The Medacure Bariatric 2-Button Folding Walker is a heavy-duty mobility aid designed for bariatric users requiring additional support and stability in homecare, rehabilitation, assisted living, and long-term care environments. The extra-wide frame incorporates reinforced steel legs and side braces while maintaining a folding design for storage and transport.
Available in both AWNW-B500 standard and AW5W-B500 5-inch wheel configurations, the walker features independent side operation, adjustable height settings from 32 inches to 39 inches, and a wider, deeper frame design to accommodate users up to 600 lbs. The wheeled model adds dual 5-inch front wheels, while both models utilize vinyl-contoured hand grips and a dual-button folding mechanism for everyday mobility support.
Key Performance Features
-
Two Configuration Options: Available as the AWNW-B500 standard bariatric walker or AW5W-B500 walker with 5-inch front wheels.
-
Bariatric Capacity Design: Wider and deeper frame construction accommodates users up to 600 lbs while maintaining walking stability.
-
Reinforced Frame Construction: Steel legs and side braces provide additional structural support for bariatric mobility applications.
-
Adjustable Height Range: Height adjusts from 32 inches to 39 inches to accommodate a variety of user requirements.
-
Two-Button Folding Mechanism: Push-button release system can be operated by fingers, palms, or the side of the hand for folding and transport.
-
Independent Side Operation: Each side operates independently to assist movement through narrow spaces and provide additional standing stability.
- 5-Inch Wheel Option: AW5W-B500 configuration includes dual 5-inch front wheels for assisted mobility across a variety of surfaces.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Medacure |
| Product Name | Bariatric 2-Button Folding Walker |
| Product Type | Bariatric Folding Mobility Walker |
| Available Models | AWNW-B500 Standard Walker, AW5W-B500 Walker with 5" Wheels |
| HCPCS Code | AW5W-B500: E0149 |
| Adjustable Height Range | 32" – 39" |
| Inside Hand Grip Width | 20.5" |
| Inside Back Legs Width | 23" |
| Overall Width | AWNW-B500: 25.25" / AW5W-B500: 27" |
| Weight Capacity | 600 lbs |
| Wheel Size | AW5W-B500: 5" Wheels |
| Product Weight | Approximately 8 lbs |
| Frame Construction | Aluminum Frame with Reinforced Steel Legs and Side Braces |
| Hand Grips | Vinyl-Contoured Grips |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime Warranty |




