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StairAssist Walker
Discover helpful tips, guides, and expert insights, and see how this innovative solution can transform mobility and restore independence for people across many clinical settings and needs.
Healthcare Professionals
Navigating stairs is a major barrier for millions living with an acute injury or chronic disabilities, often delaying hospital discharges and limiting independence. The StairAssist Walker is designed to change that—providing safe, reliable stair navigation with caregiver assistance. This innovative device empowers patients to return home sooner, regain confidence, and improve their quality of life by removing one of the most common obstacles to independent living.
Message from the CEO
Dr. Joshua Sigsworth, PT, DPT—CEO, founder, and inventor of the StairAssist Walker—explains why he developed this life-changing mobility aid. Drawing on his experience as a physical therapist, he designed it to restore independence and safety for individuals struggling with stairs, helping them reclaim daily routines and improve their quality of life.
Product Demonstration
This video walks through proper technique—how to position the device, cue weight transfer, manage balance, and spot effectively—while moving up and down stairs. By standardizing hand placement and sequencing, StairAssist Walker helps patients practice confidently and progress toward home goals. Use under clinical direction and per your organization’s safety policies.
StairAssist Walker, The
Next Step in Mobility.
Navigating stairs is a significant barrier for millions of individuals with chronic disabilities, impacting their quality of life. The StairAssist Walker supports users with caregiver assistance.
Dr. Barry Bickley, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
Testimonials
Larry
Matt
Quick Looks
Overview
Stair Mode Safety Lock
Using the Device
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Funding Help for StairAssist (via MS Foundation)
The MS Foundation’s Assistive Technology Program can help cover the cost of a StairAssist Walker. Download the application, complete your portion, and ask your physician to confirm your MS diagnosis and prescribe the device. Submit the packet as directed to be considered for funding and faster, safer independence.
*StairAssist Walker is an Investigational Device, limited by federal (U.S.) law to investigational use. Join our waitlist to access limited inventory, coming in 2026. Price may vary depending on individual versus institutional user. See our Resources page for more information.