Crutches user manual

Step-by-Step Description of Fitting Crutches. Adjust the length of one crutch so the axillary pad is to 5 cm (1 to 2 inches) below the axilla. Adjust the position of the hand grip of that crutch so that the elbow is slightly flexed (about 15 to 30°). Adjust the second crutch so that its length and grip location match those established for. The top of the crutch should be 1 to 2 inches below your armpit. • Make sure your elbows are slightly bent. When you walk, the pressure should be on your hands, NOT your armpits. Standing Up • Slide to the edge of the chair, with your affected leg straight out in front of you. • Hold both crutches in one hand, on your affected side. To stand up, hold both crutches by the hand grips in one hand and push up with the other hand on the chair. Then put one crutch under each arm. Sitting Down To sit down, place both crutches in one hand holding the hand grips together and reach for the chair with your other hand to .

Place your hands on the hand grips of the crutches. Place your crutches slightly in front of you. Position the crutches. The top of the crutches should be about 2 fingers side-by-side (about 1½ inches) below your armpits. Place your weight on your hands. The top of the crutches should not press into your armpits. Home Health Care Products Medical Supplies | Health. • The Coopers Elbow Crutch is personal mobility device that is operated manually by the disabled user* *A disabled user is a disabled person or a person not having the full capacity to walk unaided. The Coopers Elbow Crutch is intended for a single user and is a non invasive device. USING CRUTCHES. Please read all instructions before use.

1. Platform crutch bracket # 2. Aluminum crutch 3. Platform attachment. Installation 1. Loosen the two knobs on the platform and set the hand grip to its. Place the crutches forward about one step’s length. Push down on the hand grips. Squeeze the top of the crutches between the body and the upper arm. Hold the injured leg up from the floor. Swing the good leg forward, but be careful not to go too far. Now step on the good leg and bring crutches forward to one step’s length. You can examine dynarex Aluminum Crutches Manuals and User Guides in PDF. View online or download 1 Manuals for dynarex Aluminum Crutches. Besides, it’s possible to examine each page of the guide singly by using the scroll bar. This way you’ll save time on finding the necessary info.