Stowable crutch

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1985-06-19

1990-04-17

Hafer, Robert A.

Tent, canopy, umbrella, or cane

Canes, sticks, crutches, and walking aids

Crutches

135 75, A61H 302

Patent

active

049171267

ABSTRACT:
A stowable crutch is disclosed which includes a body consisting of a first and a second tube secured to each other. A third tube to which a crutch tip is attached is slidably mounted within the first tube and includes a plunger assembly to secure the third tube in any one of a plurality of fixed positions with respect to the first tube. A fourth tube, to which an underarm assembly is secured, is slidably mounted within the second tube and also includes a plunger assembly to secure the fourth tube in a number of desired positions with respect to the second tube. A hand grip is mounted to the body with a ball-and-socket joint to enable adjustment of its orientation with respect to the body.

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patent: 3947140 (1976-03-01), Thomas
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