G. G. Thank you so much for your comment. We get a lot of nice comments, but this certainly goes to the heart ❤️. This is our passion and it makes us very happy to receive comments like this!! Have a great day! ✌🏻❤️AECorner
Just got injured at work, tearing 3 foot ligaments and might need surgery. I’m so overwhelmed and when they gave me under arm crutches I couldn’t but help think the grass was greener on the other side with the forearm crutches.. thank you for the video it assured me that my underarm crutches are just as good as the other crutches.
Christopher Alex, thank you for your comment. Sorry to hear about your injury. Yes, both types of crutches do the job as long as they are used correctly and suit the user. Take care and speedy recovery!! ✌🏻❤️ AECorner.com
Thank you so much! I've often wondered about the differences in crutches. I'm about to start using crutches for an extended period after a knee surgery and this was great information! Underarm crutches have always caused me pain at the inside of my upper arm so I wanted to see if there was a benefit or drawback to using the axillary crutches. Again, thank you for taking the time to make this professional and informative video.
thank you so much, i recently broke my foot and i had no idea how to use crutches nor what kind would be better for me, thank you very much for this video
I walk with two canes most of the time, however, I do have a rollator that I take with me when I go somewhere that will have a lot of walking so I can sit as needed. My husband doesn't like to wrestle it into the car, so most of the time I use the canes as they are easier to get in and out of the car. My canes are wearing out and I've been considering purchasing the arm crutches. What are the advantages/disadvantages of using arm crutches over canes?
Dolores J Rush, thank you for your comment. The rollator will provide the most stability. Crutches, whether axillary (underarm) or forearm will provide more support and stability over canes. Either type of crutch will certainly take some practice. We would recommend being evaluated by a local physical therapist for assessment of what might work best/be safest for you, as well as what type of walking pattern would be best for you with crutches. Stay safe! ✌🏻❤️AECorner
@@AECorner I broke a foot when in high school, so have had about 6 weeks of practice walking with the axillary crutches. smile! My hands and underarms got very sore and mom wrapped washcloths around the handles with duct tape. Would my hands get sore like that with the forearm crutches too? The foam cushion handles on my canes have split, so I wrapped them with tennis racket wraps over the remaining cushions, because I couldn't find replacement cushions. I really like the feel of the racket wraps - nice and soft on my hands.
The forearm crutches can cause hand soreness as well depending on the style. If you are considering crutches for long term use you may want to look at an adjustable forearm crutch that distributes the weight from your hand through your forearm. (Check out SmartCrutch Product Review here: th-cam.com/video/XZULX_FsCgo/w-d-xo.html ) The Smart crutches are certainly more pricey, but may be worth the improved comfort. These do take some practice. Again, I would consult with your PT on your needs and options. Keep us posted, we love to hear how people are doing. Take care. ✌🏻❤️AECorner
@@DoloresJRush, we couldn't get back to your comment on the Smart Crutch review to reply there, but wanted to let you know we love your Blog! Great ideas, love the positive vibes, very creative, thanks for sharing thefrugalcraftyrushdlady.blogspot.com AECorner
Wow, you certainly have had to adapt to many different circumstances. We love your positivity and advocacy for others! Thank you for all that you do, you very a servant’s heart. ✌🏻❤️AECorner
@vernondavis6095, this is a bit of a decision if you haven’t tried the forearm crutches before. If you are going to be using crutches longer term they certainly may be worth a try. We would suggest checking to see if there is a medical equipment lending program near you to see if they might have some that you could try out. Another option would be is to see if your state Assistive Technology Program has some they you could use for a trial. Here is where you can search for your state AT program. at3center.net/state-at-programs/ Hope this is helpful. Take care! ✌🏻❤️😊 AECorner
Just started using crutches, after an accident muscle strain... So far forearm crutches look like a good idea for longterm, as it employs much more shoulder and forearm muscle to pivot and navigate. However with pain in the wrists, it starts to bite back and limiting mobility. Axillary ones would take so much of wrist stress off, but i wouldnt use it longterm as it limits load only on armpits amd torso. Not fun to let healthy wrists go weaker. Looking to upgrading forearm ones to axillary for the next week at lwast
@@steamlilly Have you heard of the SmartCrutch? Here’s our review video: th-cam.com/video/XZULX_FsCgo/w-d-xo.html They’re like a forearm crutch but you bear weight across your forearm.
