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.
They basically have two functions:
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.
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.
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.
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.
To properly and comfortably position yourself with your crutches, you must take note of the following:
For more casual and natural movement, keep these tips in mind when walking:
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.
There is a certain technique you can use to be able to sit down gracefully without slipping. Let me tell you how:
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.
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.
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