Fabrication Enterprises U-Step 2, Platform

U-Step 2, Platform

The U-Step 2 Platform is a steel walking aid built for people who need more stability and control than a standard walker may offer. It may be a strong fit for users with neurological conditions, weak upper body strength, or a tendency to stoop, especially in tight indoor spaces such as hallways, kitchens, and washrooms. The design turns in 29 inches, folds for transport and storage, and adjusts to fit users from 4 foot 10 inch to 6 foot 2 inch.

Good Fit For

• Indoor mobility in hallways, kitchens, and washrooms
• Users with neurological conditions such as Parkinson's
• People recovering from stroke or brain injury
• Users who need extra support for weak upper body strength or stooped posture

Key Features

• U-shaped base surrounds the user for added stability in multiple directions
• Reverse braking system stays stopped until a hand brake is squeezed, helping users control movement
• Highly adjustable padded forearms rotate inward and angle up or down for a more personalized fit
• 29 inch turning ability helps with maneuvering in narrow indoor areas
• Folds for transport and storage, with no tools needed for the final setup touches
• Includes a padded seat, basket, locking clip, and glow-in-the-dark tabs for convenience

Applications and Usage

• Walking more safely through narrow doorways and tight indoor spaces
• Standing up from a chair with a walker that will not roll away when the brake is released
• Moving over small indoor transitions or sidewalk cracks with less jolt
• Carrying small personal items in the attached basket during daily mobility

Packaging and Handling

• Packaging: EA.
• Size: 29 inches.
• Material: Steel.
• When sitting on the seat, the user faces backward relative to the walking direction
• The unit arrives nearly fully assembled, with no tools needed for the final steps
• Most of the product weight is in the base to create a low center of gravity
• Speed and rolling resistance can be adjusted by the user

FAQ

• Can the U-Step 2 Platform work in tight indoor spaces? Yes. The U-Step 2 turns in 29 inches and is described as helpful in tight areas such as washrooms, kitchens, hallways, and narrow doorways.
• Who may benefit from this walker style? This model may be helpful for people with neurological conditions such as Parkinson's, as well as users who have had a stroke or brain injury, have weak upper body strength, or tend to stoop over.
• How does the braking system work? The reverse braking system keeps the walker from rolling until the user lightly squeezes either the left or right-hand brake. When the brake is released, the unit stops immediately.
• Does the U-Step 2 Platform fold for transport or storage? Yes. The walker folds by lifting the release lever near the seat and pulling up on the seat support.
• What user height range does it accommodate? The height adjustment knob allows the walker to accommodate users from 4 foot 10 inch up to 6 foot 2 inch.

From U-Step by Fabrication Enterprises.