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iWALK3.0 – The Original Hands Free Knee Crutch - Alternative to Crutches and Knee Scooters - iWALK Replaces Crutches for Adults - Peg Leg Crutch For Lower Leg Injuries Only

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Age range (description) Adult
Colour Black & Blue
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  • BETTER THAN CRUTCHES OR KNEE SCOOTERS: With the iWalk3.0 hands free crutch you can do your normal daily activities, including stairs. The iWALK knee crutch frees you from the limitations of leg crutches or knee scooters.
  • REGAIN YOUR INDEPENDENCE FASTER: Why be limited by crutches? iWALK 3.0 hands free knee crutches for adults helps you resume your normal routine so you don’t have to miss out on any of life’s moments.
  • DESIGNED FOR BELOW-THE-KNEE INJURIES: the iWALK crutch works for below-the-knee injuries ONLY. Review the Qualifications for Use to confirm that the iWALK knee crutch will work for you.
  • STAY ACTIVE AND HANDS-FREE: Mastering the iWALK crutch takes just 1-3 days. This hands free crutch lets you remain functional and maintain your lifestyle during recovery from foot surgery, foot injury, ankle injury or other lower leg injury.
  • QUALIFICATIONS TO CONSIDER: Is iWALK3.0 hands free crutch right for your injury? Will you be able to use it? Review the Qualifications for Use information and videos to make sure iWALK 3.0 knee crutch is the right solution for you.
  • EASY TO LEARN: You may walk a bit slower at first but you will learn quickly. Then, iWALK crutch is a huge improvement over traditional crutches or knee scooters. If you need help our personalized technical support will guide you every step of the way.
  • FREE PERSONALIZED SUPPORT AND WARRANTY: Every purchase includes personalized tech support and full warranty coverage, ensuring that you have everything you need for a safe and comfortable experience. We’re here for you.
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  • Is discontinued by manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 41.41 x 13.97 x 20.32 cm; 2.36 kg
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ Feb. 17 2021
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ iWALKFree, Inc.
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08WJRWR57
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ iWALK3.0 Hands Free Knee Crutch
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Product Description

Why Hands Free is the Way to Go

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Hands Free Mobility

Avoid the inconvenience of crutches or knee scooters by going hands free during your recovery. Experience the future of mobility with iWALK crutch.

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Navigate Stairs

Stairs are dangerous with crutches and impossible with knee scooters. With iWALK crutch your hands are free for using the hand rail.

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Perform Daily Activities

The iWALK crutch allows you to do daily activities that you cannot do on crutches or scooters. At home or at work, iWALK makes it possible.

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Used by Doctors Too

Doctors use the iWALK crutch too. iWALK crutch is proven safe and effective . Ask your doctor if the iWALK crutch is right for you.

iWALK3.0 - Next Generation Crutch for Below Knee Injuries (Video)

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See the features and benefits of the iWALK3.0 Hands Free Crutch, and why it's a great alternative to standard crutches and knee scooters for all below knee injuries. See the qualifications for use so you can determine if iWALK3.0 will work for you before you buy.

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Qualifications for Use Video

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Before you buy, it's essential that you determine if iWALK crutch will work for you. Watch this video and find out if you meet the Qualifications for Use.

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iWALK Crutch Qualifications for Use

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What to Expect - First Time Use Through Fully Adapted

  • The iWALK crutch works for most people, but not everyone. If you don't meet the Requirements for Use, the iWALK probably will not work for you, and you are better served by a different mobility device. Please review the Qualifications thoroughly.

  • First, make sure that you meet the Qualifications for Use. Next, proper fitting of the crutch is essential, so follow our Fitting video instructions carefully. Finally, follow our video instructions for Taking Your First Steps.

  • Time to become proficient can vary considerably from person to person. Some people learn in 10-15 minutes, but others can take a day or two. This is normal. The most important things are to A) follow our video instructions, and B) Don't give up.

  • The iWALK recruits the upper thigh for stability. Plus size people may have larger thighs, which reduces the adjustment range of the iWALK and introduces more unintentional movement. This reduces stability and makes it more difficult to adapt.

  • Yes, but you may experience chafe where bare skin kneels on the crutch. Much like wearing a sock reduces chafe from a shoe, simply place a piece of fabric, such as a hand towel, between the bare skin and the kneeling platform to prevent chafe.

