Types of crutches is a search term that I frequently see. So, let’s look at some of the crutches that I’m most familiar with. The forearm crutch, also know as the “elbow crutch” or “Canadian crutch” is the choice of long term crutch users. Today you have a choice in forearm crutches. You can go with traditional aluminum alloy adjustable crutches or you can have custom aluminum alloy crutches made to your exact height. This is becoming increasingly popular becasue it eliminates the adjustment holes and that annoying click you get when the adjustment holes start egging out.
From my perspective, the most popular crutch we now sell is the titanium crutches that are custom made to your specifications. Titanium crutches are the most expensive crutches in the market and they are also the strongest and most light weight crutch available.
We really don’t sell traditional under arm crutches but the one exception to that is the Shepherds Crutch. This crutch has a very loyal following and it is available in either aluminum or titanium. The Shepherds crutch can be customized to your exact height.
Honestly, I had never given this situation a lot of thought until a woman recently wanted to buy a pair of custom titanium crutches. We were going through the measurements and she said: I had better get your aluminum alloy adjustable crutches because when I wear heels they can add and inch or two to my height.
Can you imagine how that would throw you off-walking with crutches that are a couple of inches short? I really don’t know how you ladies walk on crutches with heels but I commend you!
So, if you are thinking about ordering some custom crutches and you wear high heels on occasion-let’s talk before you order!
Hi, we, the world sales manager, Steve Mertz (fool) made a mistake when cutting these custom made Superlite Titanium Crutches. Here are the details: the x measurement is 6″ and the “y” measurement is 35 1/4″. We can shorten the y if need be but we have no wiggle room on the x measurement!
These Superlite Titanium Crutches normally sell for $695.00 dollars. You can buy these for $550.00 plus shipping. The crutches have never been used and they carry our full 20 year warranty!
The titanium crutches are the strongest made crutch on the market and can accommodate a user weight limit of 800 lbs-these are the best crutches on the market.
If you are not sure how to measure for custom crutches I have a post devoted to measuring for crutches-Perhaps I’ll have to review it again myself
If you are interested in these titanium crutches you can email me: Steve (at) disabledservices.net or call me, Steve Mertz, at 303-619-8972
Thanks, Steve Mertz
Titanium Crutches for Sale!