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Step-by-Step: Using Crutches with Step Through (Weight Bearing)

Place the bottom of your crutches on the ground about one foot in front of you. Step your injured foot forward and plant it between your crutches. Step your uninjured foot forward and plant it in front of your other foot and crutches. Repeat these steps to keep moving forward.

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Arm-chair Push-ups - Knee

Watch this video to learn how to do an arm chair push up properly to strengthen your muscles to help you get up from a seated position after joint replacement surgery.

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Step-by-Step: Using Crutches on Stairs

Here is how to safely use crutches on stairs.

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Step-by-Step: Standing with Crutches (Non-Weight Bearing)

Here is how to stand using crutches.

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When to Call the Doctor: Rheumatoid Arthritis

Watch this to learn when you should call the doctor when you have rheumatoid arthritis.

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