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Indications

Indicated for most lower limb, non-weight bearing injuries, including foot and ankle fractures, Achilles ruptures, bunion surgery, etc. for people who meet the Qualifications for Use.. In addition to typical lower leg non-weight bearing injuries, iWALK crutch is also used by below knee amputees. As an additional Requirement for Use, BKA's must have at least 4 inches of residual limb.

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FDA Class 1 Medical Device indicated for lower leg (below knee) injuries only. You must read the entire 鶹 listing to determine if you meet the qualifications for use. Follow all instructions for fitting and use before using this product

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Customers like the mobility, quality, and design of the orthopedic brace. They mention it makes their movement both around and out of the house far easier and reduces their reliance. Customers also say it's an excellent device that performs most of the tasks they are used to doing. However, some customers dislike the weight, have mixed opinions on ease of use, comfort, and stability.

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139 customers mention "Mobility"129 positive10 negative

Customers like the mobility of the orthopedic brace. They mention it makes their movement both around and out of the house far easier. They say it helps them walk up and down the stairs, gardening, and house chores without constant frustration. Some say they can walk a couple of blocks if they have to.

"...an excellent alternative to crutches as I could use my hands and carry things...." Read more

"...But it's much better than ordinary crutches since your hands are free. Would strongly recommend." Read more

"...My ankle does not move in the iWalk + Airboot when walking. There is no pain from the movement...." Read more

"...absolute game changer and has allowed me to feel, and be more confident with a broken leg. I am single, and I live alone...." Read more

70 customers mention "Quality"67 positive3 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the orthopedic brace. They mention it's an excellent device, functional, and performs most of the tasks they are used to doing. Customers also say the rubber sole performs well. Once they get the hang of it, they can move around quickly. They say it saved them for 6 weeks and works great on stairs.

"...the product is great value as it is sturdy, has lots of parts and works well...." Read more

"Absolutely amazing, works great, so much better than crutches. I used this with crutches for first few days to get use to it...." Read more

"...excellent product, highly recommend" Read more

"Excellent product! adjustable and comfortable for my 6’4 husband." Read more

46 customers mention "Design"46 positive0 negative

Customers like the design of the orthopedic brace. They mention it's brilliant, well-thought-out, and sturdy. Some say it's awesome and no complaints.

"...It allows me to do every day stuff and not be house bound. Great product. Would be nice if it somewhat lighter." Read more

"...A little extra padding may be needed. However, it is very sturdy , fairly easy to put together and adjust and very simple to put on and take..." Read more

"...Strapped it on. Well designed. After first fit with adjustments, you’re good to go. - Got up and it felt weird...." Read more

"...Very sturdy but definitely need to practice using as not easy as it seems...." Read more

26 customers mention "Life-saving"26 positive0 negative

Customers find the orthopedic brace to be life-saving. They mention it's an absolute life saver, a game-changer for their home and work life, and a great help to get on with life. Customers say the quality of life improvements are massive and the concept is great.

"Game changer!..." Read more

"LIFE SAVER - Real review from Canada..." Read more

"Absolute game changer !..." Read more

"...stuck using crutches and a knee scooter but this has changed my day to day while healing . Able to go for walks , gardening , house chores...." Read more

31 customers mention "Weight"5 positive26 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the weight of the orthopedic brace. They mention it's a little bit heavy and difficult to lift. Some also say it's not suitable for small-framed people.

"...fairly easy to put on Cons: - heavy. It will give you a back ache. - expensive" Read more

"...as I find the iWalkfree device tiring and it’s a little heavy...." Read more

"I'm 5'2 and 105 lbs and found it to be very heavy. However so useful for being mobile again!" Read more

"...First it takes more time to attach and remove. Second it is heavy and if you are older like me you will notice back discomfort after using it for..." Read more

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Fantastic knee crutch!
This has been the most helpful thing after breaking my leg down by my ankle . Works great ! I was stuck using crutches and a knee scooter but this has changed my day to day while healing . Able to go for walks , gardening , house chores. Like other reviews, the first few days are just getting used to it but after 2 weeks I’m a pro ! I would recommend this product !
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  • Salaminga
    5.0 out of 5 stars Game changer!
    Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2021
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    I really like this device. I broke my ankle in three places and required emergency surgery and a week later I am “walking” on the beach with my kids.

