Stairs without a bannister/ rail

Walking UP stairs

                   Stand with crutches/ sticks close to the stairs.

First take a step up with your non-operated leg. Then take a step up with your operated leg, onto the same step as your non- operated leg. Then bring your crutches up onto the step. Always go one step at a time.

Walking DOWN stairs

                   Stand with your crutches/ sticks close to the stairs.

First put your crutches down onto the step. Then take a step down with your operated leg. Then take a step down with your non-operated leg, onto the same step as your operated leg. Always go one step at a time.