Forearm Crutch Reviews

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Hello fellow forearm crutch users, and welcome forearm-crutch-curious folks! In this video, I review a few of the crutches I've used over the past seven years: Millennial Medical's In Motion Pro forearm crutches, generic drugstore crutches, SideStix, and Cool Crutches. Tune in to learn the specs and features of each one, as well as their pros and cons.
What has your experience been like with different forearm crutches? Which ones did you like and dislike? Let us all know in the comments!
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Check out the transcript and pro/con lists on my blog:
www.disabledinthewild.com/blog/forearm-crutch-reviews
Crutch links:
Millennial Medical's In Motion Pros:
millennialmedical.com/product...
SideStix (Boundless Model):
www.sidestix.com/product/boun...
How to measure for your SideStix:
• Sizing Your SideStix
Cool Crutches:
www.coolcrutches.com/collecti...
Cool Crutches Story:
www.coolcrutches.com/pages/ab...
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Music track: Option by Aylex
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Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
00:41 Crutch Parts & Features
03:03 In Motion Pro's
06:42 Pro & Con List: In Motion Pro
06:48 Generic Drugstore Crutches
09:28 Pro & Con List: Generic Drugstore Crutches
09:35 SideStix
14:46 Pro & Con List: SideStix
14:52 Cool Crutches
19:22 Pro & Con List: Cool Crutches
19:29 The End
20:02 Bloopers

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@HDfitz 3 ай бұрын

Thanks so much! I bought the in-motion pro underarm based on your review and they've been amazing. I just started using crutches and feel much more capable on them, and it really helped with shoulder/elbow pain. Just a heads up, it looks like they changed the spring in the past year or so to a quieter closed design, and they sell replacement shocks for about 16USD/each.

@disabledinthewild 3 ай бұрын

Good to know! Hurray for quieter replacements! Thanks for the heads up. I'll definitely check those out. I'm glad to hear my video was helpful and the new crutches have been working well for you already 🙌

@juliogutierrez4304 11 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for the information! I laughed pretty hard when you talked about open cuff not being for you. That’s exactly what led me to be in the market to upgrade. Buy nice or buy twice is so true! Thank you 🙏 I feel so much more informed now and think ill try the in motions.

@disabledinthewild 11 ай бұрын

I remember writing this script and thinking, "how can I say 'I hate open cuffs' in a nice way?" 😄 I'm so glad to hear you found this information helpful! I've had a few people tell me they bought the in-motion pros and they really liked them. I hope you do too!

@thechocobotamer6938 4 ай бұрын

I really appreciate the reviews. I found out i tore something in my knee recently and recovery might be long. The docs didnt tell me to get crutches, but im being bad and not taking time off work. Therefore I feel like i should get crutches for weight bearing 😅

@disabledinthewild 4 ай бұрын

Good call! Always a good idea to support your body 👍 Forearm crutches are SO much better than underarm crutches and I think more people should use them for temporary injuries too, not just long term disabilities. Hope you make a smooth and full recovery!

@LoudPedal66 Жыл бұрын

You Rock Sister! Thank you for the real world experience using this type of crutch. I’ve been using a walking stick along with e-stim to lift my foot. My left side doesn’t work very well with my brand of multiple sclerosis. Like you, I have been stubborn to rely on external devices. Maintaining your interests is so important to quality of life. I have ordered a used forearm crutch to try before deciding a long term device. Greg

@disabledinthewild Жыл бұрын

Thanks Greg! You're so welcome. I hope the crutch works well for you 🙌 If you find one you like, definitely come back and let us know!

@TaxReligionNow 9 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for this info. I have arthritis in my lower back that's inoperable and the only thing I can use is forearm crutches to avoid being in a wheelchair. They got me Drive brand ones and they're really uncomfortable. I wish I knew about the inmotion pros before I got these but sadly with insurance limitations I'm stuck with these the next 2 years.

@disabledinthewild 8 ай бұрын

You're so welcome! Ugh sorry you found it late though. That's frustrating insurance won't pay for new crutches for another two years. It's so hard to know which mobility aid to choose when you're new to them! I hope your next pair of crutches are a better fit for you.