    It is not intuitive to put together. It is a totally new design of course and you have to watch the videos carefully and have them loaded with the pause/play button to go step by step. It took about 20 min to put together with my dad and there were videos their site about the whole process including perfect fit which took another 20 min. I have a cast boot and I also had to hit hot glue a piece of foam knee pad (gardener’s knee pad worked well) to keep my knee and shin the same height - I had to send my dad to the dollar store to pick that up as I didn’t have one at home that wasn’t covered in dust or dirt.

    So budget an hour to go from shipping box to good fit with a handy person with you so you are not frustrated. It is designed to literally fit everyone (dials for hip width, gait type, leg length etc). It took time even for an usually handy duo like us to figure it all out. But once we understood it, we respected the thoughtful and stable design, high quality materials, and comfortable touches for someone who has other pain to deal with.

    I was trying to rush putting it together 3 days after coming back from hospital and I just was not at my best trying to put it together on the first go. Not a good time for me to do something new then. I just tried again the next day and it was easier.

    I submitted a video my gait to the company and tech support called me back next business day morning with three specific adjustments that made it even better. The guy clearly knew his product and carefully reviewed my tech support ticket and called me by my name.

    What I really like is that when I walk with it my whole injured leg activates without weight-bearing, including the calves, feet and toes, due to muscle memory. I know my risk of losing too much muscle mass has to be lower. It really engages my glutes, core stabilizers and hip flexors with weight right away. I have been busted up a few other times in my athletic lifestyle, and I know physio will start smoothly once I can weight bear this time.

    In terms of ease of use, it is not easier than having my old leg. :/ I literally look like a pirate with a peg leg as there is no “spring” from below the knees, so how I balance and walk have to partially relearned so there is a learning curve, BUT as I mentioned before my brain fires my triple extension muscle chain when I step on the injured side, and those muscles pump out the swelling and get stronger again with every step.

    I still carry crutches in case I lose my balance as I am not allowed to even feather weight bear if I stumble. I am weaning myself off of those crutches after 7 days but will at least carry a cane for the rest of the time in my boot (4 more weeks). But if I had to wear this for 3-6 months I would definitely imagine I can just walk and workout in it without any other aids.

    On iWalk Day 1: it took me 40 min to go 800m on uneven sandy rolling trail. Day 7: it took me 16 min to do the same trail. I was about as fast as my kids which is not saying much usually but pretty fast considering the 12 screws and two plates in my leg put in 11 days ago.

    My ankle does not move in the iWalk + Airboot when walking. There is no pain from the movement.

    Excellent conversation piece with strangers.

    My insurance (Manulife) covered it 100%.

    I showed my doctor the research articles on the site about the reduction of blood clots on this device and she was impressed.

    I find that the vibram sole is very sticky (99% of time helpful) so you need to have adequate lift off otherwise it can get stuck behind you. To prevent this, make sure it’s the right length or a notch lower. Tight at the knee. Perhaps use the handle to “feel” the clearance.

    When I sit, I take it off, then I use it to prop my foot up, like a monopod.

    It is the only thing that lets me climb up stairs not on my butt, so thank you for that.

    Will post update week 12 after injury.

    Good luck.

    A coach liked to say….It will get easier later.
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  • Sarah Mcdonald
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic knee crutch!
    Reviewed in Canada on June 6, 2025
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    This has been the most helpful thing after breaking my leg down by my ankle . Works great ! I was stuck using crutches and a knee scooter but this has changed my day to day while healing . Able to go for walks , gardening , house chores. Like other reviews, the first few days are just getting used to it but after 2 weeks I’m a pro ! I would recommend this product !
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    Fantastic knee crutch!

    Reviewed in Canada on June 6, 2025
    This has been the most helpful thing after breaking my leg down by my ankle . Works great ! I was stuck using crutches and a knee scooter but this has changed my day to day while healing . Able to go for walks , gardening , house chores. Like other reviews, the first few days are just getting used to it but after 2 weeks I’m a pro ! I would recommend this product !
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  • J
    4.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly useful; but of course improvements possible
    Reviewed in Canada on September 5, 2023
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    Fairly badly broken foot.
    Device arrived promptly. A bit annoying that it did not come with assembly instructions but instead directs you to YouTube. I assembled it quickly using intuition and the picture on the box - for me this wasn't an issue, but apparently others have trouble getting it together.

