{"product_id":"walker-glide-brakes-w-3-wheels-fits-1-tubing-300-lb-capacity-pair","title":"Walker Glide Brakes w\/ 3-Inch Wheels, Fits 1-Inch Tubing, 300 lb, Pair","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Drive Medical Walker Glide Brakes combine smooth rolling mobility with reliable pressure-activated braking for wheeled walker users. The 3-inch wheels glide effortlessly across floors until the user applies weight to the hand grips, engaging the rubber tip brake for controlled, confident stopping. Sold as a pair, these glide brakes fit standard 1-inch diameter walker tubing and support up to 300 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold as 1 pair of glide brakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for the back legs of a wheeled walker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-inch wheels glide smoothly until weight is applied to hand grips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber tip brake activates automatically with downward pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 inches of height adjustment for a custom fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1-inch diameter walker tubing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports up to 300 lbs weight capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSKU: 1084A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Drive Medical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWheel Size: 3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits Tubing: 1-inch diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight Adjustment: 8 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight Capacity: 300 lbs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity: 1 pair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of Origin: China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese glide brakes are well suited for older adults and rehabilitation patients who use a wheeled walker and need a more controlled braking mechanism than standard tennis ball glides provide. Physical and occupational therapists frequently recommend pressure-activated glide brakes for patients recovering from hip or knee surgery who require a stable, predictable gait aid. Caregivers and home health aides will appreciate the tool-free height adjustment, making it easy to fit the brakes to different users or walker models. They are also a practical replacement option for worn or missing rear walker attachments in long-term care and assisted living settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size walker tubing do these glide brakes fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese glide brakes are designed to fit 1-inch diameter walker tubing, which is the most common size for standard wheeled walkers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the braking mechanism work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 3-inch wheel rolls freely when the walker is in motion. When the user applies downward pressure to the hand grips — as they naturally do when bearing weight — the rubber tip engages the floor and acts as a brake, slowing or stopping movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the height be adjusted?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. These glide brakes allow up to 8 inches of height adjustment so they can be properly fitted to the walker leg length and user height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre these sold as a pair?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, each order includes one pair (2 glide brakes) intended for both rear legs of a wheeled walker.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drive Medical","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40388495704118,"sku":"1084A","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1443\/4772\/products\/1084A.jpg?v=1776404681","url":"https:\/\/www.precisionlabworks.com\/en-ca\/products\/walker-glide-brakes-w-3-wheels-fits-1-tubing-300-lb-capacity-pair","provider":"Precision Lab Works","version":"1.0","type":"link"}