Abstract: The rifle rest is for use with a vertical support post. The rifle rest includes a body including a collar configured to substantially surround the vertical support post, and at least one tightening mechanism coupled to the collar and configured to tighten the collar and position the body at a selected height on the vertical support post. A pivotable arm, defining a rifle rest platform, is pivotally coupled to the body and configured to be pivoted between a stored position adjacent the vertical support post and a deployed position extending away from the vertical support post. The pivotable arm is coupled to the body via a pivotal resistance that keeps the pivotable arm selectively secured in the stored position and the deployed position, respectively, until a user overcomes the pivotable resistance and pivots the pivotable arm to selectively store the pivotable arm and deploy the pivotable arm.

Abstract: A mobility device configurable in a first walk configuration and a second stair-climb configuration, including a frame with movable front leg portions, a leg-actuation system connected to the front leg portions and a safety-control device mounted to the frame. The safety-control device includes a configuration selector, and a lever connected to the leg-actuation system and configured to actuate the cable actuation system so as to cause the first and second movable leg portions to move from a first position to a second position. The lever remains locked in a first lever position such that the lever cannot be moved unless the configuration selector is in a depressed position, thereby preventing inadvertent movement of the leg portion.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a buffer bracket, which comprises a base, a moving part, an elastic buffer and a positioning pin. The base is provided with a group of holes, which comprises a plurality of positioning holes arranged in sequence along the first direction. The moving part is movably fitted to the base along the first direction. The elastic buffer is elastically compressed between the base and the moving part. The locating pin is installed on the moving part. When the moving part moves forward in the first direction relative to the base under external force, the positioning pin is restricted to a certain positioning hole. The beneficial effect of the disclosure is that it can absorb impact energy and avoid rebound.

Abstract: An antenna apparatus having a housing enclosing antenna components and a leg extending from the housing includes a base securable to a surface and configured to receive a bottom portion of the leg. A locking assembly defined at the bottom portion of the leg is moveable between a first position, wherein the leg is removable from the base, and a second position, wherein the leg is lockingly secured within the base.

Abstract: A cup holder assembly for a portable and handheld walking apparatus that includes a fastener assembly with an annular clasp operably configured to selectively translate to increase and decrease in diameter an annular recess defined thereon for receiving and retaining a portable and handheld walking apparatus. The cup holder assembly also includes a first hinge member directly coupled to the annular clasp and a second hinge member hingedly coupled to the first hinge member, wherein the second hinge member is operably configured to rotate and have at least one locked position along a rotation path with respect to the annular clasp. The assembly includes a cantilevered support rod with a portion directly coupled to the second hinge member and having a terminal distal end and a cylindrical container member and a container fastener configured to couple with the cantilevered support rod.

Abstract: A height adjustable walking aid includes an outer tube and an inner tube slidably received within the outer tube. Adjustment is made using a, actuating assembly and pin assembly. Application of an actuation force upon the actuating assembly engages a translating member within the translating rod assembly to drive a lower pin travel block of the pin assembly from a first position to a second position. A pin then travels from an extended position to a retracted position such that the inner tube may slidably translate within the outer tube.

Abstract: An auxiliary handle for a walking assistance device has a tube seat and a handgrip tube. The tube seat utilizes the positioning space for accepting a crutch tube. When a user holds the handle portion of the handgrip tube and turns it downward; when the handgrip tube is turned, the positioning protrusion of the connecting portion moves from the stopping portion to the positioning portion and compresses the elastic member. When the handgrip tube is horizontal, the positioning protrusion passes over the stopping edge and inserts into the positioning portion for positioning to lock the handgrip tube and prevent the elastic member from rebounding. Meanwhile, the user holds a top grip on the top of the walking assistance device with one hand, and holds the handgrip tube with the other hand, and then applies force to support the body to get up and stand.

