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Standard walkers designed with nonwheeled frameworks that can be easily folded. These walkers typically consist of a metal (some also include hard plastics) structure that may frame the front and sides of users at waist level; they usually include supports (i.e., grips) for the hands. The sides may fold over onto each other or fold in toward the front part (manually or automatically by pressing a button) to facilitate manipulation, storage, and transport. Standard folding walkers are used for permanent assistance of disabled patients and/or during rehabilitation; they also can provide adjustable widths. Carrying bags intended to store and facilitate transportation of folding walkers are also available.
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