Illustration of a person gripping a properly fitted walker

Adjust your walker so that it fits your arms comfortably. This will reduce stress on your shoulders and back as you use the walker. To tell if your walker is the correct height, step inside your walker and:

  • Check your elbow bend. Place your hands on the grips. Your elbows should bend at a comfortable angle of about 15 degrees.
  • Check your wrist height. Stand inside the walker and relax your arms at your sides. The top of your walker should line up with the crease on the inside of your wrist.