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Using Crutches with Swing To (Non-Weight Bearing)

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2 steps in using crutches with swing to (non-weight bearing).

Online Medical Reviewer: Amy Finke RN BSN

Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Kent Turley BSN MSN RN

Online Medical Reviewer: Thomas N Joseph MD

Date Last Reviewed: 03/01/2025

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