Choosing the proper height rollator is one of the most important steps when buying a mobility walker. A rollator that’s too high or too low can cause poor posture, wrist strain, shoulder pain, and reduced stability — increasing your risk of falls.

At Safewell Medical Supply, we help customers find the correct rollator height every day so they can walk more comfortably, safely, and confidently.

Why Proper Rollator Height Is So Important

Using the correct handle height allows you to:

• Maintain upright posture

• Keep shoulders relaxed

• Reduce stress on wrists and elbows

• Improve balance and control

• Operate brakes more easily

An improperly sized rollator often forces users to lean forward or hunch over, which can worsen back pain and fatigue.

How to Measure for the Correct Rollator Handle Height

Follow this simple method at home:

Step 1: Wear Your Everyday Shoes

Shoes affect your standing height, so always measure with the footwear you normally use.

Step 2: Stand Up Straight

Arms should hang naturally at your sides.

Step 3: Measure from Floor to Wrist Crease

Measure from the floor to the crease in your wrist.

This measurement equals your ideal rollator handle height.

When holding the handles:

• Elbows should be slightly bent (about 15–20°)

• Shoulders relaxed

• Back upright

Quick Rollator Height Reference Chart

Always prioritize wrist measurement over height charts for best accuracy.

Adjustable Height Rollators Are Best

Most modern rollators feature adjustable handles, allowing you to fine-tune height as needed.

Shop Adjustable rollators

Popular reliable options include:

• Drive Medical Rollators

• NOVA Rollator Walkers

These brands offer multiple height ranges, ergonomic grips, and easy adjustment systems.

Don’t Forget Seat Height

If your rollator includes a seat:

• Feet should rest flat on the floor

• Knees bent at roughly 90°

• You should be able to stand up without straining

A seat that’s too low strains knees and hips. Too high makes sitting unsafe.

Other Sizing Factors to Consider

Weight Capacity

Ensure your rollator supports your body weight comfortably.

Frame Width

Check doorways and hallways at home. Narrow models work better indoors.

Wheel Size

• Larger wheels = better outdoors

• Smaller wheels = better indoors

Signs Your Rollator Is the Wrong Height

• Shoulder or neck pain

• Wrist discomfort

• Leaning forward while walking

• Difficulty squeezing brakes

• Feeling unstable

If you notice these, adjusting or replacing your rollator may help immediately.

Need Help Choosing the Right Height Rollator?

Safewell Medical Supply offers a wide selection of adjustable rollator walkers, lightweight models, bariatric options, and trusted brands — plus expert support to help you choose the perfect fit.

Choosing the proper height rollator is one of the most important steps when buying a mobility walker. A rollator that’s too high or too low can cause poor posture, wrist strain, shoulder pain, and reduced stability — increasing your risk of falls.

At Safewell Medical Supply, we help customers find the correct rollator height every day so they can walk more comfortably, safely, and confidently.

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