ELENKER Steerable Knee Walker Deluxe Medical Scooter for Foot Injuries Compact Crutches Alternative (Bright Black)

This a great scooter. Very sturdy and maneuvers extremely well. My only issue is that with my full weight on the scooter, the wheels do not easily go over any edges of area rugs. But once you get used to taking weight off the front handle bars, it is very easy. My thought was that you could rent one for $40/week or buy this for $100. Seemed like an easy decision.

I bought this scooter several months ago in anticipation of foot surgery. I needed something that would not only get me around in the house but also get me back and forth to my barn to care for my horse.It is lightweight and easy to maneuver inside. It is well made and my son had no trouble putting it together. It's not the easiest to maneuver on grass or gravel but with practice, it's not too bad. I don't think any scooter of this type would do any better though.I have found that by putting my knee toward the back of the knee pad, and just taking my time, it is easier to get through grass and gravel. I don't believe any scooter like this has the ability to travel smoothly over rough terrain, but this one comes close. I've had no worries about tipping over at all.The bag in the front is awesome. I use it to transport ice bags, snacks, phone, books, etc. and it has a side pouch for liquids.It does fold down somewhat to put inside a vehicle and because it is so lightweight, I have no trouble doing that, and I'm pushing 70.The brakes work great but I have not needed to use them.I would definitely purchase another one of these if needed.

This items has worked really well for me. It has allow me to remain independent and with great mobility. When using outdoors, small stones or cracks on the ground can cause the handle to strongly go side ways or abruptly stop causing you to loose balance or even fall. You can minimize/avoid this problem by going slow and holding the handles firmly in the direction you want the scooter to go (avoid terrain that is not safe for use). Also the wheels are not really designed for outdoor use but they can be if you are careful. There's a lot of vibration if used on sidewalks/grounds that are not smooth/even. So during the first stage of recovery when your foot needs to stay immobile, you should to stay on even/smooth surfaces. The scooter works amazingly indoors! It does not scratch wood floors, it's easy to maneuver around the house; and once you get the hang of it, you can even use it while vacuuming and doing other chores around the home (of course your healing must allow you to do so). I have used my scooter for two months and it has allowed me to heal in a better manner than using crutches. It keeps the foot elevated which minimized swelling and pain (specially the week after surgery when your foot won't stand being down). Less swelling also helps with the scaring (skin won't stretch as much which won't open the incision). The scooter is easy to use (rapid learning curve). You can move faster and with A LOT less pain. Less possibility of loosing balance falling than using crutches. You can use the scooter as support when getting up and seating down (specially helpful when using the toilet). Crutches can cause a lot pain and you must be strong enough to use them. If you suffer from fibromyalgia, the scooter is a must have. I have put some serious miles on my scooter and still works as well as it did on day one. But be aware that it makes noise/ squeaks (but it's expected based on construction design). Putting it together after arrival was simple, but it does need some strength to lack the pieces together. But it can be done! My husband out my scooter together on less than 3 minutes :-) I also purchase the gel cushion/cover to go over the knee rest. It has helped a lot for the long term use. The basket is also helpful to carry items and to keep your hands safely on the handles. Overall, this is a great item! I recommended it to anyone having foot surgery! Well worth the money and it holds good resale value! (good way to recuperate some of the expense since insurance doesn't cover it).

This was great. Purchased for my college aged son. The tires and breaks worked exceptionally well on sidewalks and gravel. Easy to put in the back seat of his car. Very easy to assemble.

Im 200 lbs. this thing is heavy duty but manageable to get in the car. Price is amazing!! Remember the barkes are just parking brakes

Definitely better than hobbling around on crutches, but there are some issues you MUST be aware of before you use it. I’m not sure ANY scooters are better than this brand, but here are my impressions on this one:PROS:1) Easy to assemble2) Sturdy frame (with one important caveat)3) Easy to reach dual break handles4) Folds up fairly easilyCONS:1) Knee pad is too soft so your knee can roll off the side. The slightly raised area collapses too easily under weight (especially if your leg is numb or in a cast where you can’t feel the edge). It also rocks a little even when the bolt is fully tightened (which is unnerving but doesn’t seem dangerous).2) The brakes work but be aware the tires are themselves slippery/smooth so on tile (like in a bathroom) or if there’s any water present (like in the rain) you can’t count on the wheels not moving EVEN WHEN THE BRAKES ARE ON.3) the front basket is held on by gravity so it easily slips out of its grooves making it almost useless since any upward pressure removing an item will dislodge it4) DO NOT TURN THE FRONT WHEELS all the way left or right because you can easily tip over. I believe this scooter would be far safer if the front wheels were stationary.5) A bit heavy to put into and pull out of vehicle on one leg.I hope this helps to keep others safe no matter which scooter you purchase.