@MatthewFordVictoria 10 ай бұрын

I have the Cool Crutches you mentioned but I put a Velcro Stap around it instead of the the rubber which makes it easy to wrap around different thicknesses of Sweaters, Jackets, or Coats. I tried the closed cuff type, but my sleeves kept getting pushed up my arms. For convenience, I mounted water bottle holders (meant for bikes) below each handle, to carry Water and a container of Nuts.

@disabledinthewild 10 ай бұрын

Those are both such great ideas. I've been joking about needing a cup holder for my crutches- I hadn't even thought about looking into the ones for bikes 🙌 Thank you for sharing!

@MatthewFordVictoria 10 ай бұрын

@@disabledinthewild Yes indeed! Water Bottle Holders will come with bolts that screw into a bike frame. But don't drill holes into your poles. Just use plastic Cable Ties (some people call them Zap-Straps).

@redsorgum Жыл бұрын

I have the same in motion crutches. Over all, I think they are very good. SideStix are definitely the premium crutches. And just like you, I also have that short distance battle with using mobility aids……😵‍💫

@disabledinthewild Жыл бұрын

Right?! The struggle is real. My husband is always having to remind me to use my crutches for short trips. When I showed him this video and it got to the part where I'm saying that I really should use crutches for short distances, he said, "that's a smart lady on screen, you need to listen to her!" 😄

@7000fps 8 ай бұрын

Bloopers....different ""WHAT"" sizes ....lol thanks for the informative video.

@lisas64 Жыл бұрын

This video is very helpful. Thanks so much!!

@disabledinthewild Жыл бұрын

You're so welcome! I'm glad to hear you found it helpful ☺️

@lisas64 Жыл бұрын

Does the in motion crutches use the tornado tips by Thomas Fetterman??

@disabledinthewild Жыл бұрын

@@lisas64 I double checked and they come with these tips: millennialmedical.com/product/in-motion-lifecrutch-tips/ They're removable though so I wonder if you'd be able to buy the tornado tips separately and put them on the in motion pros?

@lisas64 Жыл бұрын

Thanks again for this video, I just got the in motion crutches. I really like them!!

@lisas64 Жыл бұрын

I got the in motion crutches and so far I love them. I am also happy about the customer service too. Thanks again so much for making this video!!

@user-yg7jb7yt3g 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for this info... looking to get crutches for the first time on the days where I need a little extra support :) The crutches in the $50 range here usually have closed cuffs, I wonder if it's a regional thing.

@disabledinthewild 4 ай бұрын

You're so welcome! I'm glad to hear there are more affordable closed cuff options out there- I should look around and see if the lower cost crutches here have changed. Hope you find the right pair for you!

@user-yg7jb7yt3g 3 ай бұрын

@@disabledinthewild Hello, back again, might be getting crutches soon - I'm eyeing the In Motion Pros as per your recommendation, but I'm also seeing the 7G Ergobaums in search results and wondering if you (or anyone you knew) had experience with them? They're stacked with features but look pretty bulky (and potentially heavy). EDIT: Um... oh dear. Shipping for the in motion pros is $370. I think I need another option.

@winterwithawhyknudsen5166 Жыл бұрын

I currently have some metal drugstore-ish crutches. Honestly, yeah, they are kinda loud, but they work! I just don’t like how my cuffs have resistance but sometimes it’s useful.

@disabledinthewild Жыл бұрын

Oh good! I'm glad those work okay for you 🙌

@pjaypender1009 Жыл бұрын

I have been using the In Motion Pros for about five years. I've replaced lots of parts and they are so beat up I'm ready to replace them. I agree about the noise though. What do you think of Ergobaum 7G? I did try the M+D Combosticks and could just not make them work for me. I feel unstable in the 90 degree mode and the handgrips are at a bad angle in forearm mode. I'm also considering smartCRUTCHes, which like the Cool Crutches, they are customizable. Sidesticks look great, but they aren't in my price range.

@disabledinthewild Жыл бұрын

Nice! That's awesome you've been able to use the in motion pros with replaceable parts for five years. I wish I could be helpful regarding the other crutches but I unfortunately don't have any experience with them. I've heard great things about ergobaum though- it seems to be a really popular crutch. I hadn't heard of smart crutches before- what an interesting crutch design, and how cool that the cuff part can have a colorful pattern on it! Hopefully another crutch user will read your comment and have insight on these crutches. Also, I totally agree about the M+D combo sticks- the angle would be awkward and uncomfortable for me too.