Abstract: A locking mechanism is adapted for a foldable pole including a pole body and an elastic drawstring disposed therein, and the pole body being composed of a plurality of pole sections foldably connected with each other through the locking mechanism. The locking mechanism includes a connector and a connecting sleeve. The connecting sleeve is disposed on one end of adjacent two ends of two pole sections and the connector is disposed on another end of adjacent two ends of two pole sections. The connecting sleeve has a through hole for receiving the connector. An elastic buckle for locking the connector is disposed on the connecting sleeve. One end of the elastic buckle passes through the connecting sleeve and is inserted into the clamping groove of the connector. The locking sleeve is pressable against the elastic buckle so as to lock or unlock the connecting sleeve with the connector.

Abstract: An ergonomic lateral sweeping device is described. In an embodiment, the device has a sweeping head such as a broom or rake head, and an elongated pole attached to the head. A paddle is attached to the elongated pole opposite the head, the paddle being wider than the elongated pole. Some embodiments also include a horizontal handle attached to the elongated pole and extending perpendicular to the elongated pole.

Abstract: A free-standing balancing apparatus is disclosed, which is useful for providing increased balance, proper support, and variable levels of stability to a user engaged in various types of physical activities. The apparatus comprises an elongated body that is adjustable in height, a handle near the top of the apparatus, and a stabilizing section that can be positioned and configured to contact the exercise surface as needed with varying levels of stabilization. Also disclosed are methods of using the free-standing balancing apparatus.

Abstract: Systems, methods, and articles of manufacture for adjustable length, multi-segment, weighted trekking pole are provided. Two or three-segment trekking (or other) poles may benefit from removable slotted annular-shaped weights that may provide liquid storage and may be configured to fit around the pins of a pin-and-hole coupling mechanism that attaches the pole segments together.

Abstract: A crutch handle is positionably adjustable to crutch at an offset angle to provide an ergonomic position of a user's hand. The crutch handle has a curved adjustment adapter on both a first and second end of a handle-grip portion of the crutch handle. A fastener slot extends through the first and second adjustment adapters to allow a fastener to extend though and secure the handle to the crutch at an offset angle. The handle-grip has a fastener opening on at least one of the first or second ends to allow the fastener to be positioned along the handle-grip portion of the handle. A conventional crutch may be adapted with this angle adjustable crutch handle with the fasteners being in apertures that are aligned across the crutch support.

Abstract: A forearm crutch includes a supporting rod, a handle, and a holding device. The supporting rod is adapted to contact with ground. The supporting rod includes an upper end having a holding portion. The handle is mounted below the holding portion and extending forward. The holding device includes two holding plates and two elastic elements. The two holding plates are respectively mounted to two sides of the holding portion. Each of the two elastic elements is coupled between one of the two holding plates and the coupling portion to provide the two clamping plates with a holding force relative to the holding portion for holding a forearm of a user.

Abstract: A crutch grip (100) includes a grip (101) disposed between a first grip end (102) and a second grip end (103). The first grip end and the second grip end can define a partially annular receiver for a crutch post (106,107). One or more retaining clips (108,109) can include a base member (408,409), a first, curved, cantilevered leg (410,411), and a second, curved, cantilevered leg (412,413). The retaining clips can removably engage an outer surface (202,203) of the first grip end or the second grip end such that an annular clasp (602,603) is defined between the first grip end or the second grip end and the retaining clips.

Abstract: A foldable crutch includes an upper rod having a pad portion on a top end thereof and a first coupling portion at a bottom end thereof. The first coupling portion includes at least one positioning groove and a receiving groove. A handle is disposed on the upper rod. A lower rod includes an upper end having a second coupling portion mounted to the first coupling portion. The second coupling portion includes a positioning member for coupling with the positioning groove or the receiving groove. A turn knob is mounted to the first coupling portion. An axle extends through the first and second coupling portions and is pivotably connected to the turn knob. An elastic element biases the first and second coupling portions to disengage the positioning member from the at least one positioning groove when the turn knob is in the unlocking position.

