I just got the crutches and they pinch under my arm the right go down father than the left arm...And I just cant walk on them
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Yeah, I did not like them at all. They are uncomfortable and awkward. I cannot recommend.
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I didn't have any problems with them...perhaps you can call the company....did you set them to your height? Perhaps you just set one leg higher than the other one?
1787706
I don't remember any pinching under the arms. These are the Ultra, correct?
1787707
Not to imply any wrong doing on your part, but are the crutches adjusted to the correct height between your armpit and the grip? Your elbow shouldbe slightly bent (about 15 degrees) when your hand is on the grip. Do you have the correct crutch on the correct side? The cushion component/spring under your armpit should not be actually supporting any of your weight, but should flex down as you swing through. Depending on which t-shirt I was wearing, the little flap that hangs off the webbed part would pinch my inner arm (it was better with a different shirt). Also, I found the crutches much easier and smoother to use if I was going faster rather than slower. Hope this helps. Not to imply any wrong doing on your part, but are the crutches adjusted to the correct height between your armpit and the grip? Your elbow shouldbe slightly bent (about 15 degrees) when your hand is on the grip. Do you have the correct crutch on the correct side? The cushion component/spring under your armpit should not be actually supporting any of your weight, but should flex down as you swing through. Depending on which t-shirt I was wearing, the little flap that hangs off the webbed part would pinch my inner arm (it was better with a different shirt). Also, I found the crutches much... » Read More Not to imply any wrong doing on your part, but are the crutches adjusted to the correct height between your armpit and the grip? Your elbow shouldbe slightly bent (about 15 degrees) when your hand is on the grip. Do you have the correct crutch on the correct side? The cushion component/spring under your armpit should not be actually supporting any of your weight, but should flex down as you swing through. Depending on which t-shirt I was wearing, the little flap that hangs off the webbed part would pinch my inner arm (it was better with a different shirt). Also, I found the crutches much easier and smoother to use if I was going faster rather than slower. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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Not to imply any wrong doing on your part, but are the crutches adjusted to the correct height between your armpit and the grip? Your elbow shouldbe slightly bent (about 15 degrees) when your hand is on the grip. Do you have the correct crutch on the correct side? The cushion component/spring under your armpit should not be actually supporting any of your weight, but should flex down as you swing through. Depending on which t-shirt I was wearing, the little flap that hangs off the webbed part would pinch my inner arm (it was better with a different shirt). Also, I found the crutches much easier and smoother to use if I was going faster rather than slower. Hope this helps.
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I don't know. But, they are the best crutch tips my wife has ever used. She has used crutches all of her life. These tips have lasted almost a year for her.
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I put my arm in a sling and if I held the bar infront of me instead of the side handles I had no problems. Just start out slow and a good pace walk was no problem.. I'm 65yrs.old. Good Luck hope you heal soon. :)
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I think these would find crutch hand grips. I use them on a walker, and they have a velcro closure and can be made a bit snugger--for crutches.
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When you pull on them they go to about your upper leg. They really are good and recommended by my doctor.
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No my husband has to wear a vaco cast pro/achilles boot. It is huge. You can google it and see pics of the boot. My husband loves his knee walker. It is so much safer than crutches. And he does not have sore hands and arm pits from "crutching around" I hope this answers your question.
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The trIck is to keep your weight over the crutch-tips. So on wet tiles take small steps so your weight is directly over the tip as much as possible. I use crutches on wet swimming pool tiles and the Rain Guards have never slipped out from under me. Whereas I slipped and fell a number of times on the traditional crutch-tips. You will walk on wet tiles with much more confidence. So the short answer is, yes. And not just in the wet. You'll have more confidence in any conditions. I can't recommend them highly enough I'll never be without them again if I can help it. Good luck.
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yes. they work even better with forearm crutches. Im a PT and have had many patients use these tips with success.
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I squeezed mine together, but one is still bigger than the other one, and my arms aren't small. I would try to find some adhesive backed memory foam and line them - might find it at a good pharmacy in the medical supply area, or at an orthopedic store where they do personalized orthotics and use liners, etc.
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About the same as a standard crutch, my husband was on crutches for 18 weeks that year. These were a lifesaver. Since then we loaned them out to two other people.
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I think they're youth crutches. I got them for my mom, who used to be 5'2" but is shorter now with osteoporosis. They were just the right height for her, at the highest adjustment.
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They will help support your wrists and that should also alleviate some of the discomfort! Try also varying the position of your wrists ie: try leaning a tiny bit forward or backward
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Have you tried raising/lowering the "seat" or handle bars? If you injured your more strong foot you may need a chiropractor to adjust your sacrum if it's out of line. I have had many strangers tell me their aches and pains with knee scooters now that I use one. I don't have issues with it but I'm an athlete and have had to train my body to stand for long periods of time. Maybe you just need an adjustment?
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I would recommend giving these a try. The pain you are experiencing could be due to the fact that while doing regular pushups, your palm is flat on the floor and the angle of your wrist is extreme. With these, your wrist stays parallel with your arm, so there's no bending, thus, no stress on the wrist.
591999
Hmm. I've been using the boot for that too. I think you could walk in 2 of them. It really helps my ankle. I would see a physical therapist too...! hang in there.
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I feel like they're pretty fragile. Although I've never tested it. It could just be my attachment to them ;)
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There is a small amount of cushioning with the gel tips. It equals a little bit more comfort when using crutches. By the way, it's been almost a year since I had to buy my last pair of Tornado tips. I won't be using any other kind for the foreseeable future.