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Forearm Walker

Freedom Forearm Walker BRO212B-HD

A four wheeled height adjustable forearm walker with a padded vinyl cover. The widened rear frame allows for a greater walking space to aid in mobility. It features adjustable hand grips to suit user forearm length and height adjustable forearm supports to suit a user's height. The heavy duty aluminium oval tube frame can support users up to 220kg.

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Features: Forearm Support, Four Wheeled, Height Adjustable, Falls Prevention
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Approximate Price: $315

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For information contact AT Aust on 1300 452 679

Last updated: Nov 5 2021

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Features:

* Swivel adjustable handles
* Swivel wheels for manoeuvrability
* Padded vinyl cover for user safety
* Press button directional height adjustment
* Rear frame widened for maximum walking space
* Heavy duty aluminium oval tube frame supports users up to 220kg
* Unique lightweight folding design
* Powder coated mild steel construction
* Light touch lock brakes (BRO212A-HD Model)

Castors:
* Rear directional castors
* Large indoor/outdoor castors fitted in a U-shaped fork

Accessories:
* Length adjustable padded armrest - purchased separately (WAA687300)
* Skis available as an option instead of rear rubber tips

Method Of Use

Brakes:
* Cable style brakes. To activate brakes squeeze the brake handles towards the hand grips. To lock brakes push the cable brakes away from the handgrips.

Height Adjustment:
*Spring-loaded push button. Depress and hold down the spring-loaded button whilst sliding the extension leg up or down to the desired set of holes. Press button for directional height adjustment.

Method of folding:
* Lift the two side bars in the middle.

Considerations

* Spring-loaded push button. Depress and hold down the spring-loaded button whilst sliding the extension leg up or down to the desired set of holes. The extension leg height should be determined by the users own height to ensure the most effective and safe position. Make sure the spring-loaded button is fully extended through the desired hole before putting weight on the item.

* It is recommended that prior to using this product, training in the handling and the correct use of this product should be undertaken. User needs to be able to weight bear through forearms and lower legs to use this device.

Place Of Manufacture

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More Details

Features:

* Swivel adjustable handles
* Swivel wheels for manoeuvrability
* Padded vinyl cover for user safety
* Press button directional height adjustment
* Rear frame widened for maximum walking space
* Heavy duty aluminium oval tube frame supports users up to 220kg
* Unique lightweight folding design
* Powder coated mild steel construction
* Light touch lock brakes (BRO212A-HD Model)

Castors:
* Rear directional castors
* Large indoor/outdoor castors fitted in a U-shaped fork

Accessories:
* Length adjustable padded armrest - purchased separately (WAA687300)
* Skis available as an option instead of rear rubber tips

Method Of Use

Brakes:
* Cable style brakes. To activate brakes squeeze the brake handles towards the hand grips. To lock brakes push the cable brakes away from the handgrips.

Height Adjustment:
*Spring-loaded push button. Depress and hold down the spring-loaded button whilst sliding the extension leg up or down to the desired set of holes. Press button for directional height adjustment.

Method of folding:
* Lift the two side bars in the middle.

Considerations

* Spring-loaded push button. Depress and hold down the spring-loaded button whilst sliding the extension leg up or down to the desired set of holes. The extension leg height should be determined by the users own height to ensure the most effective and safe position. Make sure the spring-loaded button is fully extended through the desired hole before putting weight on the item.

* It is recommended that prior to using this product, training in the handling and the correct use of this product should be undertaken. User needs to be able to weight bear through forearms and lower legs to use this device.

Place Of Manufacture

Unknown

Models

Two models are available.

* Freedom Forearm Walker BRO212B-HD
* Freedom Forearm Walker with Handbrakes - BRO212A-HD

Specification BRO212A-HD BRO212B-HD
Depth 860 mm 880 mm
Handle Height Unknown Unknown
Height From 1135 mm to 1355 mm From 1135 mm to 1355 mm
Load Capacity (supplier stated) 220 kg 220 kg
Weight (kg) 10.6 kg 9.3 kg
Wheel Diameter (Front) Unknown Unknown
Wheel Diameter (Rear) Unknown Unknown
Width 690 mm 660 mm

Maintenance

Refer to the supplier and manufacturer manual for maintenance instructions and safety warnings.

Standards

Standards
Some assistive technology needs to meet Australian or other standards. Standards may relate to materials, manufacturing and installation. Products that meet Australian or international standards will have written certification. To find out if a product meets Australian Standards ask the supplier to show you the certificate. For more information about standards also see
http://at-aust.org/home/assistive_technology/standards.html

TGA
Many of the items on the Assistive Technology Australia website are categorised as a Medical Device. Medical devices that are approved for use in Australia have been entered into a national database called the Australian Register of Therapeutic Goods (ARTG), which is maintained by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). You can ask the supplier for the ARTG number for the device you wish to purchase and search the ARTG for the entry. To access information on the ARTG visit www.tga.gov.au

When buying a medical device it is advisable to only choose a medical device that is recommended by a healthcare professional and has been included on the ARTG.

Disclaimer

Whilst all care is taken to provide accurate information with respect to the item described, the Independent Living Centre New South Wales (ILCNSW), operating as Assistive Technology Australia, is not involved in product design or manufacture, and therefore not in a position to guarantee the accuracy of the information provided. Selection of equipment, which is both suitable and appropriate for individual needs remains the responsibility of the person(s) considering requisition, and no responsibility is taken by the ILCNSW (Assistive Technology Australia) for any loss or injury caused through use of the equipment or alleged to have arisen through reliance upon information provided. As information is subject to change any enquiries should be directed to the manufacturer.

