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The Right Type of Crutches You Need

Life will always come with unavoidable and unexpected circumstances. Whether it be an emotional breakdown or a physical accident, you keep going knowing that with a little time and support from loved ones, you will heal and be renewed once again!

Here at Priceline West Brunswick, we got you covered!Should you find yourself coming out of the hospital with a cast on either leg or just after a hip surgery, the folks here at the pharmacy got just what you need.

What do Crutches do?

They basically have two functions:

Reduces weight load on your lower extremities or lower half of your body.
Gives you a steadier base for balance and stability

Crutches are used by those who have trouble walking due to pain, loss of one limb, weak muscles or instability of the lower extremities. Making use of your hands and arms to walk gives you certain sensory cues which can aid your movement as well.

In Need to Hire Crutches?

Crutches for hire in West Brunswick

Here at Priceline Pharmacy, we have two types available for you: Bariatric (for forearms) and Standard (for underarms). If you wish to rent them, the Bariatric crutches would have a deposit of $80, while the Standard crutches would have a deposit of $70. It would also cost a $14 to have either one of them rented per week.

Types of Crutches

There are many types of crutches being developed nowadays, but let’s focus on the two that are available at the pharmacy. When choosing the right type for you, make sure to fit it before renting to avoid further development of movement problems.

Standard Crutch (Axillary Crutch)

These are the most common and well-known type of crutches. Most are made of wood or lightweight aluminum. It follows a misconception that when using these crutches, the top should rest on the top; however, to effectively use them, they should be placed 5 cm below the axilla, giving way for the elbows to be flexed at a 15 – 30-degree angle.

Bariatric Crutches

These crutches have the same configuration as standard crutches, only they are made of a heavier duty material: steel. They are made such that to support heftier individuals who need more support than the wooden ones.

Got What Crutches You Need?

How to Use Them

Positioning

To properly and comfortably position yourself with your crutches, you must take note of the following:

The handgrips should be parallel to the hipline and elbows should be bent
NEVER use your armpits for support! Use the handgrips! This will prevent damage to the nerves and blood vessels in the armpit area
You can purchase covers or cushions to be placed on the underarm areas for more comfort
Using one crutch, place the crutches on the side of your weaker leg

Walking

For more casual and natural movement, keep these tips in mind when walking:

Take your time! Moving too quickly or planting the crutches too far from you could cause unnecessary accidents. Always keep them close to your body
Maximize the swing! Create momentum and avoid applying unnecessary pressure on either your legs and arms
Face forward, not down!

Stairs

As much as possible, should your building have escalators or elevators, take those instead. You could lose balance on stairs if you climb them without someone assisting you. If you’re climbing up the stairs, step with your good leg first before bringing your crutches. If you’re climbing down the stairs, bring them down first, then your legs.

Sitting

There is a certain technique you can use to be able to sit down gracefully without slipping. Let me tell you how:

Put your weak leg in front of you, support yourself with your healthy leg, and carry both crutches with the arm opposite your injured leg
Lower yourself into a chair. You may use the crutches for support
Face forward, not down!

To get back up, be at the edge of the chair, holding both crutches on the side of your injured leg and push yourself up from your seat making sure you land on your good leg when you’re upright.

To stand up, inch yourself to the front of the chair. Hold them both in the hand on your injured side. Push yourself up and stand on your good leg.

Basic Movement

Ideally, crutches are chosen over wheelchairs to give its user more freedom to move; however, either one leg should be healthy or both legs should still be able to provide some sort of support. Otherwise, it would be even more difficult for the user to move around and make his/her situation more burdensome.

Shift your weight to your healthier and better functioning leg
Position both crutches in front of you, on an area you feel the most stable
Swing your entire body forward using your arms, transferring the weight from your leg to your upper body
Plant your healthy leg in front of you, keeping stable and shifting the weight from your arms back to your legs
Repeat steps 1 – 4

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