Abstract: A single-tube crutch (100) includes an upper leg (101) and a lower leg (301). The lower leg (301) can be fully insertable into a first end of the upper leg such that only a slip-resistant tip (102) is exposed. The single-tube crutch can include an underarm support (104) coupled to a second end of the upper leg opposite the first end. A grip assembly (105) translates along the upper leg between a usage position and a stowed position.

Abstract: An apparatus for aiding mobility of a user comprises inner and outer shafts each having a grip projecting transversely therefrom. The inner shaft is receivable in the hollow outer shaft and a locking mechanism is provided for securing the inner shaft in fixed relation to the outer shaft in a manner providing a plurality of configurations of the apparatus. Generally speaking, the configurations of the apparatus include a nested configuration in which the inner shaft is substantially entirely received in the outer shaft so as to present the grips in close proximity to one another, and an extended configuration in which the inner shaft projects along an axis of the apparatus beyond a top of the outer shaft so that the grips are in axially spaced relation. The inner and outer shafts may also be separated so that each forms a separate cane for use in one hand of the user.

Abstract: A forearm crutch has a cane assembly including a main cane and a hand grip mounted on the main cane, an adjustable base slidably mounted on the main cane, a forearm support assembly including a forearm support cane securely attached to the adjustable base and a cuff mounted on the forearm support cane, and a first locking assembly selectively locks the adjustable base in place on the main cane. When the first locking assembly is unlocked, the adjustable base and the forearm support assembly can slide along the main cane. By sliding the adjustable base and the forearm support assembly downward, the forearm crutch can be shortened and occupy small room, so as to be suitable for storage.

Abstract: A crutch handle is positionably adjustable to a crutch at an offset angle to provide an ergonomic position of a user's hand. The crutch handle has a curved adjustment adapter on both a first and second end of a handle-grip portion of the crutch handle. A fastener slot extends through the first and second adjustment adapters to allow a fastener to extend though and secure the handle to the crutch at an offset angle. The handle-grip has a fastener opening on at least one of the first or second ends to allow the fastener to be positioned along the handle-grip portion of the handle. A conventional crutch may be adapted with this angle adjustable crutch handle with the fasteners being in apertures that are aligned across the crutch support.

Abstract: A novel crutch comprising a series of elements angled with respect to each other so as to provide a stable platform for supporting a user's weight while reducing injury.

Abstract: A crutch includes a base, one or more leg support members coupled to the base, and an axillary support member coupled to the base. The leg support members are configurable to at least partially the weight of a person through the person's leg. The axillary support member is configurable to extend under one of the user's arms to at least partially bear weight of the person. The axillary support member may be adjustable to reversibly transform the crutch between axillary support of the person and leg support of the person. The crutch can be selectively configured for use in a hands-free walking mode, an axillary support mode, a sitting mode, or a compact mode.

Abstract: Example ambulation aid apparatus and associated methods of manufacture are disclosed and described herein. An example single-point supportive ambulation aid is formed as an integral part. The integral part of the example ambulation aid is formed to integrate: a body portion formed to support a user; a graspable area integrated with the body portion and providing an area to be gripped by a user; and a foot portion integrated with the body portion and providing a single point of contact with a walking surface to facilitate user movement and support in conjunction with the body portion and graspable area through the integral part.

Abstract: A medical device for assisting patients in walking who have sustained injury to the lower portion of their legs or feet. The device supports the patient's knee and is controlled by the patient's hand and arm. The device includes an elongate ground-engaging upright stanchion having an upwardly extending vertical axis when a user is standing. The stanchion has a top and a front, and a knee holster affixed to the top of the stanchion for receiving the user's knee. A handrail projects upwardly and frontally from a top of the holster at an angle of between 15 and 35 degrees from the vertical axis. The handrail has a hand-gripping portion located such that when gripped by the user while standing an angle of approximately 90 degrees is formed at the user's elbow between the forearm and the upper arm.

