Your crutches are supplied with either a pair of standard 25mm ferrules or
with a pair of STEPSAFE™
ferrules.
The STEPSAFE™ ferrules come complete with fitting instructions.
Please note: STEPSAFE™ ferrules add 80mm to the length of the leg.
Please take this into account when cutting these crutches to size.
ELBOW CRUTCHES
Permanent User Crutches come in two handle styles and are supplied in
one standard length only.
Handle to Cuff length
229 mm
(This dimension cannot be altered)
Handle to Floor length
960 mm
The length of the leg may be cut to size using a metal saw. The cut end
should be smoothed with an emery cloth or a small file.
WARNING SHOULD ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY A COMPETENT
PERSON
(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
ADJUSTMENT
