The Alerta 2-in-1 Wheelchair Rollator is a hybrid mobility device that converts between a rollator walking frame and a seated transit wheelchair.
The lightweight aluminium frame supports 136kg and folds for transport and storage. In rollator mode, the patient walks behind the frame with stability support from the handlebars and loop-lever brakes. In wheelchair mode, the seat unfolds and the device functions as a lightweight transit chair. The dual-mode design supports patients whose mobility varies throughout the day or who fatigue during longer journeys.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Code | NCL-ALT-BE008 |
| Type | 2-in-1 wheelchair/rollator hybrid |
| Weight Capacity | 136kg |
| Material | Aluminium |
| Brakes | Loop-lever (walking) + parking brakes (seated) |
| Storage | Foldable |
| Application | Care homes, community care, rehabilitation |
Mobility aids should be selected based on the individual's assessed mobility needs. CQC Regulation 12 requires that mobility equipment is appropriate, regularly inspected, and documented within the care plan. The hybrid design supports rehabilitation goals by encouraging ambulant mobility where possible while providing seated transport when fatigue or distance requires it.
How does the conversion between rollator and wheelchair work?
The seat panel folds up for rollator mode and folds down for wheelchair mode. The conversion takes seconds without tools. In rollator mode, the user walks behind the frame. In wheelchair mode, the user sits on the deployed seat and a carer pushes from behind using the handlebar grips.
What mobility level is required for rollator mode?
The user must be able to bear their own weight and maintain a standing posture while gripping the handlebars. Patients who cannot weight-bear independently should use wheelchair mode only, with a carer providing propulsion. A physiotherapy assessment determines which mode is appropriate.