Medline Aluminum Forearm Crutches, Adult, Cuff Size 4", Pack of 2

Back for what must be my tenth pair of these. I find that I get six months to a year out of them before the joint where the cuff attaches to the top of the pole is too worn to be stable from sideways force and the rubberized coating over the metal cuff tears at the edges from rough handling. The rubber tips wear down over time. To be clear, I abuse the heck out of these things. The cuffs get hurriedly rested on tables or counters, I or others knock them over and they hit the floor, and they get unceremoniously tossed into the backseat of the car at least twice most days.I love that the cuff stays on my arm when I reach for things, but for me they don't do this out of the box. I have to squeeze the cuffs one side at a time like I'm trying to roll them up, bending the metal until the diameter decreases. The handles are comfortable for a veteran user, but if you're new to this type of crutch, you should know that the handles are hard solid plastic, not padded. This is a plus for stability, but might require some getting used to.The collars that secure the height-adjustable parts have a tendency to unscrew and get a bit loose every few weeks and then they rattle, but they're easily tightened again. When I get a new pair, I spend about a half hour removing the ugly stickers with the weight limit and product information on them and the sticky residue the stickers leave behind (use isopropyl).Still, I haven't found better, and these will continue to be my go-to.

The Medline MDS805160 Aluminum Forearm Crutches for tall adults have received positive feedback for their thoughtful design and functionality. Users appreciate the vinyl-coated, tapered, and contoured arm cuffs, which provide a comfortable and secure fit. The high-strength aluminum tubing ensures durability while keeping the crutches lightweight for ease of use.Additionally, the telescoping parts with internal bushings and external lock nuts are designed to remain silent during use, which is a thoughtful feature for those who value discretion. These crutches are suitable for individuals between 5'10" and 6'6" tall and have a 250-lb weight capacity, making them a reliable choice for taller users.

Good and sturdy, but loudly clicky even when adjustable pegs were fiddled with (was not the fault of the rubber stoppers). Very much so standard design so a bit clunky and difficult. Also a bit heavy to use comfortably. I recommend putting tape over the cuffs if arms repeatedly slide out like mine. The base is a bit hard and slips occasionally on tile, a slight give might be easier to navigate.

Great value and very strong. Adjustable to most any size. I am 6’8” (2 meters) and they are excellent. Good arm supports also.

I've heard over and over again that these wrist-type European crutches are much easier and more comfortable to use than the traditional American "armpit" crutches. Well, I was going into surgery where I'd spend a month or two on crutches so I thought I'd give these a shot. I even bought them *before* my surgery so I'd have a chance to figure them out safely before I went under the knife.Nope. No way. Nooooooope. Nuh-uh. Hell no.Attempt one: just about faceplanted, but with the effort of Hercules, stayed upright.Attempt two: Sat down, watched a whole video from a physical therapist about how to use these. Tried to imitate his technique exactly, while watching it on the screen. NOPE. I have no idea how he put that much weight on his elbow without bracing it on something. Right crutch kicked out from under me.Attempt three: There was no attempt three.I give up. Literally, if the idea is to give these to people who might have a bad leg, can't bear weight on it, and are at risk of falling, they are a hazard. What's worse is if I wanted to DO anything while on my crutches, like wash my hands or make a cup of coffee, I wouldn't be able to. These things are stuck to your forearms and there's nowhere to tuck them.Whoever said this design is somehow superior to the full size crutch design is nuts.

These are basic crutches that do the job well and are ROBUST. I am 6'1" tall and 165lbs/75kg and they are great. I ordered these along with a set of top of the line $220 Ergobaum 7G crutches for comparison. The more expensive ones were more comfortable (they had soft hand grips and suspension) but I kept these ones and sent back the more expensive ones simply because these looked more robust. I was not wrong. I am not the heaviest guy out there but I put the crutches through their paces hiking up Angel's Landing in Zion and Half Dome in Yosemite and used them to support my entire weight on long climbs and descents. The tips gripped well in dry and wet conditions. I have also used them to hike up streams with the tips completely submerged in water with no problems. On all occasions the crutches were great and the tips have lasted well - they got me to the very top of Angels Landing and Half Dome and they still have life in them (yup, I even got them up the chains and the cables, if you know those hikes...just don't tell my physiotherapist). Sure, they don't look as stylish as some crutches out there but the more expensive ones I bought and immediately returned only looked great because many of the components were made of plastic. I was worried they would eventually snap. These are mainly made of metal and have lasted well. I did get blisters on my hands on long hikes but gloves fixed this problem. An aftermarket handle grip pad would add more comfort. I am 6'1" tall and I bought the regular adult length and I do not have them on the tallest setting. Everyone is different but they are plenty long enough for me. For reference I used them whilst recovering from minor knee surgery. Hope this info helps.

Excellent quality.. adjustable… I’m a big man. 6-6 use for sciatic issues… works and fits perfectly… I prefer over cane or regular crutches.