My mission
CrutchesGuide.com exists because I wanted a place where anyone on crutches can find clear, practical, research based information without sorting through confusing or outdated advice. My goal is simple. I want every crutch user to feel more confident, more informed, and a little less alone during recovery.
I write and maintain everything on this site myself. I have spent a long stretch of my life on crutches and other mobility aids, so I know the awkwardness, the pain, and the problem solving that comes with them. I am not a doctor or a physical therapist. Instead I dig through clinical guidelines, rehab textbooks, and authoritative health sources, then translate what I learn into plain language and combine it with lived experience. My role here is to help you understand your options and ask better questions during your own recovery.
Why I built this
When I first found myself on crutches, I was surprised by how hard it was to locate reliable, complete guidance in one place. Everything felt scattered or oversimplified. I built this site to fill that gap with step by step help, real world techniques, and information grounded in clinical recommendations and long term crutch use.
How I research and verify information
Evidence based content development
Here is the process I use for every guide:
Research phase
I review peer reviewed journals, clinical studies, and research from reputable medical institutions.
Source citation
I link facts and recommendations to primary sources including medical journals, government agencies, and professional organizations.
Regular updates
I revisit and update content to reflect new guidelines, updated research, or changes in insurance coverage.
Primary information sources
- Peer reviewed journals: Journal of Physical Therapy, Journal of Orthopedic Research, AJSM.
- Professional organizations: APTA, AAOS.
- Government: Medicare.gov, CMS, NIH, CDC.
- Academic: University medical centers and rehab science departments.
- Clinical guidelines: Published recommendations from medical boards and specialty organizations.
Medical disclaimer
Everything here is educational. It is not personal medical advice. Always talk with your doctor or physical therapist before changing your own care, equipment, or activity.
My editorial standards
My commitment to quality
- Research based content that follows peer reviewed and professional guidelines.
- Full transparency with sources and dates.
- Routine content audits to keep information current.
- Privacy first. No personal health data is collected without consent.
- No conflicts of interest. I do not accept payment from crutch or mobility device companies for positive coverage.
- Independence. If ads or affiliate links ever appear, they do not influence recommendations and are labeled clearly.
Trusted references
I align the guidance on this site with recommendations published by respected organizations such as:
- American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- Rehabilitation hospitals and academic medical centers
My story
I started CrutchesGuide.com in 2016 after I fractured my ankle and realized how few comprehensive resources existed for people suddenly thrown into life on crutches. Over the years I have spoken with clinicians, developers, and long term crutch users and folded those insights into the site. In 2024 CrutchesGuide.com reached more than 10,000 visitors in a typical month, and it continues to grow.
Community impact
10,000+
Monthly visitors
50+
In depth guides and tools
100%
Free access
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I welcome recovery stories, product reviews, and expert contributions from people with lived or professional experience.
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