How to Find Crutches

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Most people need to use crutches temporarily, to keep the weight off an injured leg. Depending on how long you'll need them, you can either buy, rent or borrow crutches.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Things You’ll Need:

Crutches

Step1

Ask your doctor. You may be able to borrow crutches right from the office. Your doctor may also be able to direct you to a source for obtaining crutches.

Step2

Check with your insurance company. If they cover the cost of crutches, they may have certain designated suppliers.

Step3

Speak with your therapist, if you are having physical therapy. He or she will know where you can obtain crutches.

Step4

Figure out how long you will need crutches. If it's for several months, it will probably be less expensive to buy them rather than renting.

Step5

Borrow a pair. Ask friends, neighbors, family and co-workers if they have a pair or know of anyone who has used crutches recently.

Step6

Call medical supply stores. Look in your local yellow pages.

Step7

Look up medical supply houses on the Internet. Shop around for the best price.

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Anonymous said

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on 8/8/2006 Crutch Cozies sells really cute padding and grips for crutches. It totally helps with the pain you get when you're on crutches and it beats wrapping them with old towels.

Do a Google search: "Crutch Cozies"

Anonymous said

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on 8/8/2006 Many people donate their used crutches to thrift stores, which often sell them for under $5.

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on 11/22/2005 If you are going to need crutches on a long-term basis and your crutches are aluminium, you can personalize them by painting them with car paint.

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