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A. Gait disturbance
B. Weight redistribution from painful lower limb
C. Stability when balance is impaired
b. Advantages
1.
b. Disadvantages
1.
Indication
A. Gait disturbance (full weight bearing)
Axillary Crutches
1. For temporary use (acute injuries)
2. Adjustable aluminum or wooden Crutches
3. Requires significant upper body strength
4. May be difficult to use and cumbersome
5. Risk of nerve or artery compression in axilla if incorrectly used
Forearm Crutches (Canadian crutch, Lofstrand crutch)
6. For active patients with severe leg weakness
7. Offers easier mobility than with Axillary Crutches
Indication
A. Gait disturbance (full weight bearing)
Standard Walker (4 rubber-tipped legs)
1. For ataxia (offers full weight bearing support)
2. Advantages
1. Most stable device
b. Disadvantages
1.