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walking aids [1]

Weight-bearing devices used to help a person move about.
walking aids [1] Crutch whose weight-bearing point (forearm support) is located on the inside of the forearm. Device that adjusts the height of the crutch. Piece on which the hand rests. Semicircular band to support the forearm. Crutch whose weight-bearing point (underarm rest) is located beneath the armpit. Part that prevents the crutch from sliding and cushions the impact when it strikes the ground. Curved piece on which the underarm rests. Vertical part of the crutch. Height-adjustable horizontal piece on which the hand rests.

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wheelchair

forearm crutch

Crutch whose weight-bearing point (forearm support) is located on the inside of the forearm.

adjuster

Device that adjusts the height of the crutch.

handgrip

Piece on which the hand rests.

forearm support

Semicircular band to support the forearm.

underarm crutch

Crutch whose weight-bearing point (underarm rest) is located beneath the armpit.

rubber tip

Part that prevents the crutch from sliding and cushions the impact when it strikes the ground.

underarm rest

Curved piece on which the underarm rests.

upright

Vertical part of the crutch.

crosspiece

Height-adjustable horizontal piece on which the hand rests.