Walking sticks & crutches

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ARMPIT CRUTCH

An axillary crutch is a walking aid that maintains stability and provides support, suitable when an ..

15.00€

CRANK CRUTCH

The crank crutch is an aid to walking that maintains stability and provides support in cases where i..

16.00€

HEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE STICK

The folding height-adjustable stick is a walking aid that helps maintain stability and balance. ..

15.00€

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METAL STICK WITH THREE SUPPORTS

The metal stick with three supports is an aid to movement, due to the wide base, provides a firm and..

19.50€

21.50€

Walking sticks & crutches: Most frequently asked questions

What types of canes and crutches are there?

There are 2 types of crutches: elbow crutches and underarm crutches. The most common types of canes are the cane with 3/4 foot or the currently very popular collapsible, height-adjustable cane.

How do I walk correctly with a cane/crutch?

Hold the cane/crutch on your healthy leg/side. Simultaneously bring the cane/crutch and the weaker leg forward and then the stronger leg forward.

How do I walk correctly with 2 crutches?

Start by holding the crutches close to your sides, not too far to the side. Support the crutches with your hands, but not with your armpits. Place the crutches forwards first, then bring the healthy leg forwards.

How do you climb stairs properly with crutches?

To climb the stairs, first lift the healthy leg onto the stairs and pull on the crutches. To descend the stairs, first move the crutches to the bottom step and pull the healthy leg.

Various types of sticks and crutches facilitate the daily routine of patients who have lost or are suffering from mobility impairments, as well as the routine of persons or staff caring for them. The use of sticks and crutches increases the ability to move independently, perform daily hygiene and other procedures. In addition, it ensures the safety of the patient so that impaired coordination will not lead to more serious health problems. Sticks and crutches are a reliable support, they can be of several different types according to the needs of each patient: metal sticks with three supports are extremely stable, folding height-adjustable stick is very convenient to use and does not take up much space, armpit and elbow crutch are mostly used during rehabilitation.