    Pros:
    -allows your hands to be free in a way that crutches don't
    -seems sturdy and well built (I've put a lot of weight through this via heavy lifting)
    -I find it easy to take on and off
    -can be used to kneel on and move around without fastening straps
    -rubber sole performs well
    -Once you get the hang of it you can move around quickly, up and down stairs with care

    Cons:
    -developed painful blister on backside of knee from centre strap
    -slower walking than on crutches
    -leg/knee becomes sore if used too much and for too long
    -potentially awkward fitment when wearing a cast
    -trickier on non-level surfaces

    Some kind of spring/dampening system would reduce shocks and allow you to walk faster and cause less pain in the injured area. Possibly a pivoting/tilting foot would make the device work better on uneven surfaces.

    Overall, for me, this was very much worth the cost. It's allowed the restoration of some amount of freedom and personal utility during lower leg injury. Great value in my books.
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  • 鶹 Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Game changer - thank you for giving me back my independence and confidence.
    Reviewed in Canada on April 14, 2025
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    This thing is an absolute game changer and has allowed me to feel, and be more confident with a broken leg.

    I am single, and I live alone. I have a dog and a cat, and I work remotely in a home with lots of stairs.

    Since breaking my leg last week, and undergoing surgery, I have had so many waves of emotions, and feelings of despair at times from not being able to complete the smallest of tasks at home.

    In just 30 minutes after receiving this product, I was able to assemble and learn how to walk handsfree in this unit. The instruction and informational videos available on the website were extremely simple and straight forward. It’s nice to know there is a tech support line available if needed.

    This afternoon I was outside cleaning up my dogs waste in the yard, I took out my garbage and recycling, I cleaned the kitchen and did my laundry.

    It feels so good to be back up and running independently with confidence.

    This unit displaces my need for crutches and for a mobile knee scooter that I have rented locally for $60 per month. Save your money, and just buy this if you are currently not mobile due to an injury.

    One thing I have learned today, I find it much easier to walk downstairs backwards while holding a railing. It eliminates the need of having to swivel your knee in the brace in order to go downstairs.

    Thank you so much for this product!
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  • Al
    5.0 out of 5 stars Game changer for me. Feel like I have some independence back
    Reviewed in Germany on November 12, 2023
    Verified Purchase
    First Product itself is good quality. The version i got has lots of padding which helps a lot for comfort. Although it takes a little adjusting to. Once familiar the product feels like it's well thought out and sturdy. Little items like the height adjustment actually has mid stop points on different holes to allow more variability. The straps all are padded. The ability to tighten the straps and then loosen easily is great and well thought out. Really appreciate that.

    Delivery,. Took a little while to arrive but actually arrived earlier than the indicated date by a good 2 business days. So pleased about that. Delivery was by DPD and box was compact.

    First use, the website videos are really good. How to assemble it, how to get familiar with it. It feels like the manufacture actually cares to ensure the familiarity and each step is broken down (3 videos all detailing steps ).

    Personal impact, this can't be understated. As an independent person I value my freedom of movement.. being limited to crutches and being forced to sitting down due to broken foot was depressing. This device I am so happy with. The biggest thing is it allows me freedom of hands when moving which is a big thing for me. I am not back to fully mobile. I feel this is so much better than using armpit or forearm crutches. Highly recommend it.

    Cost, it's a bit expensive. And the cost on 鶹 is more than other sites in Germany by 15percent. But I wanted the value of returning easily. After the first full day with, I would pay more money for it as it improves my quality of life significantly.

