Sometimes the best mobility products are invented by the very same people who need to use these devices for themselves, and the smartCRUTCH® from Smart Crutch, Incorporated, is a prime example. Colin Albertyn began his journey to creating the smartCRUTCH® when a ruptured Achilles tendon injury required him to use conventional crutches during recovery, causing him to experience severe pain and discomfort, unfortunately a typical experience for those using regular forearm or axillary crutches. His personal misery led him to invent a more ergonomically designed forearm crutch that would maximize mobility while simultaneously preventing additional injury and stress.

Incorporating all of the positive benefits of standard walking crutches without the negative compressive forces on the hands and wrists, the smartCRUTCH® features an adjustable angle on the forearm platform to potentially eliminate injuries commonly found with the use of conventional under-arm or forearm crutches. The reduced weight load on the hands and wrists enhances comfort which can lead to an easier and quicker recovery time. Suitable for most individuals for both short and long term use, the padded cuff and ergonomically designed grip aid in distributing the user's weight evenly through the hands, wrists and forearms, while keeping the elbow and wrist at a natural and comfortable angle. The user's hands remain free for carrying objects, while stress is greatly reduced on the armpits and hands, minimizing the risk of pinched or damaged nerves.

The smartCRUTCH® is fully adjustable to fit the unique needs of users from 5 feet tall to 6 feet, 3 inches tall, with a weight bearing load of 260 pounds. Aesthetically designed with durable, lightweight materials, this innovative crutch comes in a variety of colors to suit every personal style. The forearm platform can be set at an angle varying from 15-degrees to 90-degrees, securely held in place by a locking spline, and hourglass-shaped tips on the crutches help the user maintain balance on stairs, or uneven or slippery surfaces. This state-of-the-art crutch also enhances proper gait and posture, reducing fatigue and pain.

The smartCRUTCH® Platform Crutch is a perfect alternative to a cane for those individuals who suffer from arthritis or other chronic conditions or disabilities that impair hand use or grip strength. While the regular smartCRUTCH® is sold in pairs, the smartCRUTCH® Platform Crutch is sold as a single unit to assist in walking,  and is not meant to be used in pairs. Allowing the user to focus weight on the forearms, the platform design helps to relieve shoulder and wrist stress and prevents further damage to the joints. Featuring an aluminum shaft and a padded PVC forearm platform, the Platform Crutch also boasts a composite rubber hourglass-shaped crutch tip to provide excellent traction, and is fully adjustable to accommodate user heights from 5 feet up to 6 feet, four inches, with a weight capacity of 260 pounds.
 
An injury no longer has to mean uncomfortable recovery time using conventional forearm or axillary crutches, which may lead to further injury and a drawn out rehabilitation process, nor does long term disability or age-related disease and illness necessitate the use of awkward and old fashioned canes. Thanks to Colin Albertyn and his dedication to helping others' injury and disability experiences, the smartCRUTCH® is an incredibly helpful and innovative mobility device that allows users to customize the crutch to their own individual needs and specifications, minimizing discomfort and fatigue while maximizing therapy and healing. If you are looking for a safe and more comfortable alternative to regular forearm crutches, make the smart choice with the smartCRUTCH® from Rehabmart.com.

Carol Koenigsknecht,
Medical Consumer Editor,
Content & Social Media Services
and
Hulet Smith, OT
Rehabmart Team Leader & CEO