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Originally posted by MrPheer
no, i had to walk the same way after my knee surgery.. left leg in a brace but it was easier and less painful with the crutch on the right side. I dont know why she is using a full crutch though, guess nobody told her a forearm crutch is much easier.
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The main reason you use it on the opposite side is because you when you walk if you notice your right arm goes with your left leg, and left arm with your right leg. Also for balance you stablize yourself by using a crutch this way. This is also better for the healing process.