I’ve used crutches twice in my life…never did I use it opposite of the bum leg. Anyone else?
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(Also posted this in another thread here about this subject.)I have personally used crutches and canes several times in my life (yes I’m a klutz, but I’ve also had a hip replaced and hubby has had both knees replaced. We know about this stuff). So, first of all, she does have the crutch on the proper side - it should be opposite the “injured” foot. However, her feet are wrong. The crutch is meant to provide support for the “injured” foot when walking - so you naturally put the crutch forward when stepping forward with the injured foot, to take the weight off the foot and put it on the crutch. In this photo all her weight is on the “injured” foot and that would be extremely painful. Also, when you leave the hospital after foot/knee/hip surgery, you’ve done some work with a physical therapist. The physical therapist makes sure your crutch(es) or cane are fitted properly. Jill’s crutch is way too tall and is pushing under her armpit and throwing her whole body off balance (hence the outstretched left claw - oops - arm). Additionally the hand adjustment on the crutch is way too high - see how her elbow is bent? This is all for show, folks! This woman (the First Lady?!) has not had surgery at a prestigious hospital and been sent away like that. Somebody picked up that crutch from a drugstore and handed it to her. They never even tried to adjust it to fit. It’s really quite pathetic.