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Crutches supported by forearm platforms that are designed to provide additional support to users with gripping limitations. These crutches usually consist of a shaft that bifurcates partway up from the distal tip and a platform for transmission of the load to the shoulder girdle. They also include padded troughs upon which the forearms rest; vertical handgrips to hold on to; straps to be applied around the forearm to keep it in place; and a rubber tip(s) at the distal end that meets the floor. They are typically made of sturdy materials such as light metals (e.g., aluminum, titanium), plastic (e.g., rubber), or a combination of these. Platform forearm crutches are intended to be used by individuals with gripping limitations or problems bearing weight in the hand, wrist, or forearm thus providing a larger area of contact and more stability than the standard forearm crutch.
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