Safety
How to shower while on crutches
Safe shower transfers, bathroom setup, gear recommendations, and step-by-step techniques for tubs and walk-ins.
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Step-by-step tutorials for mastering daily activities on crutches. From showering safely to navigating stairs, these are tested techniques so you do not have to guess.
Learning to use crutches is not just about walking. It is about reclaiming your independence in every part of daily life. These practical guides walk you through real challenges with tested techniques, safety tips, and honest, real-world solutions.
Daily living at home
Bathroom safety, chores, carrying things, and tackling stairs with less stress.
Daily living
How to make life on crutches easier
Daily crutch hacks for home, work, and errands. Setups, carrying solutions, and energy management that smooth out every day.
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How to use crutches on stairs
Techniques with and without rails, carpet vs. hard surfaces, and outdoor steps with clear, step-by-step sequences.
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How to use crutches on stairs without panic
One-rail, two-rail, and no-rail sequences plus calm-down cues so you can take each step without freezing.
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How to use crutches on carpeted stairs
Prevent slips on plush or worn carpet with grip positioning, balance cues, and safer pacing.
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What can I use instead of crutches
Compare forearm crutches, knee scooters, walkers, wheelchairs, and hands-free options with pricing and honest pros/cons.
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How to do household chores on crutches
Kitchen and cleaning strategies, safe setups, carrying hacks, and a sample weekly plan.
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How to carry coffee, laptops, and groceries
Bag setups, safer containers, and simple gear ideas for real-life carrying problems.
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Exercises to stay in shape on crutches
Provider-cleared seated strength, core, and cardio ideas that keep you active without breaking weight-bearing rules.
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Prevent hand and wrist pain
Fit adjustments, padding comparisons, grip techniques, pacing strategies, and daily exercises tested over 12 weeks.
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Airports, transit, and long-distance movement without burning through your energy.
Travel
Navigating airports with crutches
TSA, gate assistance, boarding strategies, and managing checkpoints and long terminal walks on crutches.
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Stay strong and mobile while protecting your healing leg.
Recovery
Exercises to stay in shape on crutches
Non-weight-bearing strength, gentle core work, and cardio ideas you can do while healing.
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Setups and strategies for campuses, offices, and busy schedules.
Student
Campus life on crutches
Dorm setup, scheduling, cafeteria navigation, and requesting accommodations.
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