What a great idea you guys. Sarah was suggesting something similar but we never got around to it. I'll follow through though as we have tons of tennis players around hre and I'm sure I'll get lucky and find some balls destined to go to the garbage.
I am also going to give the gliders a try. I was told hey only last about a month and are a bit expensive if that's he case.
But mostly, I need to shed the walker and that is my ultimate goal.
Thanks again you guys.
Julie
Ess beat me to the answer - makes friends with the local pro. They always have tons of balls left between that are flat and no longer playable. good luck with finding this budget stretcher! - L
Have you tried any local schools or colleges, tennis facilites or country clubs? They often have tennis balls too worn for the sport but perfect for you.
Good luck,
ess
I dont have any ideas for you but I just wanted to tell you how happy I am to hear the you are on on to the walker instead of the chair. Way to go!
Love,
Michelle
The little ski glides are fantastic!
Q
Thanks you guys. These are great ideas. I have seen the ski glides at a med store here in town selling for 9.95 and they said only last about a month, so I'll look into the products you guys mentioned as well as the racket balls.
Appreciate you guys putting me in the right direction. :)
Julie
Ren you beat me to it, walker ski glides (lol) you can see 3 types of 'caps' on this web site...
http://www.qualitymedicalsupplies.com/page/QMS/CTGY/MA-GC
I was also going to mention trying a rubber ball instead of the tennis balls but Alex probably told you a more indurable type of ball.
Cheers.....JJ
Have you tried racket balls they are more durable. Blue rubber. I buy them for my dogs who can destroy tennis balls easily.
Found these at Amazon. They are plastic glides. It shows pic on site. Can't vouch for their durability but it is a substitute. Link:
http://www.amazon.com/Duro-Med-510-1031-0000-Universal-Walker-Glides/dp/B0009STN0G
Product Features
* Universal walker ski glides are designed to fit most 1" and 7/8" standard walker extension legs
* They are designed to glide smoothly across most floor surfaces
* Easy to install and made of durable nylon or composite plastic
* Will last up to three times longer than conventional walker glides under normal use
Drive Medical supply has their version of a tennis ball glide with a one year warranty at $27 . Not sure which product is better.
I hope something works better for you!
Ren