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Which side do you use crutch?

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gloriajoy
gloriajoy

Another silly question,sorry!

I use my stick opposite side to dodgy hip.

Is it the same after thr when using one crutch?

​Opposite side or same side?

 

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  • linda38528
    linda38528 gloriajoy

    Posted

    I always continued with the opposite side - it gives more support to both the weak side and the side giving all the extra support - sort of double duty.

    Hugs,

    L that .

  • noplaybarbie
    noplaybarbie gloriajoy

    Posted

    That is how it worked for me when using one crutch the opposite side of the bad leg....

     

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