Medline Aluminium Forearm Crutches Features
- Vinyl-coated, tapered, and contoured arm cuffs
- This forearm crutch molds to the user for extra comfort
- Black components hide signs of wear and scratches
- Heavy wall, high-strength aluminum tubing
- Telescoping parts are manufactured with internal bushings and external lock nuts to provide silent usage
What to Buy with Forearm Crutches?
- Millennial In-Motion Articualting Crutch Tips
- Ergoactives LightBaum – Adjustable LED Flashlight For Mobility Devices
- Complete Medical Cane And Crutch Rack
When to use Guardian Crutches?
- Broken ankle
- Broken foot
- Hip dislocation
- Knee injury
- Achilles tendon injury
- ACL injury or tear
- Sprained ankle
- Muscle strain
- Other leg injuries
How To Use Guardian Forearm Crutch?
- Start with tripod position: stand on your good leg with your crutches about 1 foot in front of you and 4-6” to the side of either foot.
- Lean on crutch handles and move your body forward, including your affected leg (don’t let it touch the ground)
- Take a Step forward with your weight-bearing foot.
- Now move your crutches out in front of you to the tripod position and repeat.
Precautions to take while using Guardian Forearm Crutches
- Remove rugs around your home or confirm they’re secured, so you don’t trip.
- Remove other clutter and confirm all cords are coiled up, so you’ve got clear pathways.
- Wear shoes that have non-slip soles, don’t wear heels or shoes with slippery soles.
- Please keep your floors dry and clean to avoid falls.
- Inspect your crutch tips daily and replace them once they become worn down.
