Crutch

Crutches are stick-like medical tools that a patient will use as a way of walking in the event that their own leg or legs may be injured or unable to support weight. These crutches are used by placing them under the patient's armpits or by sliding their arms into the holder. The patient will then walk as they please, using the crutches like a walking stick to support their weight. Crutches can be extended to match the patient's height.

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Crutches are often seen as cool or attention-grabbing for youths, but it is actually very tiring to use and hard to manipulate. Unless you have a serious injury which renders one foot immobile, do not use crutches. Crutches are only suitable for those who still can use one leg, if both legs are disabled, use a wheelchair. If not properly utilized, crutches may give your armpit area pain and will make walking very tiring. Adjust to suit your height, do not make crutches higher than you need it. For the handle, position it such that when you hold it, your arms are bent a little. This will concentrate the force on your arms and hands rather than your armpits.

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