Abstract: A crutch having a first side direction, a second side direction opposite the first side direction, a third side direction perpendicular to the first side direction and a fourth side direction opposite the third side direction, the crutch including an elongate leg having a top end, a top portion, a middle portion, a bottom portion, and a bottom end, wherein the elongate leg extends from a saddle to a foot and has a handle disposed on the middle portion, wherein the saddle extends in an elongate shape between the first side direction and the second side direction, wherein the handle extends in an elongate shape between the first side direction and the second side direction, wherein the elongate leg middle portion is to the third side direction of an axis extending between the leg and the foot, wherein the elongate leg middle portion is to the first side direction of an axis extending between the top end of the elongate leg and the bottom end of the elongate leg; and wherein the handle is cantilevered and has a

Abstract: A physical support device used for displacing the weight of the upper torso off of the lower back and ensuring proper posture while a user is seated, comprising a base member to be placed on a surface adjacent a seated user, an arced member to be placed under the user's armpit, a vertical support member having a lower end coupled to the base member and an upper end coupled to the arced member. An adjustment mechanism allows for height adjustment of the vertical support member so that the arced member can fit directly under any user's armpit, where the arced member is able to hold and displace the weight of the user's upper torso off the lower back. A forearm support coupled to the vertical support member further provides comfort and relief to a seated user.

Abstract: A resonance massage method and device for massaging acupuncture points on the wrist, wherein the massage device is provided with two wave generators which are placed on the inner and outer wrist to output periodic waves in opposite directions, and the opposite periodic waves resonate to create resonance which is capable of persistently massaging the acupuncture points on the wrist.

Abstract: A cane includes a tube, an extension rod telescopically mounted within one end of the tube, and a control mechanism sandwiched between the tube and the extension rod. The tube defines a first aperture and a second aperture. The extension rod defines a plurality of holes. The control mechanism is movable among a first position where the control mechanism is positioned in a selected one of the holes in the extension rod, and the tube, the extension rod and the control mechanism are prohibited from moving axially with respect to one another; a second position where the extension rod and the control mechanism together are allowed to move axially with respect to the tube; and a third position where the extension rod is allowed to move axially with respect to the control mechanism and the tube.

Abstract: A crutch includes a main frame mainly constructed of two spaced posts, wherein each post defines multiple positioning holes. A handgrip includes a main piece and two fasteners. The main piece defines two receiving spaces at its two ends for receiving the posts of the main frame. Each fastener has a positioning stud, a first portion, and a second portion. The first and second portions enclose one post of the main frame and can be operated to move between a first position and a second position. When each fastener is moved to the first position, the positioning stud is inserted into one of the positioning holes, while the first portion is engaged with the main piece. When the fastener is moved to the second position, the positioning stud is clear of the positioning hole, while the fastener is unable to leave the post.

Abstract: A crutch includes a grip and a forearm support that are coupled to an elongated member that extends from the forearm support to the ground. The inner surface of the forearm support can correspond to a digital representation of a forearm of the patient and the outer surface of the hand grip can correspond to a digital representation of a palmar surface of the patient's hand in at least a partially closed position.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the present invention contemplates an improved mechanism for adjusting a telescoping member. The telescoping member includes at least two sections including a first pole member having an outer diameter and an inner diameter; and a second pole member having a second pole inner diameter larger than the first pole outer diameter; a collet having a top portion securely coupled to the inner diameter arranged on a lower portion of the first pole member and a bottom portion extending beyond a lower end of the first pole member, the collet further comprising an external thread; and a handle member arranged on top of the first pole member, the handle member comprising an actuator button coupled to an internal spring coupled to a rod extending through the first pole member, the rod terminating in a plunger end, the plunger end extending through the collet.