Marianne, thank you for your kind words. We are glad you found our video helpful. You can find more helpful information at AECorner.com as well as through our newsletter. Take care! ❤️😊✌🏻 AECorner.com
Hi! I'm back! I've got a question for you about devices I can use for taking videos. Obviously, you use cameras to film your videos and I've decided to get out into the field to take shorts videos of fountains. I've made 4 videos so far and have them in a playlist on my channel. It's been a learning curve for sure as I'm still using forearm crutches. I've already discovered that it is really tough to walk with crutches and hold a smartphone on a gorilla pod. I also tried a neck stand, but it bounces too much when I walk. I just spent an hour looking on Amazon and eBay for something I could carry in my backpack (purse) and pull out on the spot to get a photograph or a video that is hands-free. My smart phone doesn't have a stabilizer in it, so I have to stand still to get a photograph or video, but would like to be able to move around to circle around the fountains and get different angles. I also thought about adding a belt or large dog collar to my backpack straps to hold the neck holder in place to keep it from bouncing around when I walk. And I noticed that it's really hard to see the cell phone screen in the sunshine. My husband wondered if I should wear a bandana over my head to see the cell phone screen like the old fashioned photographers had, however I don't want to stumble over something and fall. Any creative thoughts to help me with small assistive videography devices will be much appreciated. Thank you.
Have you thought about using a gimble? They are great for stabilizing and keeping focus on your subject regardless of which way you move your phone. Here’s what one looks like: amzn.to/3QN2gYZ
@@AECorner The gorilla pod has tripod legs that you can hold like a gimbel, but it's hard to hold the camera on the gorilla pod handle and move the crutches at the same time. I thought maybe you might know of some gadget that is hands free that I can attach to my bod. Thanks for trying to help me.
@@DoloresJRush what about a monopod? It’s like a tripod but with one leg. It reminds me of a walking stick that can hold a camera. Could you use it in place of a crutch when you get to the shot set up? We’ll have to keep thinking about something to use to attach it to your body. I know professional videographers have gear that straps to their torso but it look really cumbersome
@@AECorner I saw one of those on Amazon, but didn't know if it would stretch up to my height (5'9"), so that I can see the scene through the view finder.
@@DoloresJRush I’ve got one at home. We’re on the road traveling out East but when we get back I’ll check it out and get back to you. I’ll send some pictures.
My hub injured 6yrs back.still he couldnt walk bcs of spinal cord injury and left fumour fracture.he was operated. Shall we use this crutches for supporting to walk or stand?
lalitha dakshin, sorry to hear this about your husband. Since his situation is quite involved, for his safety we recommend that he be evaluated by a local Physical Therapist in order to determine if crutches are appropriate for him and if so, what type. Take care! ✌🏻❤️😊 AECorner.com
Awesome video and great editing! Currently have an injured foot and trying to look at crutch options - this video helped tremendously. Thank you!
ariagilbert, thank you for your comment. We’re glad you found our video helpful!
Take care! ✌🏻❤️😊 AECorner.com
Your content is so genuine. Keep up the good work!
G. G. Thank you so much for your comment. We get a lot of nice comments, but this certainly goes to the heart ❤️. This is our passion and it makes us very happy to receive comments like this!! Have a great day! ✌🏻❤️AECorner
Just got injured at work, tearing 3 foot ligaments and might need surgery. I’m so overwhelmed and when they gave me under arm crutches I couldn’t but help think the grass was greener on the other side with the forearm crutches.. thank you for the video it assured me that my underarm crutches are just as good as the other crutches.
