{"product_id":"drive-medical-nitro-glide-knee-walker-791-canada","title":"Drive Medical Nitro Glide Knee Walker 791, Steerable Knee Scooter, Canada","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description seo-content\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNitro Glide Knee Walker: A Crutch Alternative for a Below the Knee Injury\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDrive Medical Nitro Glide Knee Walker\u003c\/strong\u003e lets you keep weight off an injured foot, ankle or lower leg while you get around. You rest the knee of your injured leg on the padded knee pad, hold the handlebar and push with your good leg. Drive built it for people recovering from a below the knee injury, indoors and out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt holds users up to 350 lb, weighs 23 lb and folds for storage and the car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Knee Walker and Who Is It For?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eknee walker\u003c\/strong\u003e, also called a knee scooter, is a four wheel frame with a knee pad and a steering handlebar. It takes the place of crutches while one leg heals, so your hands and underarms do not carry your weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople recovering from foot, ankle or lower leg surgery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone told to keep weight off one foot after a break or sprain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers who find crutches tiring or hard on the underarms and wrists\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers up to 350 lb, on the left or the right leg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Front Axle That Changes Width\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nitro Glide has a patented front axle that sets at \u003cstrong\u003e16, 18 or 20 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e. Narrow it for tight halls, bathrooms and tight turns. Widen it for more stability outdoors and on uneven ground. Overall width runs from 15.6 to 20.3 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLarge Front Wheels for Indoors and Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e10 inch front wheels\u003c\/strong\u003e and 7.5 inch rear wheels roll smoothly over floors, sidewalks and paved paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrakes You Can Trust\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDual hand brakes on the handlebar control a \u003cstrong\u003edual rear braking system\u003c\/strong\u003e with integrated disc brake technology. A push button parking brake holds the walker still when you stop. The brake cables run inside the frame tubing, out of the way and easy to replace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Knee Pad for Either Leg\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe padded knee pad is offset and reversible, so it works for the left or the right leg. It measures 13 by 7 inches and sets from \u003cstrong\u003e17 to 23 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e off the floor. The handlebar sets from \u003cstrong\u003e30 to 39 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, with eight adjustment holes. Both adjust without tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBasket Included, and It Folds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA removable storage basket with a carry handle holds up to 13 lb, so a phone, a water bottle or a few groceries come with you. The frame folds for storage and transport, and assembly is tool free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features of the Nitro Glide Knee Walker\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e350 lb weight capacity on a 23 lb frame\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront axle sets at 16, 18 or 20 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 inch front wheels and 7.5 inch rear wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual hand brakes, integrated disc brake and push button parking brake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffset, reversible knee pad for either leg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable basket that holds up to 13 lb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolding frame and tool free assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Choose a Knee Walker in Canada\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck four things: the weight capacity, the width against your doorways, the knee pad and handle height range against your height, and the brakes. The \u003cstrong\u003eNitro Glide\u003c\/strong\u003e covers a wide range on all four, and its adjustable front axle lets one walker suit both narrow rooms and outdoor paths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrefer crutches for a short recovery? See our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/canes-and-crutches-canada\"\u003ecanes and crutches collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Nitro Glide Right for You?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecovery from a below the knee injury on either leg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsers up to 350 lb who want four wheels and hand brakes instead of crutches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomes with narrow halls or bathrooms, where the 16 inch axle setting helps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGetting outdoors, on the 10 inch front wheels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMay not be the best fit if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have stairs to climb. Crutches such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/drive-medical-aluminum-underarm-crutches\"\u003eDrive Aluminum Underarm Crutches\u003c\/a\u003e are the usual choice for steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need walking support for both legs. A rollator such as the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nitro-sprint-rollator-canada\"\u003eDrive Nitro Sprint\u003c\/a\u003e is the better choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eNitro Glide Knee Walker\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps you moving while your leg heals, with a front axle that adapts to your home, large front wheels, a parking brake and a basket for the things you carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Drive Medical","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":58065025433766,"sku":"791BL","price":349.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red","offer_id":58065025466534,"sku":"791RD","price":349.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0674\/6200\/4902\/files\/drive-nitro-glide-knee-walker-791-01.jpg?v=1793995480","url":"https:\/\/caremade.ca\/products\/drive-medical-nitro-glide-knee-walker-791-canada","provider":"Care Made","version":"1.0","type":"link"}