    Overall, highly recommended if you can afford and value your independence. It takes work to get used to but so so so worth it.
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  • bonin romain
    5.0 out of 5 stars Vraiment un bon produit!
    Reviewed in France on April 19, 2025
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    Fracture du pied. Je ne pouvais pas trop bouger avec les béquilles...
    J'ai commandé ce produit, c'est génial!.
    Cela permet de ne pas poser le pied et de pouvoir marcher et se tenir debout sans être en appui sur des béquilles à l'anglaise qui font réellement mal au bras et aux épaules.
    Attention, une toute petite période d'adaptation de quelques heures est nécessaire.
    Sur sol lisse, pas de problème, par contre dans les cailloux je conseille fortement de prendre au moins les béquilles pour s'assurer l'équilibre.
    Le tampon antidérapant en dessous l'est vraiment !! Cela peut surprendre parfois penser à bien la régler de manière à ne pas devoir forcer à lever la jambe pour que le tampon ne vous freine pas dans votre élan, sinon la chute est assurée
    J'ai réglé légèrement plus court de manière à éviter cet inconvénient de tampon. Trop antidérapant.
    Sinon rien à redire. Cela m'a beaucoup aidé pendant ma convalescence pour pouvoir me déplacer. Un peu embêtant à mettre et à enlever au début mais une fois qu'on a pris le coup, les trois attaches rapides vont très bien à mettre.
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  • Bryan Gibb
    5.0 out of 5 stars Retain the ability to do day-to-day activities that can’t be done with crutches
    Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2024
    Verified Purchase
    I’ve been using tthis for almost a month after fracturing a bone in my foot— a no weight bearing injury. Using crutches for a couple of days was physically exhausting and mentally depressing because I did not have the mobility or independence to easily carry out many daily activities. My sister recommended this product and most of the reviews were glowing. Without rereading them all, I’m going to reiterate the sentiment— the iWalk is fantastic and I highly recommend it.

    For context, I’m close to the maximum height and weight limits of the device and its held up just fine. I was using the device to get around the house within an hour of setting it up, and became comfortable using it regularly within a day or two. Let me try to capture a few quirks and features and for me as well as my use and limitations.

    quirks and features:
    - Adding additional padding for significantly improved comfort for my knee. I tried memory foam that others suggested, but ended up with purple brand pillow insert. Its basically 3/4 of inch thick soft padding that is about the size of a pillow. I have it folded over two times to fit the device. I say this not to recommend that you purchase the same pillow insert, but I had it sitting around already and for me it worked better than the memory foam that I tried. (iWalk: if you read these reviews, consider making and selling some pad accessories)
    - Getting the straps on tight is essential for best function. When the straps are snug, this feels like a solid extension of your leg and improvese balance and confidence when using. Its something that needs to be checked and corrected every time I put the iWalk on. If one or more straps are even a little bit loose, then it allows for some play relative to the leg/knee, which makes it easier to have a mis-step or trouble maintaining balance.
    - I’m able to get around almost everywhere I want with the iWalk and since it’s hand free, this gives me most function. I’m able to do things around the house (cooking, cleaning, yard work), shopping, attend my son’s sports games, go out to restaurants. I’m able to get up and down stairs, though doing so requires extra concentration and I follow the iWalk recommendation of going backwards downs stairs unless its a single step.
    - It took me about an hour to setup the iWalk. It has to be assembled, but their video instructions made doing this easy. Fine tuning the adjustment, especially with the straps took another day or two, but once then it becomes easy to identify and correct issues. For example, I went from a walking boot (before surgery) to a splint (following surgey) to a hard cast. Each of those changed the way that the straps fit, and required adjustment. Its not hard to do, and important to do it to ensure a good fit.
    - Some (most or all) boots come with an air bladder and push pump integrated on the boot. Mine has the pump on the front, which isn’t ideal. In my case walking around with the iWalk in the boot would gradually inflate the bladder, so I would periodically need to release the pressue. This was a minor annoyance. If you have a choice, I recommend getting a boot with the pump off to the side.
    - This works best on flat solid surfaces. When the ground is uneven, i.e. grass sports fields or not solid, i.e. thick carpet or sand, the device is harder to use and its essential to have the iWalk on with a great fit (tight straps).
    - I also have a knee scooter and aluminum crutches. I use the iWalk most of the time and especially around the house. The crutches are mostly used for showering. I’ve used the knee scooter mostly for sports tournaments because it is easier for traversing longer distances and can be used as seat*.
    -Over the course of the month I’ve been using it, there have been days that I’ve worn the iWalk for many hours. While the device itself remains comfortable (with my added pad), there is fatigue and sometime pain in the knee, which is similar to a bursitis. This pain goes away and seems to reset by resting my knee, but now I try to limit how long I’ll be wearing it for an individual use and total throughout the day to avoid this becoming a bigger issue.
    - Its possible to use this without the straps where you hold the grab handle. It works, but I only do this when going short distances in the house, like going to the bathroom or doing something else where I’ll be back sitting quickly. Using the iWalk this way is a totally different experience and always demands concentration and care to avoid falling.
    - I showed this to my orthopaedic surgeon and said that they don’t typically recommend because it may not work well for older individuals who have arthritis in their knees or balance issues, but were fine with younger people using it.

