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

After being left with a serious ankle injury after a RTA, I've been 5 months (and counting) unable to put weight on my right ankle as I await surgery.Very quickly I found that long term use of crutches absolutely destroyed my shoulders and so after looking for alternatives, I found and purchased the iwalk 3.0.After being initially very wary when wearing the device, I swiftly graduated from using 2 crutches, to 1 crutch to no crutches when using it. With regular use, you get your balance and confidence - to the point that i feel now it is by far and away the best tool to use for getting about if you want to feel as close to normal walking as you can.Yes your knee might ache if you wear it a lot and walk long distances and yes you have to take it on and off repeatedly when you sit down, but these are small prices to pay for being able to walk independently, be able to stand at your normal height and be able to to 90% of everything you used to be able to do.I was skeptical of their promotional videos showing people doing the shopping and hoovering whilst wearing it, but with enough practice, it's easily achievable for anyone - I'd say - but it's largely about finding your balance then confidence.Technically this device is superb. Its pretty easy to assemble and size up. The instructions that are available online are very useful. Once measured correctly the straps fit Intuitively and getting them on and off is a doddle. Which is just as well, as you'll be getting it on and off loads.Overall, I have zero complaints. This device has made life after my accident more bearable, and provided me with a facsimile of normality that crutches, wheelchairs or mobility scooters cannot provide. I still need other devices for prolonged distances, but i say with all honesty this product is a life changer for those in my position.For anyone with a single lower leg injury that may take weeks or months to heal, do not worry one bit about getting one of these. It is brilliant.

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.

Garbage piece of kit. I’m none weight bearing after surgery for Haglunds disorder. I’ve been using a knee scooter but wanted more freedom with stairs and uneven ground. Bought this thinking it would help give me some more independence. It’s very uncomfortable and heavy. Puts a lot of strain on other areas of your body, including lower back and the good leg. It’s also dangerous and I had a couple of near falls so it’s in the bin now. Total waste of money.

Pretty much like everyone’s has stated, it’s a good product. Price is definitely a factor as it could’ve have been cheaper. Pretty straight forward to use but getting it on and off could be deemed time consuming. It’s relatively comfortable and offers support.