It seemed like a large expense for something I generally only use 1 of and only when I’m outside for stability, but after having wrist surgery beg September and due for knee surgery end September I bit the bullet . I was given gutter frame on discharge from hospital which is big, bulky and does not move on carpet that well so these were going to be a lifesaver if they were as good as reviews said.
They were easy enough to put together even with a bad hand. They are very top heavy and feel heavier than weight indicated.
That said they are really wonderful, comfortable to use and I feel more confident knowing that as I’m using my lower arm for stability. I haven’t once put pressure through my wrist or hand which means no pressure on wound and less pain.
My only criticism would be the straps on top seem in a awkward position (for me anyway) and as someone who likes a bit of colour maybe the option for different coloured ferrules, straps might be nice
I purchased these crutches as a replacement for my current crutch as this was wearing out, but also because I now find myself needing both a left and right crutch. Having researched these crutches online I am extremely happy with the product. The crutches are very comfortable to use, feel very stable and solid and are manufactured to a very high standard. The price for a pair of these crutches was almost comparable to the price paid for my single crutch and in my opinion are vastly superior.
The service from Medical Supplies has been excellent, the item arrived in a couple of days via courier and the process was very efficiently managed.
I have been suffering for 18 months with Anky Spond Osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis, hardly able to walk and in daily pain. I had researched lots of different crutches on the market and then a friend found a video on you tube about the M&D ones. They are fantastic, really well designed with thought and care for the user. Super supportive. Stylish....the days of the old grey ones are over. I went to a physio the other day and she was blown away by them said she had never seen anything like them..took details and hopefully more patients will be using them soon I hope. They are brilliant. My only comment would be I have zero strength in my thumbs so the blue button to release the hand grip is a little tricky, wondering if a trigger mechanism on the front of the handle would work. But other than that thank you they are totally awesome.
I've been using different crutches for the past 7 years but was beginning to feel more strain on my joints.. The m and d crutches have changed my posture and put less strain on my shoulders. They are more supportive and i would definitely recommend them. I suffer from fibromyalgia, arthritis and hypermobility among other issues. The added bonus of the additional features are fantastic. No more fighting with crutches when I need my hands free to do things.
Delivery time was so quick and they arrived next day well packaged.
Many thanks for getting in touch. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review with us.
It's great to hear you're so happy with your purchase. We're really happy to hear that using a premium pair of crutches has improved your quality of life and has helped to alleviate your symptoms, allowing you to be a bit more freely mobile.
We're also glad to hear your purchase arrived swiftly.
We hope to hear from you again very soon.
Kind regards,
Seth at MedicalSupplies.co.uk
Rating:
I am impressed
04 April 2022 | Kathryn
When I received my sticks, I was impressed by the speed of the delivery and the quality of the product. I am sure they will help me be safe and not increase the possibility of further injury.
Purchased these for my wife who has a spinal injury, both rotator cuffs in her shoulders blown, and fibromyalgia. While it's taken her a little time to get used to the weight of the new crutches, she's able to walk some distance after a little practice. One minor issue (hence 4 stars) is the area just above the elbow cup, which rubs against her arm. I dealt with this with adhesive padding but it's not ideal. I'd suggest feeding this back to the manufacturers.
I recently bought some other crutches for my recent diagnosis of Fibromyalgia and Arthritis. I struggled with my hands using these and after trailing the internet again I came across this website and forearm crutches, I bought these in hesititation but on using them for the first time I was absolutely amazed at how much less of pain I was in, these are brilliant for resting on in between walking and whilst walking with these you feel instantly supported! Really really great invention and these have given me my confidence back again. Brilliant service and delivery. Thankyou so much 👍😊
I ordered these gutter crutches out of desperation but not really believing that would help me. How wrong I was. I cannot recommend the crutches and the company highly enough. I have major lower back issues along with Fibromylgia and Lupus. I have used 1 stick for 2 years but was struggling. Tried 2 sticks but this highlighted how badly affected my left hand is and caused loads of pain. Having spoken to my physio and OT I investigated these crutches and decided to give them ago. They arrived within 3 days, very well packaged and with lots of well thought out information. Took a while to get out of the packaging (cable ties are not easily cut by a disabled person) but went together easily and my partner easily made the adjustments to suit me. I feel as though I have got my freedom back. I walked around the supermarket for the first time in 2 years and I am able to gently increase my steps without having to take heavy painkillers before and after. I claimed back the VAT as a disabled person, which was simply a small form to complete and send. Thank you for the time and thought put into this life changing product which enables me to stand up straight, move freely, improves my balance and doesn’t aggravate my painful hand.