Abstract: The invention concerns a variable-length crutch 1 comprising a main body 2, a foot 5 extensible and retractable with respect to said main body 2, and an actuator comprising a motor 6 with a rotary output shaft 9 and a worm transmission in order to convert a rotation of said motor shaft 9 into a linear movement of said foot 5 with respect to the main body 2. The worm transmission is irreversible. The actuator also comprises a programmable module 8 controlling the motor 6 and a sensor 10 for extending the foot 5 with respect to the main body 2. The module 8 is connected to said motor 6 in order to control the extension and/or retraction of the crutch to a preprogrammed length and to stop the motor 6 when said length is reached.

Abstract: A multifunctional walking staff, to aid in balance and support on an ice surface, and to function as a survival or a rescue tool in the event of breaking through thin ice into water. Secure traction on ice is attained by a metal tip, which may be further pressed onto the ice by a foot peg, serving also as a grapple hook. Secured onto the ice, the staff affords reliable anchorage to an attached rescue line, which is ordinarily stowed in multiple folds therewithin. An adjustable loop is formed integrally with, or adjoined to the rescue line, which loop may be maneuvred by the staff to facilitate engagement with the rescuee. A buoyant projectile linked to the loop is releasably disposed within a top section of the staff, and is of such weight that it and the loop may jointly be cast the full extent of the rescue line.

Abstract: A system method and device, the system including a gait device for facilitating a gait of a person over a surface and one or a plurality of crutches to provide support over the surface the gait device, each of said one or a plurality of crutches including a locomotion facilitator to enhance locomotion of that crutch over the surface and a mechanism to modify the locomotion of that crutch over the surface.

Abstract: A leg supporting crutch apparatus includes a crutch having an underarm support structure, a support surface engagement structure, and a hand grip. A central portion of a torso engaging structure, which is between first and second end portion thereof, is attached to the central portion of the crutch at a location between the underarm support structure and the hand grip. A leg support assembly is attached to the central portion of the crutch at a location between the hand grip and the support surface engagement structure. The leg support structure includes a platform on which a lower leg portion of a person using the leg supporting crutch apparatus can be supported while the torso engaging structure is secured to a torso of the person and the underarm support structure is positioned under an armpit of the person.

Abstract: A length adjustable cane for assisting a user with mobility on surfaces having different heights includes a cylindrical outer tube and a cylindrical core member configured to be received in the outer tube and telescopically movable between retracted and extended configurations relative thereto. A handle is connected to an upper end of the core member. An actuator lever is coupled to the handle and accessible to a hand of the user, the actuator lever being movable between actuated and released configurations. A latching mechanism is situated in the outer tube proximate the open end thereof. A drawbar having an elongate configuration is positioned in an interior of the core member. The drawbar includes a first end coupled to the actuator lever and a second end operatively coupled to the latching mechanism. Operation of the actuator lever operates the latching mechanism to selectively allow length adjustment of the cane.

Abstract: A walker is provided with a first side frame including a telescopic forward leg, a telescopic rearward leg, and a top arm having one end integrally formed with the forward leg and the other end joined to the rearward leg; a second side frame including a telescopic forward leg, a telescopic rearward leg, and a top arm having one end integrally formed with the forward leg and the other end joined to the rearward leg; a front frame releasably secured to both the first and second side frames; and first and second crutch sections releasably secured to the first and second side frames respectively.

Abstract: A crutch includes a grip and a forearm support that are coupled to an elongated member that extends from the forearm support to the ground. The inner surface of the forearm support can correspond to a digital representation of a forearm of the patient and the outer surface of the hand grip can correspond to a digital representation of a palmar surface of the patient's hand in at least a partially closed position.

Abstract: The invention concerns a variable-length crutch 1 comprising a main body 2, a foot 5 extensible and retractable with respect to said main body 2, and an actuator comprising a motor 6 with a rotary output shaft 9 and a worm transmission in order to convert a rotation of said motor shaft 9 into a linear movement of said foot 5 with respect to the main body 2. The worm transmission is irreversible. The actuator also comprises a programmable module 8 controlling the motor 6 and a sensor 10 for extending the foot 5 with respect to the main body 2. The module 8 is connected to said motor 6 in order to control the extension and/or retraction of the crutch to a preprogrammed length and to stop the motor 6 when said length is reached.