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Aidacare (ACT - Canberra) Fyshwick, ACT, Australia Sales: 0437 134 295
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Aidacare (NSW - Albury) Lavington, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 6040 3444
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Aidacare (NSW - Ballina) Ballina, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 6686 6644
Fax: 02 6686 9383
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Aidacare (NSW - Cardiff) (prev Local Mobility) Cardiff, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 4956 9993
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Aidacare (NSW - Central Coast) (prev. Mobility2You) Erina, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 4367 5751
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Aidacare (NSW - Coffs Harbour) Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 6651 5333
Fax: 02 6652 1272
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Aidacare (NSW - Heathcote) (prev Total Mobility (NSW)) Heathcote, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 9520 1866
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Aidacare (NSW - Maitland) (prev Local Mobility) Maitland, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 4933 9999
Fax: 02 4933 3727
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Aidacare (NSW - Orange) Orange, NSW, Australia Sales: 0437 134 295
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Aidacare (NSW - Port Macquarie) Port Macquarie, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 6581 0018
Fax: 02 6581 0038
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Aidacare (NSW - Sydney North, Seven Hills) Seven Hills, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 8706 2330
Fax: 02 9624 4256
Toll Free: 1300 216 898
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Aidacare (NSW - Sydney South, Moorebank) - HO Moorebank, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 8706 2300
Fax: 02 9618 5111
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Aidacare (NSW - Sydney West, Blacktown) Blacktown, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 9621 4077
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Aidacare (NSW - Tamworth) Tamworth, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 6761 2018
Fax: 02 6761 2090
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Aidacare (NSW - Wollongong) Wollongong, NSW, Australia Sales: 02 4273 0184
Fax: 02 9618 5111
Toll Free: 1300 133 120
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Aidacare (QLD - Bribie Island/Ningi) Ningi, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3081 1998
Fax: 07 3205 5467
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Aidacare (QLD - Brisbane North, Geebung) Geebung, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3086 2950
Fax: 07 3865 7896
Toll Free: 1300 133 120
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Aidacare (QLD - Brisbane South, Coopers Plains) Coopers Plains, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3086 2900
Fax: 07 3345 7961
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Aidacare (QLD - Caboolture) Caboolture South, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 5330 1029
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Aidacare (QLD - Cairns) Manunda, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 4035 5944
Fax: 07 4035 5949
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Aidacare (QLD - Gold Coast) Southport, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 5532 6070
Fax: 07 5503 1803
Toll Free: 1300 133 120
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Aidacare (QLD - Hervey Bay) Pialba, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 4194 5019
Toll Free: 1300 133 120
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Aidacare (QLD - Innisfail) Innisfail, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 4061 1949
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Aidacare (QLD - Ipswich) West Ipswich, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3517 5290
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Aidacare (QLD - Lawnton) Lawnton, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3481 5300
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Aidacare (QLD - Mackay) Mount Pleasant, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3481 5399
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Aidacare (QLD - Redcliffe) Redcliffe, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3284 2811
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Aidacare (QLD - Redlands) Victoria Point, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3481 5370
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Aidacare (QLD - Sunshine Coast) Warana, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3086 2980
Fax: 07 3345 7961
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Aidacare (QLD - Toowoomba) Toowoomba, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3086 2990
Fax: 07 4632 6473
Toll Free: 1300 133 120
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Aidacare (QLD - Townsville) Currajong, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 4427 6827
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Aidacare (QLD - Underwood) Underwood, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3086 2900
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Aidacare (SA - Adelaide) Regency Park, SA, Australia Sales: 08 8118 5600
Fax: 08 8346 3236
Toll Free: 1300 133 120
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Aidacare (SA - Ascot Park) - prev Walk on Wheels Ascot Park, SA, Australia Sales: 08 8293 5444
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Aidacare (SA - Christies Beach) - prev Walk on Wheels Morphett Vale, SA, Australia Sales: 08 8186 3977
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Aidacare (SA - Plympton Park) Plympton Park, SA, Australia Sales: 08 8118 5680
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Aidacare (TAS - Hobart) Cambridge, TAS, Australia Sales: 03 6229 4733
Fax: 03 6229 3676
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Aidacare (TAS - Launceston) Kings Meadows, TAS, Australia Sales: 03 6344 8922
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Aidacare (VIC - Barwon) Geelong, VIC, Australia Sales: 03 5223 2263
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Aidacare (VIC - Bell Park) Bell Park, VIC, Australia Sales: 0436 432 227
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Aidacare (VIC - Bendigo) Bendigo, VIC, Australia Sales: 03 5441 8213
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Aidacare (VIC - Epping) Epping, VIC, Australia Sales: 1300 133 120
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Aidacare (VIC - Melbourne DC Office) Thomastown, VIC, Australia Sales: 03 9981 2100
Fax: 03 9384 2088
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Aidacare (VIC - Melbourne North) Brunswick East, VIC, Australia Sales: 03 9981 2100 (H/O)
Fax: 03 9384 2088 (H/O)
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Aidacare (VIC - Melbourne South) Cheltenham, VIC, Australia Sales: 03 9584 1644
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Aidacare (VIC - Mildura) Mildura, VIC, Australia Sales: 03 5022 0755
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Freedom Healthcare Brisbane Underwood, QLD, Australia Sales: 07 3801 3910
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Freedom Healthcare NSW Silverwater, NSW, Australia Sales: 1300 300 185
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Solutions Medical Tweed Heads South, NSW, Australia Sales: 07 5524 2000
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