Table 6-38
- Have client lie on a flat surface. Measure from anterior fold of axilla to 4 inches lateral to heel.
- Have client stand. Measure from 1–2 inches below axilla to 2 inches in front of and 6 inches to the side of the foot.
Hand placement on bar of crutch: have client stand upright, support body weight with hand on bar ( not putting weight on axilla). Elbow flexion should be 30 degrees .- Slightly pad the shoulder rests of the crutches for general comfort.
- Make sure there are nonskid rubber tips on the crutches.