Best Crutches TechnoBuffalo 2020

If you're recovering from a lower-body injury, a good pair of crutches can be crucial to your mobility. They help reduce the pressure on your lower extremities and broaden your center of gravity to reduce your risk of falling. Crutches come in a variety of styles, and choosing the right one will depend on your injury type and physical ability. We've composed a list of the best crutches available, so take a look.

Best for travel: Carex Folding Crutches

Staff Pick

Traveling with crutches is an incredible hassle -- unless you have a pair that fold up! Weighing in at a little over 2 pounds each, these are a great option that you can comfortably fit under a chair, in a luggage compartment, or in a suitcase. They crutches support up to 250 pounds in weight and adjust all the way from 4'11" to 6'4".

$28 at Amazon

Hands-free crutch: iWALK 2.0 Hands Free Crutch

If you've injured your foot or ankle, and don't want to tie up your hands with a traditional pair of crutches while trying to get around, this is the right choice for you. Adjustable height settings allow the crutch to fit adults ranging from 4'10" to 6'6". To put it on, the crutch comfortably secures to your injured leg via three fabric straps, and the quick-release buckles make taking it off a breeze.

$149 at Amazon

Classic crutches: Hugo Comfort Max Lightweight Aluminum Crutches

When you think of crutches, this is probably the first style that comes to mind. They are suited for adults up to 300 pounds, and adjust to fit heights from 5'2" to 5'10". They weigh in at roughly two pounds each and have thick underarm pads, making them a good, simple choice to satisfy most of your crutch needs.

$24 at Amazon

High mobility: KneeRover Economy Knee Scooter

This scooter weighs 21 pounds but can support up to 300 lbs. It adjusts for heights from 4'6" to 6'6" and has handlebars that fold down so you can easily fit it into a vehicle. The hand brakes offer a locking mechanism for when you stop moving, and the four 7.5" rubber wheels will ensure you can get around smoothly on most surfaces.

$108 at Amazon

Easy on wrists: Medline Aluminum Forearm Crutches

Traditional crutches are loud, and your underarms can get sore from supporting most of your body weight. With these Medline Aluminum Forearm Crutches, you can get the support you need without straining your torso, and these crutches are designed to be totally silent under normal use. They come in adult (5'0"-6'2") and child (4'2"-5'2") height sizes, both supporting up to 250 pounds.

From $38 at Amazon

Best stability: Mobilegs Ultra Crutches

These crutches are designed to maximize stability and feature ergonomic handgrips that let you maintain a comfortable, normal wrist angle that distributes your weight evenly. The legs are angled outward to provide extra space for your hips, so you're less likely to trip over them. Their unique underarm saddle is designed to move in conjunction with your body, making them less rough on your underarms.

$150 at Amazon

Getting around

If you're having trouble walking, don't risk going without crutches -- a fall could aggravate your condition or cause new injuries. In our collection, we think the Carex Folding Crutches are the best option for most people because they fit a large height range. Their price is also low, and they can fold into an overhead compartment or bag when traveling.

For anyone wanting to regain mobility without a lot of balancing, the KneeRover Economy Knee Scooter is an excellent choice. The four wide wheels will provide extra stability, and the hand brakes will prevent you from running into objects. When not in use, the handlebars fold down for easy storage.

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