Amazon.com: Customer reviews: Roscoe Knee Scooter with Basket - Knee Walker for Ankle or Foot Injuries - Height Adjustable Knee Crutch Medical Scooter, Burgundy

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Life Saver for Bunionectomy Foot Surgery!!

December 13, 2016

This is a high-quality knee scooter for the price and a much better option than renting. It has been so easy to get around inside my house while I recover from bunionectomy surgery, for the next several weeks. I have also used it outside once and it is easy to maneuver. As a female, this is much better to use then trying to hobble around on crutches. I did a lot of checking around for the different knee scooters and this one has one of the highest ratings.

I also love the fact that it has a basket in the front and I can put my purse or other necessity items in it. It's very comfortable and allows me to keep my knee raised. I also purchased separately the fleece cover that is also sold on Amazon.com. This cover is very helpful to keep your leg from sliding around on the vinyl seat. I highly recommend it for anyone who is getting bunionectomy surgery!

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Happy Husband

... on many competitors before ordering this scooter and am happy with my purchase

May 21, 2018

I like the drum brake because unlike most other brands it will work if it gets wet, Also the frame is very study however I only used it 8 days and noticed the knee cushion is crushed. I do weigh 208 lbs however this is marketed to hold 350 lbs. It has a 90 day full warranty so I contacted the manufacturer who will do nothing for me. They tell me to contact Amazon about a return when all they would need to do is send me a new cushion. Anybody needing this is at least temporarily handicapped and can not wait the time to return and purchase another or worse yet repack it and take it to a shipper on one leg. Poor customer service on the part of the manufacturer. Not Amazons fault!

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Chloe

Life Saver for Bunionectomy Foot Surgery!!

December 13, 2016

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Arly from Kentucky

Great alternative to crutches for foot injuries.

November 21, 2016

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After my wife had surgery on her right foot, she had to keep the weight off it for about 5 weeks. She had tried crutches before when she had a minor injury to her other foot and they were uncomfortable for her to use. A scooter was the best solution for her. At first we rented a scooter at our pharmacy, it was costing $20.00 a week which is not a great amount, but I thought maybe buying one would be a better option. I looked at medical supply stores and some were as high as $500. Next I looked at E-bay where they were more economically priced, but I needed one right away and could not wait for an auction to end.
As usual, Amazon had this one which fit our needs, it was compact, priced well and was shipped quickly as I had signed up for Prime on a trial basis.
These scooters are a big help allowing the injured to move around at home and if you go somewhere, to be able to get around a whole lot easier than on crutches. This Roscoe Knee Scooter has a split pad that can be positioned to accommodate a person with an injury to either foot. It has a brake which helps when on an incline and it can be locked like an emergency brake on a car. Turning is somewhat limited by stops, apparently to help keep a person from turning the scooter over if steered too sharply. The wheels are big enough to use the scooter outside on pavement or concrete but not so good on grass or soft earth, it works fine on carpet or smooth floors and the wheels are not supposed to mar hardwood or make marks on floors, The handlebar assy. has a latch that allows folding when transporting the scooter in your car trunk or back seat. When ready to use again the handlebars hinge back up and lock with a cross bolt like pin and a locking lever. This arrangement is secure and works fine, it also is adjustable.
Our house is fairly small, but my wife was able to use this scooter quite well, although it was somewhat difficult to turn some times and she had to lift up on the rear wheels to make it go where needed. Also, she had to back out of certain areas with it, or I would turn it around for her. Even though it was somewhat difficult to use at times, this scooter was a great help for her to get around without much assistance. I would help her in a store or at the hospital or doctor's office by pushing on her back while she held the other foot up off the floor, it takes little effort to move the scooter and the wheels roll easily on roller bearings.
All said, this scooter paid for itself just for the convenience of being able to move around with much less effort and trouble compared to crutches. We'll keep this scooter in case she needs it again or if someone in the family needs to use it, hopefully not me. Get one if you need it, you won't regret the purchase.

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August 28, 2011

I purchased the Roscoe Knee Walker after purchasing and being disappointed by the Kneebop Scooter. The Roscoe is superior to the Kneebop in three ways. First, the height of the knee platform is more adjustable on the Roscoe. I am 5'4" and on the Kneebop, I could not fit on the on the knee platform without it causing my hip to hitch up. I had it set at the lowest setting. On the Roscoe, I could adjust it so that my hips were even. Also, the foam pad on the Roscoe was both supportive and cushioned. On the Kneebop, the foam was too squishy and my knee cap sort of slid toward the front of my thigh as a result. This was a deal breaker. It's like having a weak ankle and walking on dry sand as opposed to wet. I have rheumatoid arthritis and my tendons are loose. To have my knee rest on too soft of a surface caused immediate discomfort. If I had used the scooter long term, it would have been problematic. The Roscoe was far more supportive, and after 6 weeks of constant use, my knee feels just fine. Also, the wheels on the Roscoe are wider and feel more stable.

