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THE ORIGINAL
Anti-
RollbacK
DeviceS
Our Anti‑Rollback Devices are a flagship product and a pioneer in wheelchair safety, first introduced in 1997 as a revolutionary solution to prevent falls among manual wheelchair users. It provides automatic protection when a resident forgets to set manual brakes while allowing normal forward mobility when seated. Designed for effortless installation, broad compatibility, and long-term durability, it has become a trusted cornerstone in home, assisted-living, and rehabilitation settings. Available in three sizes to fit (standard, narrow, and wide chairs).
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The Original Anti-Rollback Device
Tried & True
Fall Prevention Solution
Decades of success increasing safety in care enviorments
KEY FEATURES:
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Therapist‑Informed Safety Design: Activates immediately when the user begins to stand, preventing backward motion and reducing fall risk. Clinically designed to support safe transfers and independent mobility.
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Broad Compatibility: Fits most manual wheelchair makes and models, including standard, wide, and pediatric chairs, with adjustable height and depth settings for regular, hemi, and extra-low chairs. Adapter kits available for non-standard frames.
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Durable Construction: Built with precision chrome-plated steel, stainless steel, and high-strength polycarbonate components for long-lasting use in institutional or home care environments.
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Quick Setup: A seven-step guided installation with minimal tools.
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Trusted Legacy: A revolutionary safety device setting the standard for all subsequent wheelchair anti-rollback technologies.
IDEAL FOR
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Wheelchair users with limited trunk or lower-limb control or those who may forget to engage brakes before standing.
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Residents in home care, assisted-living, or rehabilitation environments where enhanced fall prevention is critical.
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Caregivers and therapists seeking a low-profile, reliable safety solution without altering core wheelchair function.
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High-fall-risk patients requiring consistent, automatic backward-movement prevention.
WHY CHOOSE THE ORIGINAL:
Our Anti‑Rollback Device combines clinical insight, practical functionality, high-quality materials, and trusted durability to reduce the risk of roll-back falls. As a flagship product that revolutionized wheelchair safety in 1997, it continues to support user independence, provide caregivers peace of mind, and integrate seamlessly with a wide range of manual wheelchairs.
Manufactured in the USA with the highest-quality materials of any Anti-Rollback Device on the market, it enhances safety for cognitively impaired residents, making it a versatile, essential addition to any mobility safety program. Backed by the industry's longest warranty, all Safetmate products are guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase against manufacturing defects.
TWO MODELS, SAME BENEFITS
Both Safetmate anti-rollback devices offer the same trusted safety performance and are built from high-quality, long-lasting materials. The only difference is compatibility—each model is designed for specific wheelchair types. Choose the one that fits your chair and get dependable roll-back protection every day.
Choose the Universal Anti-Rollback Device (SM2-3) if you want an anti-rollback system that offers maximum adjustability and wide compatibility. The SM2-3 is ideal for users with seat cushions, unique seating needs, or anyone who may change wheelchairs in the future. This model is engineered to work with a broad range of wheelchairs, allowing the chair to fold for storage or transport in a few quick steps.
Choose the Anti-Rollback Device for Invacare Tracer EX2 or SX5 (SM-014) if you use an Invacare Tracer EX2 or Invacare SX5 (non-reclining) and want a simple, cost-effective, purpose-built solution. The SM-014 is designed specifically for these wheelchair frames, ensuring a perfect fit and allowing the wheelchair to fold normally.
HOW DOES It Work?
The Safetmate Anti-Rollback Device provides automatic, immediate protection the moment a wheelchair user begins to stand—preventing dangerous backward motion and helping reduce fall risk. Unlike manual brakes that rely on memory or consistent technique, the device engages automatically while still allowing full, natural forward mobility when seated.
Designed with input from therapists and rehabilitation specialists, it supports safer transfers, promotes confidence during ambulation practice, and offers added stability for individuals with limited trunk or lower-limb control. Its articulating seat pad enhances alignment and comfort, while durable, precision-built components ensure long-lasting reliability in any care environment.
Fast to install and compatible with most manual wheelchairs—including standard, narrow, wide, and pediatric frames—the Anti-Rollback Device integrates seamlessly without altering the chair’s core function. For caregivers and clinicians, it delivers dependable fall prevention; for users, it provides an extra layer of safety without extra steps.
WHO CAN BENEFIT?
The Safetmate Anti-Rollback Device is ideal for:
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Wheelchair users who may forget to set brakes or have limited trunk or leg control when initiating standing.
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Residents in home care, assisted-living, or rehabilitation facilities where added fall prevention and transfer safety are essential.
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Caregivers, nurses, and therapists seeking a reliable, low-profile safety solution that enhances—not disrupts—everyday mobility.
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High fall-risk individuals, including cognitively impaired residents, who need consistent, automatic protection against rollback movement.
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Facilities and programs focused on mobility safety, looking for a trusted device that has set the industry standard since 1997.
WHERe to use it?
The Safetmate Anti-Rollback Device is built for versatile use across a wide range of care environments. Its durable construction, broad wheelchair compatibility, and automatic safety activation make it an essential addition wherever reliable fall prevention is needed.
Ideal settings include:
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Home Care: Supports safer daily mobility and transfers for individuals aging in place or recovering at home.
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Assisted-Living Communities: Reduces rollback-related falls for residents who may forget to engage manual brakes.
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Skilled Nursing & Long-Term Care Facilities: Provides consistent, automatic protection for high-fall-risk patients, including those with cognitive impairment.
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Rehabilitation & Therapy Centers: Enhances safety during gait training, transfer practice, and supervised mobility sessions.
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Hospitals & Acute Care Units: Helps prevent injury during short-term stays where patients may have temporary strength or balance limitations.
Wherever manual wheelchairs are used and backward-movement incidents pose a risk, our Anti-Rollback Device delivers dependable, clinically informed protection.
USER FEEDBACK
Individual results may vary; feedback is from actual users of Safe•tmate® Anti-Rollback Device; consult your doctor and therapist for suitability.
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