People who need walkers are often reluctant to start using them because of stigma. A Colorado researcher has designed a walker she says has more appeal.

Three-year-old Leo’s face lights up as he takes his first steps strapped into a green machine, his small fingers grabbing onto the handle bars as his sneakers push off the ground, propelling him ...

Q. My friend who is 84 years old has a chronic condition that affects her balance. Unfortunately, her condition is progressive. She is quite fashionable, well dressed and uses an elegant leucite cane.