What’s difference between walking stick/Cane and crutches ?

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Whats difference between walking stick/Cane and
crutches ?
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What is Walking Aids ?

• After a certain age or if someone has met with an
  accident or dealing with any medical condition
  and they have lost their ability to walk freely.
  Then any type of stick which helps them resuming
  their walking ability is called walking aids.
• Walking Stick, crutches and canes all are
  different types of walking aids. One should
  choose according to their need.

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Explain Difference

• Walking Stick/Cane -gt
• Walking sticks/canes are generally used for good
  posture and support. It provide assistance while
  walking alone.

• Crutches -gt
• Crutches basically transfer weight from both the
  legs to upper body. Typically used by those who
  cant stand on their legs.

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Explain Difference

• Walking Stick/Cane -gt
• To know whether to utilize a stick or not in the
  event that you're experiencing any sort of pain,
  knowing where it's best to apply one is
  important. Of the various applications of a
  stick, its main use is to enable you to remain
  steady on your feet and relieve pain by giving
  basic mobility and balance.

• Crutches -gt
• Crutches are very useful tools for people who
  have had injuries to their legs or ankles. They
  can help you walk without putting too much strain
  on your body. Stand with your crutches underneath
  your arms. Place the crutch tips just behind your
  knees. Keep your feet close together and place
  them directly in front of your crutches. You
  should feel comfortable standing with your
  crutches.

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Explain Difference

• Walking Stick/Cane -gt
• Walking sticks work well for unsteady yet
  independent walkers because they provide balance.
• Types of walking stick/cane
• Standard Cane
• Quadruped (Quad) Cane
• Tripod Cane
• Walking Stick

• Crutches -gt
• A crutch offers more support. It could, however,
  be taxing for your upper body as it receives the
  entire weight of your injured leg/foot.
• Types of Crutches
• Axillary Crutch
• Elbow Crutches
• Forearm Crutches

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Explain Difference

• Walking Stick/Cane -gt

• Crutches -gt

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Explain Difference

• Walking Stick/Cane -gt
• Canes have a number of uses, but their main
  function is to ease pain and make you feel more
  stable on your feet.
• Walking Stick/cane can be used as fashion
  statement these days as well. It adds on into
  your style.

• Crutches -gt
• Crutches are more useful when you have an injury
  that requires you to not put any weight or
  pressure on the affected foot or leg.
• Crutches dont have any interest of fashion in it
  they are specifically for your injury.

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• Final Thoughts-gt
• Which should you choose an elbow crutch or a
  walking stick? Your needs for the mobility aid
  will determine the response to this question.
  Crutches help you keep the weight off your leg or
  foot while a stick helps with balance. Your
  mobility and living quality can both be greatly
  improved by picking the correct mobility
  assistance.
• Injuries below the knee are suitable for
  hands-free crutches, whereas a cane would be more
  appropriate for permanent leg injuries and
  above-the-knee or hip-related issues.
• Dont let limited mobility stop you from living
  your life.

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