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Find expert care for joint pain, injuries, and conditions that affect how you move at the HPH Bone & Joint Centers.
These images show how to use crutches with step through (weight bearing).
After the patch, you should start to feel better soon. Improvement often continues over the next several days.
Correct fitting helps you use your crutches safely. When fitting crutches, stand up straight and wear the shoes you will normally use to walk.
Pain that lasts longer than 6 months is called chronic pain. This is pain that's present even after the body has healed. Read on to learn how to manage chronic pain at home.