Which is better a knee crutch or a knee scooter?
- Edd Siu
April 6, 2022
- There are better alternatives to crutches for when you need to take care of your foot injury; the two most popular: are knee scooters and a knee crutch.
They both have their pros and cons, so we would like to help you decide which one is the better choice for you.iWalk
The iWALK crutch alternative is a mobility device that allows you to walk hands-free with your injured leg off the ground. It replaces traditional crutches and knee scooters with a safe, stable and easy-to-use walking crutch.
The iWALK is designed for people who need to be non-weight bearing due to injuries such as ankle fractures, sprains, foot or toe injuries, amputations, Achilles tendonitis, and other non-weight bearing injuries that normally require traditional crutches or a knee scooter.
iWALK 3.0Pros
While the iWalk is a great choice for some people, it's not the best option for everyone.Cons
Knee Scooter
A knee scooter is a two, three, or four-wheeled device that allows you to move around by resting your injured leg on a knee platform while your injured leg is elevated.
Then you push forward with your able foot and control your direction with handlebars like a bicycle.
It's often referred to as a knee walker, knee cruiser, knee caddy, leg walker, or orthopedic scooter.
Many people prefer them over crutches because they are almost effortless to use. Crutches cause a lot of strain and effort to use.
Pictured: Orthomate All-terrain knee scooterPros
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Closing thoughts
There is no one best option to suit every person. It all depends on your situation and what fits best for you and your lifestyle.
The important thing is that you get the care and support you need to heal, use these mobility aids properly and safely, follow your doctor's instructions.
Whether you choose an iWalk or a knee scooter, you can regain your independence and to most if not all the things you used to do before your injury.
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