Abstract: The invention provides a forearm type of crutch comprising an operatively upright staff having a ground engaging foot at one end and a transverse handle and forearm support assembly at the operatively upper end, and wherein the angle of inclination of the forearm support assembly to the staff is adjustable, wherein the angle of inclination of the forearm support assembly relative to the staff is adjustable by means of a pair of co-operating positioning portions, one being stationary relative to the staff and the other being stationary relative to the forearm support assembly and wherein the positioning portions have complementarily co-operating zones that are engagable in different angular positions of the forearm support assembly and staff to provide a desired angle of inclination of the forearm support assembly relative to the staff and wherein releasable clamping means operatively hold the positioning portions in a selected engaged position for use.

Abstract: A walking stick (10) having a shaft (12) having a first portion (34) and a second portion (36) received within the first portion (34) such that the second portion (36) can slide relative to the first portion (34). A first transverse handle (18) is provided at an upper end of the shaft (12) and a second handle (20) is provided pivotable between a retracted position in which the second handle (20) is generally parallel to the shaft (12) and an extended position in which the second handle (20) extends transversely to the shaft (12). A spring member (48) is provided for biasing the second portion (36) of the shaft (12) to slide outwardly from the first portion (34) and a locking mechanism is provided having a trigger (38) adjacent the first handle (18).

Abstract: A power adjustable crutch assembly is provided for assisting a user in transitioning between a seated position and a standing position. The assembly includes a support configured for positioning under an arm of a user. An upper frame is coupled to and extends downwardly from the support. A lower frame is slidably coupled to the upper frame. An adjustment assembly is operationally coupled to the lower frame and the upper frame. The upper frame is adjustable to extend a selectable length from the lower frame. A foot configured for frictionally engaging a ground surface is coupled to a bottom of the lower frame.

Abstract: A linearly adjustable device comprising a main body including at least two body sections each having a longitudinal axis, and a linear actuator. The sections are operatively connected together for linear movement relative to one another in the axial direction. The linear actuator is operatively mounted to the main body for causing the relative axial movement between the body section. The linear actuator includes a drive and a power transmission mechanism operatively connected to the drive. The transmission mechanism includes an elongated threaded member operatively connected to one of the body sections and a cooperating threaded member operatively connected to another of the body sections such that relative rotation between the elongated threaded member and the cooperating threaded member causes relative movement of the body sections.

Abstract: A crutch having a first side direction, a second side direction opposite the first side direction, a third side direction perpendicular to the first side direction and a fourth side direction opposite the third side direction, the crutch including an elongate leg having a top end, a top portion, a middle portion, a bottom portion, and a bottom end, wherein the elongate leg extends from a saddle to a foot and has a handle disposed on the middle portion, wherein the saddle extends in an elongate shape between the first side direction and the second side direction, wherein the handle extends in an elongate shape between the first side direction and the second side direction, wherein the elongate leg middle portion is to the third side direction of an axis extending between the leg and the foot, wherein the elongate leg middle portion is to the first side direction of an axis extending between the top end of the elongate leg and the bottom end of the elongate leg; and wherein the handle is cantilevered and has a

Abstract: An adaptable mobility aid device is disclosed that has length-adjustable front and rear legs, a handle, and a knee support platform coupled to the legs and the handle, the legs being adjustable within a range of lengths suitable to straddle steps for ascending and descending stairways, as well as to function on the level, or on a ramp. The lengths of the legs can be adjusted in tandem via single-hand operability of an adjustment mechanism. The knee support platform provides support for an impaired lower leg of a user, not requiring the leg to contact the stairs, and also not requiring the leg to be held mid-air in a hopping motion. The handle enables one-handed use of the adaptable mobility aid device. In some embodiments, spring loaded pins or a pull bar to activate the pins, enable the single-hand operability of the adjustment mechanism.

