Nursing students must learn the basics of assistive devices such as crutches, canes, and walkers. In this video, you'll learn the basic pattern of the 2-point gait with crutches.

2-point and 4-point gait on underarm crutches causes the body to lean excessively forward compared to the same gait patterns while using forearm crutches.

Two-point gait: the right foot and left crutch are advanced simultaneously, followed by the left foot and right crutch. There are two points in contact with the floor at any one time!

Diagram of crutch gait patterns: 2-point, 3-point, 4-point, swing-through/tripod. Details foot & crutch movements, weight bearing, support, balance.

There are three main walks or “gaits” when using crutches. They are the “Four-Point Gait,” the “Partial Weight-Bearing Three-Point Gait” and the “Three Point “Swing Through Gait.” Your …

Stand upright with a crutch in each hand, and your weight evenly distributed between your feet. Simultaneously, bring your right crutch and left foot forward by approximately one foot. Then …

In a complete two-step cycle both feet are in contact with the floor at the same time for about 25 per cent of the time. This part of the cycle is called the double-support phase.

In this video, you will learn the Two-Point Gait using crutches — one of the most important gait patterns for Nursing Officer, NORCET, NCLEX, and all nursing exams.

The first thing to know in ambulating with a cane is that the cane must be on the opposite side of the affected leg and in tandem with it so as to simulate normal gait and to increase balance …

Learn how to use crutches properly, as well as important nursing information for NCLEX, HESI, and ATI exams. Assistive devices, such as crutches, canes, and walkers, provide patients with …