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	PATIENT INSTRUCTION SHEET USE OF CRUTCHES Crutches are used to assist patients in ambulation when they are not able to put their full weight on both legs. The following should be observed in using crutches: Crutches should be measured for length of the total crutch and length of the handgrips. These should be adjusted as needed. The gait pattern to be used will be taught by the physician or his/her designee. The crutch arm rests, the handgrips and the tips on the bottom of the crutches should be in good condition. Scatter rugs and other objects in the floor path of the person...
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	...are used to assist patients in ambulation when they are not able to put their full weight on both legs. The following should be observed in using crutches: Crutches should be measured for length of the total crutch and length of the handgrips. These should be adjusted as needed. The gait pattern to be used will be taught by the physician or his/her designee. The crutch arm rests, the handgrips and the tips on the bottom of the crutches should be in good condition. Scatter rugs and...