The two downsides to the Roscoe are: 1) the turning radius is wide; and 2) the handbrake was really tight. I resolved both of these problems with a trip to my local bike shop, where they altered the steering column to increase the turning radius, and changed the brake cable so that it was easier to squeeze. Be careful if you adjust the radius, however--it makes the scooter less stable. Given the tiny square footage of our house, I opted for a less stable, but easier to maneuver scooter.

Overall, I have loved the Roscoe scooter. I have been able to get it into my minivan by myself, even with RA, and a foot in the cast. It has made my recovery from ankle fusion surgery doable. I have a 5 yo at home, and it was crucial that I was as mobile as I could be during this lengthy recovery.

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May 21, 2015

I second the emotion of the reviewer who expressed sympathy for anyone in the market for one of these. However, after a week of crutching around my house on hardwood floors (terrifying) and trying to get around at my son's outdoor sporting events (exhausting), receiving the Roscoe Knee Scooter was exhilarating! I can only assume the problems pointed out by previous reviewers have been improved on by the company in response. I found the assembly very easy and intuitive. I read the directions, but in retrospect, only needed them to reference landmarks for proper fitting. The means of assembly will seem familiar if you own a bicycle, eg. the quick release on the steering column is the same as the one on the wheels of your mountain bike. I also found the brake worked perfectly out of the box, and the turning radius was not a barrier for use in my home. I do have to make multi point turns in some tight spots, or I can just lift the scooter around. The scooter is pretty light and easy to maneuver. The knee platform is comfortable; they even thought to place a recess for the top of your cast or splint. I'm elated to have the use of my hands back, to be able to carry things in the basket, all while feeling perfectly safe, and moving at a very good pace (faster than walking). The only problem I've noted is I cannot get the basket to fully click into place. However, it does not seem to want to come off during use either, and this might be by design (not sure). Bottom line: this scooter has been the one bright spot in my otherwise sad ruptured Achilles' tendon saga. Anyone who is non-weight bearing due to a foot or ankle injury should obtain one of these as quickly as possible!

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Happy Husband

... on many competitors before ordering this scooter and am happy with my purchase

May 21, 2018

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July 25, 2015

I had flat foot reconstruction surgery earlier this year and purchased this scooter in advance after reading many reviews and looking at options. I did submit my receipt along with a prescription to my insurance carrier and they reimbursed part of the price. I was pleased with this scooter, even though the overall situation was less than stellar.

I put it together about a week prior to surgery and adjusted it to my height. It was good that I got some practice and also tested out which furniture needed to be moved to accommodate the scooter while I had use of both feet. This thing was a lifesaver after surgery and became like an extension of me. I got anxious if anyone moved it out of my reach. Lol.

The parking break works well and I trusted it. The basket was very helpful. When I returned to work I cut a fast food drink carrier in half (from four to two) and put it in the bottom of the basket to keep my drinks from tipping over.

It was light enough that even balancing on one foot I was able to lift it into and out of my car on my own. The first week I went back to work I put the scooter in the back of my suv and used a walker to get to the drivers seat. I eventually got to where I put it in my back seat and hopped on one foot alongside the car to the drivers seat. This was within my abilities and I don't recommend pushing yourself beyond your abilities. My point is that it fit in the back seat of my Honda CR-V without even having to fold down the handlebars.

Near the end of my recovery I also figured out how to drag it up the stairs with me because I hated using the Walker or crutches up there. It was doable, although I never attempted to take it back down the stairs on my own. Dangerous and stupid? Possibly. But the husband was working nights and I hated the crutches and I'm stubborn.

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December 22, 2016

I did a lot of research before buying my scooter and I do not agree with all the raving compliments concerning this scooter. This scooter does not do well going over cracks in the sidewalk etc. I nearly flipped over the handle bars on 3 occasions because the wheels suddenly came to a complete stop at the bumps in the sidewalk. If you are in a mall on flat surface or wood floors, it does fine, but I am very unhappy with it's ability to work outside. Working on carpet is not a walk in the park either. You need some leg strength to get it moving. Brakes are fine, only on one side of handlebars, but completely adequate. It's turning radius is NOT sharp so I find myself picking the scooter up to turn it around in tight spaces all the time. If you are going to be on it more than 3 weeks, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE SHEEPSKIN PAD THAT YOU CAN BUY EXTRA FOR YOUR KNEE. The cushion is fair at best.
If I were to buy again I would undoubtedly get one for outdoor terrain. I think they only have three wheels.
Not a fan of this scooter...

