Walkers: Cars
A walker can help you when you get in and out of a car. The steps below help you get into a car. Reverse them to get out of a car. If you have had a total hip replacement, these instructions may not apply. Be sure to ask your healthcare provider for proper instructions.


Note: Ask about a special permit to park in disabled zones. This may be available through your state’s department of motor vehicles.
Sit down
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Back up to the car seat.
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Hold on to the side of the car or the dashboard for support.
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Lower yourself slowly onto the seat edge. Watch your head.
Bring your legs into the car
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Slide back to the center of the seat.
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Lift your legs one at a time into the car.
Online Medical Reviewer:
Fetterman, Anne, RN, BSN
Online Medical Reviewer:
Joseph, Thomas N., MD
Date Last Reviewed:
5/1/2018
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