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walking aids
Weight-bearing devices used to help a person move about.
forearm crutch
Crutch whose weight-bearing point (forearm support) is located on the inside of the forearm.
adjuster
Device that adjusts the height of the crutch.
handgrip
Piece on which the hand rests.
forearm support
Semicircular band to support the forearm.
underarm crutch
Crutch whose weight-bearing point (underarm rest) is located beneath the armpit.
rubber tip
Part that prevents the crutch from sliding and cushions the impact when it strikes the ground.
underarm rest
Curved piece on which the underarm rests.
upright
Vertical part of the crutch.
crosspiece
Height-adjustable horizontal piece on which the hand rests.