NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Injuries to young people related to the use of crutches, wheelchairs and walkers are on the rise -- up an estimated 8 percent annually between 1991 and 2008, research shows ...

After three weeks on crutches due to a sports injury that ended in hip surgery, I suddenly found myself facing everyday challenges that made the walkable city of Boston, unwalkable. I wanted to share ...

A snowboarding accident led a group of Purdue University students to create a new kind of hands-free crutch aimed at helping injured people avoid obstacles typically associated with using crutches to ...

There are three main types of crutches and most are covered by insurance. The right kind for you will depend on your need for the crutches, upper body strength, and what your doctor or physical ...

The three main types of crutches are axillary, forearm, and platform. The type a person requires will depend on their needs and physical capabilities, as each assists movement in different ways.