Boomer Mobility Aid That Climbs/Descends Stairs

Most walkers are useless for getting up and down stairs. But the Boomer actively aids the process instead of hampering it. Designed for stability when walking, Boomer's four wheels roll forward or backward on the ground, but when you mount or descend stairs, a push of a button raises the front wheels, and just the back wheels negotiate the stairs. You can lean your weight on the frame to steady you, while the back wheels move up and down to assist your climb.

And Boomer's other features aren't bad either. Sleek and aerodynamic, it's a far cry from your mom's walker. Gas-assisted injection molding technology makes the Boomer light weight and hollow so all of the brake mechanisms and cables are stored within the structure. The push of another button allows you to raise and lower the Boomer for correct height position; the chair and back rest are cushioned for comfort; and the back rest features a zippered compartment, to keep personal items like wallet and keys, which can fold out to carry larger items when you go shopping (instead of using that tacky metal basket).

Source: inventorspot.comAdded: 20 April 2009