1. Back up until you can feel the chair at the back of your legs.
2. Put both crutches in the hand on the side of the affected foot.
3. Reach for the arm rest moving the affected foot out in front.
4. Slowly lower yourself into the seat.
Step-by-Step
Online Medical Reviewer: Mahammad Juber MD
Online Medical Reviewer: Marianne Fraser MSN RN
Online Medical Reviewer: Trina Bellendir PT
Date Last Reviewed: 03/01/2025
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