Mrs Bovy, hemiplegic

Testimonial from Mrs. B.

In what circumstances did you use the Wheeleo®? What was your journey?
An unfortunate stroke in September, I arrived at William Lennox and very quickly the rehabilitation began.

How did your rehabilitation go? At what point did you use the Wheeleo®?
First the legs, a little bit of the arms, and then we started walking in the “basement”, along the ramp. And then after that, I was quickly given the Wheeleo®.

What was your first impression when you saw it? Did you have any preconceptions?
No, because from the moment you put it in our hands, I assume it’s safe.

How did your first use of the Wheeleo® go?
Quite easily, I took it and then I started to trot. It was easy. It’s a stable support that moves well, so what more could you ask for?

What advantages did the Wheeleo® bring you?
Compared to the quad cane, it’s easy because it doesn’t leave the ground. It always stays in contact with the ground and it’s easier to move forward with it.

Did you have any disadvantages when using it?
No, none at all.

Were you afraid that the Wheeleo® wouldn’t be stable because of the wheels?
You might think so, but actually not at all, it always stays close to me.

Would your rehabilitation have been different without the Wheeleo®?
I would have had the quad cane, it probably would have worked the same way but taken longer, because each time you have to lift it, put it down, lift it, put it down. Whereas here, it goes in one go.

If you had to choose a cane for walking, which one would you choose?
Always the Wheeleo®, it’s more stable, I feel more at ease with it than with a crutch.

What would you say to people who think it needs brakes?
It’s not necessary, it doesn’t brake, it stops when it needs to, it starts when it needs to and follows when it needs to, it’s well designed.

What would you say to someone who has never used the Wheeleo®?
It’s a walking aid and you can really have full confidence in the device because nothing ever happens. I’ve never seen anyone fall during rehabilitation here.

You’re nearing the end of your rehabilitation. Which cane will you leave with?
With a Wheeleo®!

A big thank you to Mrs. B.