ELBOW CRUTCHES
FIG. 2
(These are our recommendations only and should be checked with your physiotherapist.)
Non Weight Bearing
1.
Keep the affected leg off the ground by holding it slightly in front with the
knee slightly bent.
2.
Move the crutches one pace forward, slightly apart and level.
3.
Move body forwards between the crutches allowing the unaffected leg to
swing through.
Partial Weight Bearing
Where the injured leg can take some weight.
1.
Move the crutches one pace forward.
2.
Place the affected leg on the ground level with the crutches, which
supports some of the body weight.
3.
Step through with the unaffected leg.
HOW TO USE CRUTCHES
Spring Pin Adjustment
1.
Press the two buttons in.
2.
Push the leg as if to shorten.
3.
Turn the leg slightly.
4.
Extend the leg to the required position,
turn and re-locate buttons into the
appropriate holes.
5.
Check pins are fully located before use.
ADJUSTMENT
General guidance unless instructed by a physiotherapist.
Cuff to handgrip - Position cuff just below elbow.
Floor to handgrip - Position handgrip to wrist height.
FIG. 1
Horseshoe Clip Adjustment
1.
Remove the clip by grasping it between
thumb and forefinger and pulling out.
2.
Slide the leg in or out to the ideal position.
3.
Push the clip back firmly into the hole.
4.
Check the clip is fully located before use.