    Overall: I use this every day and having my hands free enables me to get around almost anywhere I need to go and do many of the day-to-day tasks that just can’t be done easily or at all with crutches. Everywhere I go, I get comments from people asking me about this. Its really an innovative device and I’m very happy that I purchased it. If you have doubts, ask your physician about it first.
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  • Aiden
    5.0 out of 5 stars Get your freedom back!
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 1, 2024
    Verified Purchase
    Being a very active individual I was devastated after I fractured 2 metatarsals and required a cast for 6-8 weeks with no weight bearing. I also have 2 young children and a wife that already does more than her fair share of looking after them, so this injury was only going to add to that pressure.

    I was loaned some normal crutches, but the sheer uncomfortableness of extended use, not being able to do simple things like carry a drink and not to mention the heartache of not being able to pick up my children was all too much.

    Fortunately I somehow came across the iWalk 3.0 and although fairly pricey I thought that it was definitely was worth a shot.

    First off, the iWalk 3.0 is certainly very easy to assemble, I would probably say it took me 5-10 minutes but being a typical bloke I didn't look at the instructions. I also didn't initially watch the fitting video which I would definitely recommend you do, as although I had pretty much got it right there were some fine adjustments which made it fit even better.

    Upon first use I did get used to walking with it basically straight away. I did notice I was starting to get a hotspot right at the top of my cast on my shin bone which was quite uncomfortable. I tried putting a microfibre cloth down the gap but it wasn't having much relief from that, so I decided to watch the fitting video again. This mentioned that when you are in a cast they recommend that you get the top of it tapered by the casting specialist and if you cannot then use a folded over towel/cloth between the top of the cast and the bottom of your knee. I did the latter and it did make a big difference, but it was a bit inconvenient having to do this every time. Fortunately, when I went back to have another x-ray the casting team (Who loved the iWalk 3.0) had to remove my cast and they kindly tapered the top (Which is basically cutting a V shape into the cast). After this had been done I had no more hot spots and it was very comfortable to wear the iWalk 3.0, so I definitely recommend you get this done!

    Stairs.... Absolutely fine going up the stairs with the iWalk 3.0, but I would say going down the stairs is a bit bit more awkward. I find I have to go down backwards otherwise my foot hits against the stairs and turning around to face backwards wouldn't be the easiest if you are not very mobile.

    Walking distances.... I would say that you wouldn't want to be going any sort of distance on the iWalk 3.0. Not that is isn't possible, but it still isn't a complete natural movement, so as comfortable as it may be compared with normal crutches, distance would get tiresome and eventually uncomfortable in some way. I have managed probably around 0.5 mile on a single distance (Then 0.5 mile back) and this seemed OK.

    I have been using the iWalk 3.0 for about 1.5 weeks now and although it is a bit of an inconvenience having to strap into it every time, the benefits far outweigh this! You feel a lot more independent and capable of doing things yourself again, a lot less reliant on other people doing things for you. If you are debating whether or not this will benefit you when spending an extended period of time not being able to bear weight on a single leg, it will.

    I was going to give it 4 stars because £180 is still a lot of money, but I feel 5 stars is worthy as it has helped me enough to justify it.
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  • Alberto Gonzalez Velado
    5.0 out of 5 stars Salvavidas
    Reviewed in Spain on January 3, 2025
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    Me
    He podido ir de viaje y dar hasta 20.000
    Pasos diarios con una fractura de tobillo por terreno irregular cuestas y escaleras.
    Requiere un mínimo de
    Forma física y equilibrio solamente
    Soy Traumatólogo y sin duda lo
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