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Knee Crutches - Rollers - Wheeled Walkers - Hands Free Support

A Knee Crutch is used during ankle or foot rehabilitation to offer users independence while getting around. It's a comfortable alternative to a traditional walking crutch as it puts less pain and strain on the armpits. This crutch variety requires little physical exertion to move.

Choose from a variety of rolling knee walkers on three or four wheels, or opt for a platform crutch that contours to the leg for hands-free mobility. The adjustable kn

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Knee Walker Indications

A Knee Walker is a non-weight-bearing mobility aid that can support recovery for the following injuries or surgeries:

Ankle or Foot Surgery
Ankle Sprain
Torn Achilles' Tendon
Diabetic Foot Wound or Ulcer
Broken or Fractured Ankle or Foot

Knee Crutch Options

What is the best knee crutch for lower leg recovery? All of the selections available offer an ergonomic fit, and easy, pain-free use. Narrowing it down may have to do with the daily terrain or house layout if stairs are a daily task. Check out three options to support recovery without slowing users down.

Stationary

If getting up and down the stairs is part of the daily grind, make sure to select this option. It takes just minutes to adjust to getting around with this fastened to the leg. The lower leg and thigh are buckled to the knee platform allowing the knee to rest at a 90-degree angle. The large foot and the buckled frame facilitate walking stability. Only the shin comes in contact with the platform, so it's truly non-weight-bearing, and there is plenty of room for a boot or cast. The only limitation is that this style can't support a user weight of more than 275 pounds.

Example:

iWalk 3.0 Hands-Free Knee Crutch supports the knee on a platform and contours around the user's leg to make walking possible when nursing an injury. It makes daily activities doable with hands-free use and the ability to climb stairs.

Wheeled Knee Walker With Handlebar

Choose from 3- or 4-wheel base models with a handlebar to add optimal steering operation and a brake for safety when navigating long stretches indoors or outdoors. Unless it is an all-terrain model, it's suitable to ride over the carpet, concrete, hard surfaces, and light dirt. This crutch alternative cradles either knee to remove the load from the injury. When taking a break, the crutch offers hands-free support with a cupholder and storage basket within reach.

Example:

Gen 2 Weil Knee Walker has a sturdy triangular base with two front wheels and one rear wheel. The handlebar is adjustable so the handbrake and steering lock are always in comfortable reach and the user always has control during use.

Basic Knee Walker

This basic framework also uses wheels to keep mobility easy during recovery. The difference is in hand placement, since the basic version is a simple bar with access to a universal handbrake.

Example:

Medline Basic Knee Walker provides a durable crutch base on four wheels but has a basic padded bar to hold onto while propelling the walker forward. The bar is designed with a sturdy triangular base with two front wheels and two rear wheels. The handlebar is equipped with a handbrake grip and cupholder. When not in use, it folds flat for compact storage in a closet or vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the difference between a knee walker and a knee scooter?
There is no difference in these terms to describe this popular mobility device that is used when recovering from foot or ankle injuries.

Is a knee scooter better than crutches?
This scooter version allows users to get around effortlessly and more quickly than a standard walking crutch. It also reduces arm strain.

Is it possible to sit on a knee scooter?
Just like a walker with a seat used by seniors, the knee platform can be used as a chair to rest on while not in operation.

Who should not use a knee scooter?
Those with a permanently disabled leg or foot, as well as people who are not physically fit to push with the other leg.