Best Crutches

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".

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.