Screenshot 2025-02-10 at 16.34.12.pngPlace your crutches / sticks forward

Place your operated leg in line with the crutches/ sticks.

Screenshot 2025-02-10 at 16.34.27.pngBring your non-operated leg in line with your operated leg. When turning do not twist the leg, step round with small steps with the same pattern.

Printing of this document is only valid on the day printed, please refer to the website for most up to date information:

https://www.rnoh.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/patient-information-guides/walking-crutches

Page last updated: 18 February 2025