Which crutches are better to choose?

Crutches are a support device used for movement during the rehabilitation period of patients after operations, serious injuries, fractures, etc. Crutches reduce the load on the legs and serve as additional support when walking.

In some cases, crutches are used on an ongoing basis. As a rule, the reason for their prolonged use is serious disorders of the musculoskeletal system, incurable injuries.

It is recommended to buy crutches:

• for people with impaired musculoskeletal system functions;
• to ensure the ability to move people after amputation of the lower limb and during the period of adaptation to the installed prosthesis;
• during the rehabilitation period after operations on the lower limbs and after fractures,
• with muscle atrophy and unsteady gait in the elderly, etc.

If your doctor advised you to choose these goods for rehabilitation, you can choose the necessary model in our online store MED1.

Criteria for choosing crutches

Before buying this product, you should pay attention to their varieties, decide what exactly you need. There are:

1. Axillary crutches - crutches that consist of two parallel sticks and have a transverse crossbar. The shoulder girdle is used as a support in axillary crutches. They are suitable for weak and elderly patients, as well as for people who are overweight. Most often, such products are made of wood or metal. It is not recommended to use axillary crutches for more than 2-3 months.
2. Elbow or elbow crutches (Canadians) - the main load when using them falls on the hands and elbow. They are well suited for active use. Most often used by patients with joint diseases.
3. Children's crutches - they can be of both the first and second types, but smaller in size. Most often, such products are designed specifically for the growth of the child.

Elbow crutches are more convenient to use than axillary ones, they are more mobile and easier to transport, but you should still follow the doctor's recommendations when choosing a crutch model.

In some diseases and conditions of the body, there are indications for the use of walking canes. 

How to buy crutches according to a person's parameters?

The patient's comfort and, to a certain extent, the quality of the entire rehabilitation depend on the right choice. Special attention should be paid to the height of the crutches. For this calculation, a general formula is used: subtract 40 cm from a person's height and we get the required height of the crutches.

So, if you plan to buy elbow or axillary crutches, you definitely need a doctor's consultation and an individual approach. After all, only a doctor will provide useful recommendations and determine the period during which it will be necessary to use crutches.

You should not ignore the criteria for maximum load, most models are not adapted to loads exceeding 100 kg.

However, whichever option you choose, our managers are always ready to assist you in purchasing a particular model of crutches. Call the number listed on the website and get the opportunity to buy axillary or armrest crutches of excellent quality and at an affordable price, which will become reliable helpers for your confident movement.

Crutches and wheelchairs: means for movement and restoration of mobility

Crutches and wheelchairs are indispensable devices for people with limited mobility. They help maintain the quality of life after injuries, operations or chronic diseases of the musculoskeletal system. The choice of the appropriate device depends on the degree of mobility restrictions and the level of physical activity of the user.

Crutches are most often used in cases of temporary injuries, when it is necessary to reduce the load on the leg. They come in axillary and elbow types, each type has its own advantages. Wheelchairs, in turn, are necessary for people who cannot independently move long distances. They can be mechanical or electric, providing comfort and independence in everyday life.