A single-tube crutch (100) includes an upper leg (101) and a lower leg (301). The lower leg (301) can be fully insertable into a first end of the upper leg such that only a slip-resistant tip (102) is exposed. The single-tube crutch can include an underarm support (104) coupled to a second end of the upper leg opposite the first end. A grip assembly (105) translates along the upper leg between a usage position and a stowed position.

A single-tube crutch (100) includes an upper leg (101) and a lower leg (301). The lower leg (301) can be fully insertable into a first end of the upper leg such that only a slip-resistant tip (102) is exposed. The single-tube crutch can include an underarm support (104) coupled to a second end of the upper leg opposite the first end. A grip assembly (105) translates along the upper leg between a usage position and a stowed position.

Various features for improving the performance of crutches are provided. A handle can be contoured to match a shape of a hand. The handle can include a flexible portion to allow the handle to flex when gripped. In some aspects, the handle can include a shaft that receives a grip and locks the rotation of the grip. In some aspects, the handle can include a recess to receive an adapter that supports one or more items. A cuff of the crutch can be larger and narrower at one or more locations to offer varying levels of support along a forearm and wrist. The cuff can include a crutch support that allows the crutch to engage with a support. In some aspects, the cuff can include a rearward with particular friction properties. The cuff can include slots that allow for the height of the cuff to be adjusted.

A walking cane clamp is provided which includes a clip dimensioned and configured to releasably secure the walking cane clamp to a support member, the clip being attached to a cane fastener, the cane fastener including a body portion and a biasing member pivotally attached to the body portion, the body portion defining an opening and a receptacle dimensioned and configured to receive a portion of a cane shaft, the biasing member defining an open position and a closed position of the receptacle, the biasing member being pivotally biased toward the closed position in which a portion of the biasing member covers a portion of the opening sufficient to secure the cane shaft within the receptacle. Also provided is a system for securing a walking cane to a walker or a rollator which includes a walking cane clamp as described herein and a base for receiving the walking cane. Also provided is a walker or rollator which includes a walking cane clamp as described herein and an optional base for receiving a walking cane.

An external structural brace apparatus and method for supporting a user on a surface and for the user to ambulate along the surface to relieve shoulder, armpit, hand, foot, and wrist loads, the apparatus includes first and second support beams that each have a telescoping cantilever beam that contacts the surface. The first and second support beams have a primary pivotal couple at one end to one another with a mechanism to create opposite symmetrical movement of the beams. An attachment element supports the user at their torso has a secondary pivotal connection to the first and second beams and third and fourth user handles that are pivotally attached to the first and second beams are for grasping by the user to extend and retract the telescoping cantilever beams to and from the surface at reduced and increased extension and retraction rates for user ease of ambulating along the surface.

A multiple terrain mobility device capable of use as a walker or crutches. The mobility device has a central cross support and a pair of crutch assemblies. Each respective crutch assembly has a rear support leg that can be extended downward or retracted upward and a front leg assembly that is capable of extending forward or retracting rearward. These adjustable extension features allow the mobility device, to traverse terrain of varying height such as stairs or hills with greater stability. The central cross support can be separated into a left and right cross support member so that the walker can be converted into a pair of crutches when conditions warrant.

A single-tube crutch (100) includes an upper leg (101) and a lower leg (301). The lower leg (301) can be fully insertable into a first end of the upper leg such that only a slip-resistant tip (102) is exposed. The single-tube crutch can include an underarm support (104) coupled to a second end of the upper leg opposite the first end. A grip assembly (105) translates along the upper leg between a usage position and a stowed position.

A pivot shaft assembly for a foldable device includes a base seat, a shaft member and a locking member. The base seat has a through hole and an engaging portion. The shaft member extends through the through hole, includes a fixed tubular piece with a radial hole, and is rotatable relative to the base seat. The locking member includes a locking portion movably disposed in the radial hole. The locking portion is movable through the radial hole to engage with the engaging portion to position the pivot shaft assembly in a locked state so as to prevent rotation of the shaft member relative to the base seat, and is movable inwardly of the fixed tubular piece to disengage from the engaging portion to make the pivot shaft assembly in a released state so as to permit rotation of the shaft member relative to the base seat.

The present disclosure relates to methods of constructing a crutch as well as a traction splint by utilizing a pair of hiking poles. Embodiments of the present invention further discloses a crutch assembly including a pair of hiking poles arranged and interconnected in a substantially V-shaped formation, a plurality of fasteners, and an attachment. The crutch assembly is configured for partial weight bearing and allows a hiker with a mild injury to travel to a trail or a medical help facility. The traction splint provides the hiker with the ability to move themselves to an assistance point, and eliminates the risk of serious deterioration due to hazardous environmental conditions and prolonged pain, swelling, etc.

Various features for improving the performance of crutches are provided. A handle can be contoured to match a shape of a hand. The handle can include a flexible portion to allow the handle to flex when gripped. In some aspects, the handle can include a shaft that receives a grip and locks the rotation of the grip. In some aspects, the handle can include a recess to receive an adapter that supports one or more items. A cuff of the crutch can be larger and narrower at one or more locations to offer varying levels of support along a forearm and wrist. The cuff can include a crutch support that allows the crutch to engage with a support. In some aspects, the cuff can include a rearward with particular friction properties. The cuff can include slots that allow for the height of the cuff to be adjusted.