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Step-by-Step: Standing with Crutches (Non-Weight Bearing)

Place both crutches in one hand and place the other hand on your chair. Slide forward to the edge of the chair. Push up to stand on your uninjured leg using the hand on your chair for support. Once fully standing, place each crutch under one arm. Begin walking on your crutches.

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Step-by-Step: Using Crutches with Swing Through (Non-Weight Bearing)

Here is how to use crutches with swing through.

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Step-by-Step: Standing with Crutches (Weight Bearing)

Here are the steps for standing with crutches, when you are able to put weight on your foot.

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Straight Leg Raises

Watch this video to learn how to do straight leg raises to strengthen your joints before and after joint replacement surgery.

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Step-by-Step: Using Crutches with Step To (Weight Bearing)

Here are the steps for correctly using crutches with "step to" for weight-bearing walking.

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Step-by-Step: Standing with Crutches (Non-Weight Bearing)

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