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Cabell

How to make your recovery brighter

November 3, 2014

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I purchased this scooter in a cheery red. (Burgundy) It was perfect for zipping around, going to the store, or doing things that required walking or standing for a length of time. The bright color helped make the dismal time of a broken ankle seem not so bad. The cushioned seat was comfortable, the brakes and the basket (comes included) were handy. When I went out, everyone stopped me to ask about my bike and said they wanted one, too. People were helpful at the grocery, helping me place it in or out of my trunk. (Although, I was able to do it on my own, it was nice of people to offer) The scooter helped me feel independent. **note** It wasn't that easy to collapse, but I found it fit in my Honda trunk easily. The only problem I had was that it was difficult to navigate in and out of small spaces. (like bathrooms) But, there are ways to get around this, like turning it backwards before entering a small space. Also, people told me (all of these) scooters could tip, so it's important to be careful. For the most part, it was a great conversation starter as I went about daily activities. Many people shared their broken ankle "war stories" with me, and made jokes about getting a little bell and streamers for my handle bars. The best part of using this scooter was that it made me feel younger, rather than older. I recommend this scooter to make your recovery a bit brighter.

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Kirk Walker

Makes me mobile again

September 4, 2012

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I have been using this for a month now. It is a necessity. I had to fly through several airports 2 weeks after a painful injury that broke and shattered multiple bones below the knee. I was scooting past all the able bodied people and skipped using the moving walkways in several airports. If you go too fast you must be careful not to tip over as the scooter has a high center of gravity, especially with a tall person like me. I have it set on maximum height as I am over 6'-2". I now can go shopping on my own without a wheelchair. You cannot carry anything much while on crutches. I now use it to go for "walks" with my dogs. My big dogs can pull me, but are not yet well enough trained for doing this safely.

The scooter is sturdy and folds up easily. Just follow the YouTube video to assemble it. It fits well in the back seat of a car and in many car trunks, but not all. It is bulky folded, as a strong scooter may need to be. It survived being gate checked on numerous flights. The wheels are fine on asphalt and concrete, although much faster on smooth floors as in stores and airports. Sidewalk bumps are not a problem as others suggest, if you are mindful of them. It does not do as well on grass, but you can lift it in steps over rough ground. It does not turn tightly enough for use in my kitchen, but I primarily use it outside of the house. I am able to travel as fast as most joggers, but must be mindful of balance. If you only use it on paved surfaces at sedate speeds, it will be just fine.

Suggested improvements:
1. I would love a model with larger wheels or even pneumatic tires. I could then cross grass or rougher ground.
2. It could use an attachment for carrying crutches. I bungee cord mine to the bottom when I need to bring them (often). It could also use some shopping bag hooks; I use the basket and the handle bars for shopping bags.
3. The wheels have a bit of a wobble when you go fast. This could likely be adjusted and you probably should not go so fast with a broken limb anyhow! But I refuse to be a slow old cripple.
4. If it had an adjustable front wheelbase it would be narrow enough to fit in the car , but wide enough to give more stability. This is not such an issue for the slow old folks.

When I am done with it I will likely sell it for close to what I paid. People hopefully only need these for a few months at a time and it looks built to last for years, if maintained and adjusted. This scooter sells or "rents" for much more on sites other than Amazon.

When my leg is sort of working again (likely never!), I may start using a standard kick or, even better, a "pedalflow" scooter (by Micro of Switzerland [...]) as scooters are a great way to get around if one of your ankles or feet does not work well. It will be much faster than using a cane.

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gemslover

Squeaker scooter is a pain in the knee

October 17, 2018

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This knee scooter has a padded split seat design. The padding in the front deteriorated very quickly (within 6 weeks). The newest issue is that it squeaks. Initially the squeak was only occasionally when backing up. Now it's more so than not, whether you're going forwards or backwards. It's just continually squeaks. I've used many knee scooters in the past due to surgeries on my left and right foot and my right ankle. Those scooters have been medical rentals through my insurance or I've rented them from a medical supply store. They never ever squeaked and even though they are all uncomfortable on your knee, they were not to the extent that this one is. My last rental scooter was this exact model so I expected great things. Now it just causes me even more pain (along with my broken foot) and embarrassment (squeak, squeak). Do not purchase! It's a piece of junk.

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