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Types of Crutches
there are several different types of medical crutches:Forearm
Forearm crutches are the type most commonly used in Europe, but in the United States and Canada, are almost exclusively used by people with permanent disabilities.
However, American orthopaedic surgeons are now beginning to prescribe
forearm crutches for patients with shorter-term needs. Forearm crutches
are used by slipping the arm into a cuff and holding the grip. The
cuff, typically made of plastic or metal, can be a half-circle or a
full circle with a V-type opening in the front allowing the forearm to
slip out in case of a fall.
Underarm
These are the most common type in the United States, and are used most often by people with temporary disability or injury.
These are used by placing the pads against the ribcage beneath the
armpits and holding the grip, which is below and parallel to the pad.
These are sometimes known as axillary crutches.
Strutters
These are a variation on under-arm crutches, incorporating large
soles which remain flat on the floor or ground while the user walks.
They allow for an improved walking gait, and distribute body weight to
reduce the risk of nerve damage caused by underarm crutches.
Platform
These are less common and used by those with poor hand grip due to arthritis, cerebral palsy,
or other condition. The arm rests on a horizontal platform and is
strapped in place. The hand rests on a grip which, if properly
designed, can be angled appropriately depending on the user's physical
handicap.
Knee Support
These crutches are useful for patients whose injury or disability
is below the knee. They allow the knee of the injured leg to be placed
on a support, so the injured leg now points backward behind the
patient. This style of crutch affords the patient the ability to have
one or both hands free to carry objects. Upper thigh atrophy is also reduced because half the patients weight is now supported by each thigh rather than one thigh and the arms.
Walkers
Rollators
Types of canes
- White canes: specially for assisting the visually impaired, these are longer and thinner and allow the user to "feel" the path ahead. They also alert others, such as motorists, to know the user is blind and therefore use caution.
- Folding canes: have several joints, allowing them to be folded into a shorter length when not in use.
- Quad canes: have four legs at the bottom, allowing them to stand freely, and offering a more stable base for standing.
- Tripod canes: open in tripod fashion. Often available with an attached seat.
- Adjustable canes: feature two or more shaft pieces for a telescoping effect that allows the user to lengthen or shorten their walking cane to fit to size.
Types of Crutches
there are several different types of medical crutches:
Rollators
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Fellow Senior Advocates:
RSVP for this meeting ASAP!
Please RSVP now for the upcoming BEN meeting Weds 5/12/2010; and RSVP directly via email or phone no later than Friday 5/7/2010 to our host:
Mobility Express, Robin Oakley robin@wermobility.com or (610) 693-9600
Our Host address:
Mobility Express
226 East Penn Avenue
Robesonia, PA 19551
*****Please bring along one canned food item to be donated to a local food bank!*****
Our Profilers will be:
· Rob Schmitz, Maxim Healthcare Service
· Ellie Butto, Berks Visiting Hygienists
· Amber Rausch, CRT, Mobility Express Oxygen Services
The meeting will be followed by tours of Mobility Express’s modified vans with David Ray.
Meetings begin at 8:15 AM
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