Christopher Alex, thank you for your comment. Sorry to hear about your injury. Yes, both types of crutches do the job as long as they are used correctly and suit the user. Take care and speedy recovery!! ✌🏻❤️ AECorner.com
Thank you so much! I've often wondered about the differences in crutches. I'm about to start using crutches for an extended period after a knee surgery and this was great information! Underarm crutches have always caused me pain at the inside of my upper arm so I wanted to see if there was a benefit or drawback to using the axillary crutches. Again, thank you for taking the time to make this professional and informative video.
We’re so glad you found our video helpful. Speedy recovery 🥰🥰
thank you so much, i recently broke my foot and i had no idea how to use crutches nor what kind would be better for me, thank you very much for this video
We’re so glad you found our video helpful. Speedy recovery ✌️❤️ AECorner.com
I walk with two canes most of the time, however, I do have a rollator that I take with me when I go somewhere that will have a lot of walking so I can sit as needed. My husband doesn't like to wrestle it into the car, so most of the time I use the canes as they are easier to get in and out of the car. My canes are wearing out and I've been considering purchasing the arm crutches. What are the advantages/disadvantages of using arm crutches over canes?
Dolores J Rush, thank you for your comment. The rollator will provide the most stability. Crutches, whether axillary (underarm) or forearm will provide more support and stability over canes. Either type of crutch will certainly take some practice. We would recommend being evaluated by a local physical therapist for assessment of what might work best/be safest for you, as well as what type of walking pattern would be best for you with crutches. Stay safe! ✌🏻❤️AECorner
@@AECorner I broke a foot when in high school, so have had about 6 weeks of practice walking with the axillary crutches. smile! My hands and underarms got very sore and mom wrapped washcloths around the handles with duct tape. Would my hands get sore like that with the forearm crutches too? The foam cushion handles on my canes have split, so I wrapped them with tennis racket wraps over the remaining cushions, because I couldn't find replacement cushions. I really like the feel of the racket wraps - nice and soft on my hands.
The forearm crutches can cause hand soreness as well depending on the style. If you are considering crutches for long term use you may want to look at an adjustable forearm crutch that distributes the weight from your hand through your forearm. (Check out SmartCrutch Product Review here:
th-cam.com/video/XZULX_FsCgo/w-d-xo.html ) The Smart crutches are certainly more pricey, but may be worth the improved comfort. These do take some practice. Again, I would consult with your PT on your needs and options. Keep us posted, we love to hear how people are doing. Take care. ✌🏻❤️AECorner
@@DoloresJRush, we couldn't get back to your comment on the Smart Crutch review to reply there, but wanted to let you know we love your Blog! Great ideas, love the positive vibes, very creative, thanks for sharing thefrugalcraftyrushdlady.blogspot.com AECorner
Wow, you certainly have had to adapt to many different circumstances. We love your positivity and advocacy for others! Thank you for all that you do, you very a servant’s heart. ✌🏻❤️AECorner
trying to decide which crutches to get as I am having a lower leg amputated soon have arm pit crutches now but believe forarm crutches may be better
@vernondavis6095, this is a bit of a decision if you haven’t tried the forearm crutches before. If you are going to be using crutches longer term they certainly may be worth a try. We would suggest checking to see if there is a medical equipment lending program near you to see if they might have some that you could try out. Another option would be is to see if your state Assistive Technology Program has some they you could use for a trial. Here is where you can search for your state AT program.
at3center.net/state-at-programs/
Hope this is helpful. Take care!
✌🏻❤️😊 AECorner
@@AECorner I will be trying both this will be a long tearm thing
Just started using crutches, after an accident muscle strain... So far forearm crutches look like a good idea for longterm, as it employs much more shoulder and forearm muscle to pivot and navigate. However with pain in the wrists, it starts to bite back and limiting mobility. Axillary ones would take so much of wrist stress off, but i wouldnt use it longterm as it limits load only on armpits amd torso. Not fun to let healthy wrists go weaker. Looking to upgrading forearm ones to axillary for the next week at lwast
@@steamlilly Have you heard of the SmartCrutch? Here’s our review video:
th-cam.com/video/XZULX_FsCgo/w-d-xo.html
They’re like a forearm crutch but you bear weight across your forearm.
