Forearm Crutches and your gait pattern (How your body Mechanics Work)

Research has shown that walking with crutches requires up to twice as much energy as normal gait.

While this may be true of an individual using heavy underarm crutches and the "swing-through" technique (more on this hereafter), a lightweight forearm crutch user can be much more energy efficient.

Interestingly, few countries in the Western World still advocate underarm crutches, the U.S and Canada. being two. Europe as a whole shifted almost exclusively to forearm crutches for both short and long-term users several decades ago.

Physically-challenged individuals who rely on crutches on a day-to-day basis nearly always favor forearm crutches. Aside from their light weight and relative compactness, forearm crutches allow for greater mobility, conform more readily to a user's gait and most importantly, are more energy efficient.

You first need to determine whether you want a full or half cuff .

If in doubt, remember that 6 out of every 7 forearm crutches we sell is a full cuff model, sometimes also referred to as a closed cuff.

Although slightly more restrictive, this type of forearm crutch keeps the cuff on your arm if you let go of the grip. For many forearm crutch users, it also provides a greater feeling of security.

Forearm Crutches are a life saver, as I (The Cane Man) can attest to. I have had so many surgeries on my leg they were going to install a zipper! I have extreme experience using both Under arm and Forearm Crutches. The Forearm Crutch won hands down because Forearm Crutches do not have underarm chaffing. They are easy to use, and better on up hill and down hill elevations.

On Forearm Crutches there are also top of the line Forearm Crutch tips that can be added. These Forearm Crutch tips have gel pack and a anti slip bottom. And can last for many years. A bit pricy but worth it in the long run.

We Make sure we carry Forearm Crutches that have some style and comfort to the handles. Our Forearm Crutches come in a verity of Colors. Please call us to discuss your needs. After you receive a pair of Forearm Crutches you will agree with out a doubt that Forearm Crutches are the way to go.

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