Sold as a pair (or individually upon request).
These are Custom Crutches that take 2-4 weeks to ship. Superlite Custom Shepherd's Crutches are a unique offering for long term crutch users who require the best in quality, durability, and aesthetics. Shepherd's crutches are a great alternative to a classic underarm crutches because they weigh less, allow for freer hand movement in front of the crutch, and have superior grip choices. Shepherd's crutch pads provide unsurpassed comfort and support under the arms. They are made from lightweight titanium and custom welded to your specs. No nuts, rivets, or bolts are used, providing a lifetime of rattle-free use.
Note: Custom Titanium Shepherd's Crutches have a user weight limit of 200lbs.
Superlite Crutches come with a variety of choices because we feel it is important to accommodate a wide range of unique customer needs. Below we provide some insight and general recommendations to help you with these choices.
Finish
Grips
Tips
All of the tips sourced for Superlite Crutches use an Absorbalite ™ gel core that provides a shock absorbing system. They are made from high quality rubber that has superior flexibility, aggressive ground engagement, and extremely long wear. The engineered pivoting action enables more of the bottom to engage the ground for amazing traction, even at very steep crutch angles.
X and Y are the two measurements we use for underarm crutch sizing. X is the distance between the top of the pad and the top of the hand grip. Y is the distance between the top of the grip and the bottom of the crutch tube or tip.
X Measurement
Using a tape measure, measure down the middle of the crutch from the top of the underarm pad to the top of the hand grip.
Y Measurement
Using a tape measure, hook the end to the bottom of the crutch tip or tube and measure to the top surface of the hand grip. Specify if Y was measured with or without a crutch tip. We will make sure the length is correct when we know what kind of tip you'll be using.
Trouble Shooting
Do you often stub your crutch tips on the ground? It may mean your crutches are too long. Do you feel stoop shouldered? They may be too short. Try this test: Standing tall with your crutches at you side, allow your hand to drape over the grip. The deep crease between the palm of your hand and your wrist should line up with the top surface of your grip. If that crease falls above the top of the grip, there is a good chance your crutches are too short. If the crease is below the top of the grip, your crutches are probably too long.