@kuladeeluxe 11 ай бұрын

Could probably just use a thicker bottom pad on those pricey ones . Great review , Thanks!

@ninaorehek7983 Жыл бұрын

Great explanation and reviews! No experience with forearm crutches since they are not available in our country. This forces me to stick to my rollator when I need to walk a bit more. The upside is I can sit anywhere; the downside is I cannot go walk on uneven terrain. I will be trying out my sturdy hiking sticks again now that I got gloves similar to the ones you recommended in one of your previous videos. Regular crutches are no good if I need to do anything with my hands besides holding them. Also shock absorbers would come in very handy since I do use them for weight bearing.

@smallslowstep Жыл бұрын

Do they have lofstrand crutches or Canadian crutches? Forearm crutches can be called this too

@disabledinthewild Жыл бұрын

It's so disappointing that forearm crutches aren't available in your country. I hope the hiking sticks give your body the support it needs. I'm glad I was at least able to help out with the gloves suggestion! Definitely let me know how all that goes- I'd love to hear if you find any helpful tips/tricks for people who don't have access to forearm crutches.

@ninaorehek7983 Жыл бұрын

@@smallslowstep Thank you so much for the info! I found a pair of Canadian crutches I could order from abroad. Unfortunately they do not have the shock absorbers, so I would find it hard to justify the cost of them + postage.

@smallslowstep Жыл бұрын

@@ninaorehek7983 Glad you were able to find some. Sorry to hear about the cost and postage. Good luck to you!

@ninaorehek7983 Жыл бұрын

@@disabledinthewild Even the gloves were hard to find. Now that I have them, I can't wait for the rain to stop to try them out. Hiking sticks were great, but gave me blisters almost immediately. Hopefully the gloves will stop my palms from slipping on the handles. As for the hiking sticks, I found it hard to find any that were sturdy enough. The ones that I bought were the only sturdy ones I could find in our capital, and they seem to be discontinued :( I can kind of understand it, since most people do not use it in place of crutches. Yet going downhill all hiking sticks should bear a lot of weight. From what I heard, they tend to break which can be extremely dangerous even for able-bodied people.

@Shereka2007 10 ай бұрын

The best crutches Ive ever tried are the ERGOBAUM 7G, and Ive tested a few

@disabledinthewild 10 ай бұрын

Nice! Thank you for sharing. They must be great crutches- I hear about those more than any other crutches 🙌

@aditheroyal3927 10 ай бұрын

you think these would be good to use since I have back pain because of scoliosis? I can't stand that long without pain and I've been looking into some possible options

@disabledinthewild 9 ай бұрын

Hi! Sorry for the super delayed response. I can only speak from my own experience, but crutches have helped me with a few different things. I developed SI joint issues in addition to my other leg issues, and the crutches make a huge difference in my SI joint pain. I can walk much farther and longer without setting off my SI joint pain because the crutches relieve the pressure/weight of carrying my whole body. So I could see the potential for crutches to help scoliosis symptoms, but it's so hard to say. I would first definitely check with a doctor to make sure it wouldn't be harmful to try. I've heard some people say the crutches were too hard on their shoulders/upper body, so I'm unsure how they would affect someone with scoliosis. Hope that helps! Let me know how it goes if you decide to try them.

@rfjohns1 Ай бұрын

My son has the Side Stix and they are great. They have opened up for him 5-6 mile hikes. He is weight bearing on these and he gets wrist pain after 2-3 miles. The pain is actually around the front of the hand around the thumb into the wrist. Have you experienced this and have you come upon anything thing the helps?

@disabledinthewild Ай бұрын

Sidestix are awesome 🙌 I'm happy to hear they have helped your son on long distance hikes. I don't personally have experience with reducing wrist/thumb pain, as I don't often walk far enough to trigger that type of pain, but I have wondered if strength training exercises for the hands and wrists in between hikes would help, or perhaps taking breaks while hiking to rest and/or do some thumb/wrist stretches. I also wonder if anyone has tried wearing some sort of wrist brace to make sure the hand stays in a neutral position for those longer hikes. I'm not sure if that would help or hinder overall to be honest. Anyway, if I hear from anyone who has had success in reducing that type of pain, I will pass that info along!