Getting Around Safely on Crutches: Instructions from Your Therapists at Rehabilitation Services

View this step-by-step instructional video for tips on how to:

  • Properly fit crutches to your body
  • Proper techniques for weight bearing, partial weight-bearing and weight bearing as tolerated
  • Safely walk, sit, stand, climb and descend stairs on crutches

For more information or to schedule a physical therapy appointment, call Rehabilitation Services at 425.251.5165 or visit vallymed.org/rehab.
 

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