Mate, you nailed it!!!!
Thanks! We’re glad you liked it!
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Excellent video. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind words, @@SkateAndExplore817 ! We’re glad you found it helpful 🥰🥰 AECorner.com
Fabulous info...thank you...this helped me so much...
Marianne, thank you for your kind words. We are glad you found our video helpful. You can find more helpful information at AECorner.com as well as through our newsletter. Take care!
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Thanks!
Love your videos!
I'm here because I have a broken ankle btw, first time in my life that I'm using crutches
whoami, sorry to hear about the broken ankle! We are glad you found the videos helpful. Thanks for the kind comment. Take care!
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Hi! I'm back! I've got a question for you about devices I can use for taking videos. Obviously, you use cameras to film your videos and I've decided to get out into the field to take shorts videos of fountains. I've made 4 videos so far and have them in a playlist on my channel. It's been a learning curve for sure as I'm still using forearm crutches. I've already discovered that it is really tough to walk with crutches and hold a smartphone on a gorilla pod. I also tried a neck stand, but it bounces too much when I walk. I just spent an hour looking on Amazon and eBay for something I could carry in my backpack (purse) and pull out on the spot to get a photograph or a video that is hands-free. My smart phone doesn't have a stabilizer in it, so I have to stand still to get a photograph or video, but would like to be able to move around to circle around the fountains and get different angles. I also thought about adding a belt or large dog collar to my backpack straps to hold the neck holder in place to keep it from bouncing around when I walk. And I noticed that it's really hard to see the cell phone screen in the sunshine. My husband wondered if I should wear a bandana over my head to see the cell phone screen like the old fashioned photographers had, however I don't want to stumble over something and fall.
Any creative thoughts to help me with small assistive videography devices will be much appreciated. Thank you.
Have you thought about using a gimble? They are great for stabilizing and keeping focus on your subject regardless of which way you move your phone.
Here’s what one looks like:
amzn.to/3QN2gYZ
@@AECorner The gorilla pod has tripod legs that you can hold like a gimbel, but it's hard to hold the camera on the gorilla pod handle and move the crutches at the same time. I thought maybe you might know of some gadget that is hands free that I can attach to my bod. Thanks for trying to help me.
@@DoloresJRush what about a monopod? It’s like a tripod but with one leg. It reminds me of a walking stick that can hold a camera. Could you use it in place of a crutch when you get to the shot set up?
We’ll have to keep thinking about something to use to attach it to your body. I know professional videographers have gear that straps to their torso but it look really cumbersome
@@AECorner I saw one of those on Amazon, but didn't know if it would stretch up to my height (5'9"), so that I can see the scene through the view finder.
@@DoloresJRush I’ve got one at home. We’re on the road traveling out East but when we get back I’ll check it out and get back to you. I’ll send some pictures.
thank you
You're welcome, Mohd! Glad you found this video helpful. ✌️❤️ AECorner.com
@@AECorner i’m using underarms crutches now, and thinking to switch to forearms crutches..
My hub injured 6yrs back.still he couldnt walk bcs of spinal cord injury and left fumour fracture.he was operated. Shall we use this crutches for supporting to walk or stand?
lalitha dakshin, sorry to hear this about your husband. Since his situation is quite involved, for his safety we recommend that he be evaluated by a local Physical Therapist in order to determine if crutches are appropriate for him and if so, what type. Take care!
✌🏻❤️😊 AECorner.com
@@AECorner thank u.we r visiting regular physio
@@Lallidakshin 🥰🥰
I have never seen under arm crutches in my life they look so old fashioned 😂
louzely, glad you found our video enlightening! 😊 ✌🏻❤️AECorner
@@AECorner yes I suppose they may be easier for people with limited grip strength to hold as they can go against the body
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