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Joy Ours

Crutches: Forearm & Underarm Crutches

Crutches take weight off an injured leg or give longer-term support when walking. Choose from forearm or Canadian crutches, underarm styles and gutter styles, including adjustable, ergonomic, folding and shock-absorbing models.

All walking sticks

18 crutches

Prices confirmed on a quote for your funding.

Choosing crutches

In short

Crutches let you keep weight off an injured leg while you walk. Forearm crutches suit both short-term and long-term use, while underarm styles are common for short-term injuries. Check the handgrips can be set level with your wrist crease when your arms hang relaxed.

Types of crutches
Forearm crutchesAlso called elbow or Canadian crutches. A cuff wraps around the forearm above a handgrip that takes your weight.Suits: Short or long-term use, and people who want to free a hand briefly without dropping the crutch.
Underarm crutchesAlso called axilla crutches. A padded top rests against the side of the chest, with a handgrip below.Suits: Short-term injuries, such as a sprain or fracture, and first-time users.
Ergonomic grip crutchesForearm crutches with shaped handgrips that spread pressure across the palm.Suits: People who use crutches every day or have sore hands or wrists.
Gutter crutchesA padded forearm trough and upright handle, so weight goes through the forearm rather than the wrist.Suits: People who cannot take weight through their hands or wrists, as advised by a physio.
Folding and 2-in-1 crutchesA folding forearm crutch packs down for travel, and a 2-in-1 model converts between a crutch and a walking stick.Suits: People who travel, or who are moving from crutches to a stick.

How to choose crutches

Questions about crutches

What are Canadian crutches?

Canadian crutches are another name for forearm or elbow crutches. They have a cuff that wraps around the forearm and a handgrip that takes your weight. The cuff lets you release the grip briefly, for example to open a door, without dropping it.

Are forearm or underarm crutches better?

Neither type is better for everyone. Underarm crutches are common for short-term injuries and can feel steadier at first. Forearm crutches allow more freedom of movement and suit longer-term use. A physio can advise which suits your injury and strength.

How do you adjust crutches to the right height?

For forearm crutches, stand upright in your usual shoes and set the handgrip level with your wrist crease, with elbows slightly bent. For underarm styles, leave a gap of two to three finger widths between the top pad and your armpit. The handgrips also sit at wrist height. Ask a physio to check the fit.

Do I need one crutch or two?

Whether you need one crutch or two depends on your physio’s advice. Two are usually used when you must keep weight off a leg completely. Once some weight is allowed, you may move to a single crutch on the side opposite the injured leg. Check with your physio, nurse or GP before you change.

Buying crutches through Joy Ours

Can I use NDIS or other funding for crutches?

Often, yes. Joy Ours is a registered NDIS provider (No. 4053607206). We quote for every kind of NDIS plan, Support at Home, DVA, TAC and workers’ compensation. We also sell to private buyers. Your plan or scheme decides what it pays for. Costly or complex items may need an OT’s advice first. How funding works.

Why is there no price on the website?

We check that the item suits you, then price it for your funding: NDIS, Support at Home or private. Add products to a price request and the quote appears in your customer portal. Or send your OT’s report and we quote everything in it. Quotes from OT reports.

Can I see or try crutches before I buy?

Yes. Visit our showroom in Mount Waverley (Melbourne) or Edwardstown (Adelaide) by appointment. We also offer free home trials on selected equipment. Ask about a trial.

How is it delivered?

We aim to send your order within 3–5 business days of confirming it. We deliver Australia-wide. Our team can deliver and set up larger equipment. Shipping policy.