Abstract: Provided is a crutch that may be collapsed for storage and shipment, adjustable for different users and mitigates the affect of the enrich striking the ground. A saddle support surface is coupled to two rails that extend and slide through a handrail and a wishbone. The rails may be secured with respect to the handrail and wishbone in a variety of positions, enabling the distance between the support surface and the handgrip and the length of the crutch to be adjusted. In addition, the rails may be positioned in the handrail and wishbone such that the support surface fits against the handrail and the handrail against the wishbone. A shock tube extends from and slides through the wishbone and may be secured in a variety of positions to adjust the length of the crutch to account for different users and to minimize the length for storage and shipment.

Abstract: An adjustable length crutch including at least one support portion to support at least a portion of the weight of a user, a leg portion associated with the at least one support portion and having a foot adapted to abut the ground in use to balance the user and a length adjustment mechanism to adjust the separation between the at least one support portion and the foot to adjust the effective length of the crutch.

Abstract: An improved mobility assistance apparatus for use by a person as a walking aid, e.g. a cane, crutch, or walker, has a support capable of bearing vertical forces during use of the apparatus as a walking aid and a resilient device connected to a lower portion of the support for ground engagement. The device has a dynamic response characteristic to forces associated with ambulating using the apparatus as a walking aid which generates propulsive force to aid mobility. Two coiled springs are monolithically formed with the device at an upper end thereof. A flexible elongated member is connected to a radially inner, free end of each of the coiled springs and extends about a return at a lower portion of the device for resiliently expanding the coiled springs to store energy with force loading of the apparatus during use and to release stored energy during force unloading to generate propulsive force to aid mobility.

Abstract: The invention provides a forearm type of crutch comprising an operatively upright staff having a ground engaging foot at one end and a transverse handle and forearm support assembly at the operatively upper end, and wherein the angle of inclination of the forearm support assembly to the staff is adjustable, wherein the angle of inclination of the forearm support assembly relative to the staff is adjustable by means of a pair of co-operating positioning portions, one being stationary relative to the staff and the other being stationary relative to the forearm support assembly and wherein the positioning portions have complementarily co-operating zones that are engagable in different angular positions of the forearm support assembly and staff to provide a desired angle of inclination of the forearm support assembly relative to the staff and wherein releasable clamping means operatively hold the positioning portions in a selected engaged position for use.

Abstract: A crutch having a first side direction, a second side direction opposite the first side direction, a third side direction perpendicular to the first side direction and a fourth side direction opposite the third side direction, the crutch including an elongate leg having a top end, a top portion, a middle portion, a bottom portion, and a bottom end, wherein the elongate leg extends from a saddle to a foot and has a handle disposed on the middle portion, wherein the saddle extends in an elongate shape between the first side direction and the second side direction, wherein the handle extends in an elongate shape between the first side direction and the second side direction, wherein the elongate leg middle portion is to the third side direction of an axis extending between the leg and the foot, wherein the elongate leg middle portion is to the first side direction of an axis extending between the top end of the elongate leg and the bottom end of the elongate leg; and wherein the handle is cantilevered and has a

Abstract: A crutch having a first side direction, a second side direction opposite the first side direction, a third side direction perpendicular to the first side direction and a fourth side direction opposite the third side direction, the crutch including an elongate leg having a top end, a top portion, a middle portion, a bottom portion, and a bottom end, wherein the elongate leg extends from a saddle to a foot and has a handle disposed on the middle portion, wherein the saddle extends in an elongate shape between the first side direction and the second side direction, wherein the handle extends in an elongate shape between the first side direction and the second side direction, wherein the elongate leg middle portion is to the third side direction of an axis extending between the leg and the foot, wherein the elongate leg middle portion is to the first side direction of an axis extending between the top end of the elongate leg and the bottom end of the elongate leg; and wherein the handle is cantilevered and has a