![]() ![]() IWALK crutch is becoming increasingly popular as a daily living aid and a transitory / training device for new below knee amputees. Improper vertical alignment can reduce stability and efficiency of the crutch. ![]() In addition, larger thigh sizes reduce the adjustment range available for the vertical alignment of the crutch. But as body mass increases beyond a certain point, it introduces more “compressible” flesh in the upper thigh area, which inhibits stability of the crutch. We know that not everyone is a lean, elite athlete, and you don’t need to be. ![]() The more solid your upper thigh, the less unintentional movement of the crutch. The iWALK recruits your upper thigh to stabilize the crutch. This makes the iWALK behave as though it’s an extension of your actual human leg, which makes walking more natural and intuitive. This is because to the extent possible, you want the iWALK to become an integral part of your leg. Let’s get that out of the way.īody mass index plays an important part in how the crutch functions. If you’re tall or short, underweight or overweight, green or blue, we’re not judging you. If not, you should choose a different mobility device. If you meet them all, then you can be confident in using your iWALK crutch. Go to the top of this page and review ALL of the requirements. Further, if you could go up or down stairs quickly, without requiring a handrail for balance or support, then you have the physical ability to succeed on iWALK crutch. So as long as you keep your expectations reasonable, and follow our ability guidelines, then age alone isn’t a governing factor in whether you can use the iWALK crutch.ĪBILITY GUIDELINES- If you could walk with normal gait, unassisted prior to your injury, then you’re likely a good candidate for the iWALK crutch. So instead of AGE LIMITS, we’ve found that ABILITY LIMITS work much better. What we’ve learned is that as we age mobility capabilities vary greatly from individual to individual, so it’s difficult to put precise age limits on who can use the iWALK crutch. The iWALK has been used successfully by people in their 70’s and beyond, but we’ve also seen people in their early 60’s who couldn’t adapt. If you’re over 60, pay careful attention – iWALK crutch might not be for you. Find a Dealer/Distributor (USA & Canada).Size: Easily adjusts for user heights from 4 feet 10 inches to 6 feet 6 inches without tools.Fits: Left or right leg in seconds without tools.Materials: UV resistant and hypoallergenic materials, No latex.IWALK 2.0 Crutch Alternative Instructions iWALK 2.0 Hands Free Alternative Crutch Specifications: If you couldn't, then iWALK 2.0 cannot give you what you did not have. If you could walk without limitations pre-injury, then iWALK 2.0 can give you back your ability to walk. The iWALK 2.0 is NOT recommended for people with mobility limitations prior to their injury, those with impaired strength or balance, or with limited proprioception in their lower extremities. Ideal users weigh 275 pounds or less, are able to bend their injured leg 90 degrees at the knee, and are motivated to have a hands free, pain free rehabilitation. The user's uninjured leg should not have any mobility limitations, including arthritis, and they should be able to kneel on a stool or chair for one minute without pain or discomfort. The iWALK 2.0 Hands Free Alternative Crutch is ideal for people with a below the knee injury or condition, who have average strength and balance and could walk without limitations prior to the injury or condition. Learning to walk with the hands free crutch is easy, including navigating stairs and tight spaces. The iWalk 2.0 can be easily changed for left or right leg use in seconds and adjusts for user heights from 4 feet 10 inches to 6 feet 6 inches, all without tools. The iWalk 2.0 knee crutch is safe, stable, economical, easy and comfortable to use. This knee crutch ends under-arm, hand and wrist pain that users experience with traditional crutches. The iWalk 2.0 Hands Free Crutch is a revolutionary alternative to traditional crutches. Users experience increased efficiency of walking due to using their legs for support instead of their hands and arms. ![]() The iWALK 2.0 Hands Free Alternative Crutch is a new knee crutch that provides hands free, pain free mobility for people with non-weight bearing lower leg injuries. ![]()
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