What can I do to my crutches to make them more comfortable?!


Question: What can I do to my crutches to make them more comfortable.?
Ive never had crutches before, but I broke my ankle and will need to be on them for 6 weeks.

Any advice.?Health Question & Answer


Answers:
Hey,

Wrap a towel around the top of each crutch. Then maybe a small dish rag on the hand part. Good Luck!!

-MeghanHealth Question & Answer

You could try the cuff type crutches, the ones without the armpit extensions. These force you to use them correctly & prevent pressure on the underarm nerves. also, the height adjustment is important. Experiment by changing the height one hole up from where they are currently set, & one hole down. Padded grips will help prevent soreness & blisters. Health Question & Answer

You put them by the end of your ribs, they don't go under your armpits. I was on crutches for a while, and I found it was alot easier to use my ribs instead of under my armsHealth Question & Answer

throw them away and get a wheelchair.Health Question & Answer

Lay them on the floor next to the couch!Health Question & Answer

try putting sponge like material around the handles, makes them much more easier to handle :)Health Question & Answer



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