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Arm Crutches
Crutches assist those with leg injuries to stand and walk. The top of the crutch fits snugly into the arm pit and there is a handle at arms length for the user to hold onto. Read our Buyers Guide for help finding the right arm crutch.
Strong yet lightweight aluminum walking crutches w/ comfortable latex-free underarm pad & handgrip. Height & underarm pad adjustable.
Your Price: $29.99
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Euro-style lightweight forearm walking crutch by Drive Medical. Height adjustable. Only 1.5 lbs. each. (Pair of 2)
On Sale: $33.99 (You save: $22.66)
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Steel forearm crutches w/ vinyl coated and ergonomically contoured arm cuff. 300lb weight capacity. Available in Regular or Tall. (Pair of 2)
Your Price: $57.99
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The Millennial Crutch supports up to 400lbs. Reduces underarm fatigue and soreness.
Your Price: $99.99
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Heavy duty bariatric walking crutches. Height adjustable. Include latex-free underarms pads and hand grips. Capacity: 600 lbs.
Your Price: $89.99
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Heavy duty steel bariatric walking crutches. Supports up to 600 lbs.
Your Price: $93.08
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Forearm Crutches with features that greatly increase their sturdiness, comfort, and utility.
Your Price: $38.46
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Height adjustable, reinforced metal crutches which support up to 300 lbs.
Your Price: $137.14
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Quick change crutches allow for easy height adjustment from junior to tall levels.
Your Price: $19.99
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Fixed forearm crutches available in several different colors.
Your Price: $69.95
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Crutch-Mate Crutch Gel Replacement Hand Grip Pads
Your Price: $19.99
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Crutch-Mate Crutch Replacement Arm Grip Pads
Your Price: $33.99
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Machine washable polyester blend. Easy to put on and take off. Includes 2 each of both armpit and hand pads.
Your Price: $19.95
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Euro-Style Forearm Walking Crutch
The European-look lightweight aluminum forearm crutch by Drive Medical adds a styling flair to traditional forearm crutches. The design features a one-piece molded forearm cuff and hand grip assembly which can be height adjusted in 1” increments to allow for personal comfort and sizing. At 1.5 lb each, this crutch is lighter than traditional styles.
Millennial Crutch
This design features a large, comfortable underarm cradle that enhances stability and reduces underarm fatigue and soreness. The ergonomic grip is designed for repetitive and vigorous use, allowing proper blood flow and nerve conduction. A patented shock absorbing/power assist feature increases patient comfort by reducing stress, fatigue and soreness. Push-pin folding design allows for easy storage in an overhead bin on an airplane, under a table or chair at a restaurant or in the trunk of your car.
Arm crutches are a type of mobility device that aims to reduce the amount of weight you put on your legs when you walk while helping to increase your stability and balance.
If a medical condition, an injury like a sprain or a surgical procedure requires you to keep your weight off a leg or foot, crutches may enable you to get around on your own power.
The two basic types of crutches available are the underarm crutch and the forearm crutch. Underarm or arm crutches are the most common type and are usually used on a short-term basis. The arm crutch fits under the armpit with your weight resting primarily on the handgrip. Forearm crutches are often used on a long-term basis; this crutch has a cuff that goes around the forearm.
When choosing crutches, keep in mind that having large tips at the base of each crutch adds stability. Also, always make sure the crutches you’re selecting have the weight bearing strength you need.
Arm crutches. Most wooden arm crutches are made of hardwood shafts; regularly spaced holes along the length of the crutch enable you to adjust the handles to suit your height.
Lighter than wood, metal versions of arm crutches are usually made from a single contoured tubular shaft. Height adjustments are done with push-button positioning.
When choosing an arm crutch, consider its total length and the height of the handle, to make sure it suits you comfortably. Crutches are sold in size ranges and can then be tailored to suit your exact height. The top bar of the arm crutch should lean on the chest wall and be about 2” below the shoulder joint. If the crutches are too long and the bar does not lean on the chest wall, there is the risk for damage to nerves and arteries in the armpit. If you have allergies or sensitivities, choose crutches with latex-free underarm pads and handgrips.
Fleece crutch covers add some additional cushioning and protect against soreness. After long-term use of crutches, you may need to get replacement underarm and handgrip pads to extend their life and comfort factor.
Forearm Crutches. A forearm crutch is typically made from an aluminum tube shaft with a molded handgrip and a forearm cuff that extends to about 2 inches below the elbow. The cuffs allow you to release your hands without having the crutches fall.
Both the leg and forearm pieces should be adjustable in length. Look for ergonomically contoured arm cuffs for better comfort and stability.
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