Around the house
Click on a item in the room to find out more information about how it can support you.
Or read more information about equipment to keep you safe and independent, including care technology (such as pendant alarms and sensors).
Difficulty walking
There are many products to help you with your mobility: for example, walking sticks and frames, tripods and quaduprods, crutches, support walkers, rollators, trolleys and standing frames
A google search for walking aids will bring up equipment suppliers. Or you can search for specific items.
Top tips
Compare prices for the same equipment on different websites; some may be on sale or special offer.
Search for customer reviews for specific equipment and suppliers, particularly for more expensive items.
Things to consider
Make sure your frame is the correct height for youThink about if you only want to use your frame indoors (frames without wheels are best)
Are you strong enough to lift your frame without wheels
If you want to use a frame to get out and about (frames with wheels are better for outdoor use)
Do you need a seat, basket or tray attached?
Do you need to fold it away to get it into a car
Which? has advice on buying the right kind of walking aid
Never use a walking frame to hold onto whilst standing from a toilet, as it is not designed for this purpose and could easily tip over.