Supported sitting
Use the person’s usual stable seating or another safely supported sitting position. Keep the pelvis, trunk, head and feet supported as normally required.
Phase-1 Fitting Support
Mobility, Walker & Standing Measurements
Use this guide to prepare preliminary measurements for walkers, gait trainers, standing frames and related mobility support. It can be used for children or adults.
You do not need to complete every field. Enter “Not sure” or “Unable to measure safely” where appropriate.
Measurements support SafetyAid’s equipment review but do not confirm final sizing, suitability or safety.
Only measure in a safe, supported position
Never ask the person to sit or stand without their usual safe support. Do not remove necessary braces, mobility equipment or assistance merely to take a measurement. Stop if the person becomes uncomfortable, unstable or experiences pain.
If standing cannot be completed safely, record “Unable to measure safely.” SafetyAid may request an alternative measurement, photo, video or professional input later.
Preparation
Before you start
- Use centimetres.
- Use a firm, level floor where relevant.
- Keep the person comfortably supported.
- Use the person’s usual safe footwear, orthoses or standing support when these affect normal equipment use.
- Keep the tape straight without pressing into the body.
- Ask another adult to assist when one person cannot position the tape safely.
- Do not force the person into a straighter sitting or standing position.
- Record “Not sure” rather than guessing.
Safe positioning
Choose the safest position
Supported standing
Take standing measurements only when the person can remain safely supported using their usual assistance, standing frame, walker, rails or caregiver support.
Unable to stand safely
Do not attempt unsupported standing. Complete the sitting or floor-based measurements that can be taken safely and leave the remaining fields as “Unable to measure safely.”
A family member or caregiver may prepare preliminary measurements. Complex standing, gait, posture or mobility needs may benefit from help from a physiotherapist, occupational therapist, orthotist or rehabilitation professional.
Professional involvement is helpful when needed but is not required to begin a SafetyAid assessment.
This guide supports equipment preparation only. It does not provide medical diagnosis, treatment or clinical assessment.
Standing / Mobility / Walker
Standing / Mobility / Walker Measurements
Used for walkers, forearm walkers, posterior walkers, standing frames, gait trainers, and mobility support systems.
Use the lettered body measurements below with the diagram. SafetyAid & Co. may also ask for walking, standing, or support videos before final recommendation.
Measurement unit: centimeters (cm). Please write all measurements in centimeters.
Please write all measurements in centimeters (cm).
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| Letter / section | Measurement / item | Measurement / answer | Notes for SafetyAid & Co. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Section 1 - Basic information | |||
| Patient name | |||
| Age | |||
| Approx weight | |||
| Section 2 - Standing / walker body measurements | |||
| A | Lower leg lengthMeasured from the back of the knee to the floor. | ||
| B | Leg lengthMeasured from the hip bone to the floor. | ||
| C1 | Elbow height to hipMeasured from the bent elbow to the hip. | ||
| C2 | Elbow height to floorMeasured from the bent elbow to the floor. | ||
| D | Chest heightMeasured from the armpit to the floor. | ||
| E | Overall body heightMeasured from the top of the head to the floor. | ||
| F | Trunk widthMeasured at the widest location. | ||
| G | Hip widthMeasured at the widest location. | ||
| Section 3 - SafetyAid & Co. mobility/support observations | |||
| Diagnosis / condition | |||
| Main mobility goal | |||
| Caregiver support needed | |||
| Standing tolerance | |||
| Can stand with support? | |||
| Can step with support? | |||
| Balance level | |||
| Current walker / frame used | |||
| Indoor or outdoor use | |||
| Notes / photos needed | |||
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