
Material Type	Aluminum
Maximum Height	30 Inches
Maximum Height Recommendation	38 Inches
Minimum Height	2 Inches
Minimum Height Recommendation	30 Inches
Model Number	700-959E
Style Name	Walker
UPC	764442765117 775757009599 785923770390 600303586937 796433829218 057565998747 383960001127 754021210602 383960001301 057565972273
Unit Count	1 Count
Walker Type	Rollator Walker
Weight Capacity Maximum	300 Pounds

Drive Medical Hugo Elite Rollator Walker with Seat and Basket, Blue

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