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Saturday, February 22, 2014

iWalk 2.0 Crutch

Revolutionary iWalk 2.0 Makes Crutches Obsolete!

Hands-free mobility crutch substitute. Those suffering lower leg, foot and ankle injuries can resume their normal daily routines during rehabilitation. For most people suffering lower leg, foot and ankle injuries, the answer is YES! iWalk 2.0 is a great way to improve your qualify of life during your rehabilitation. That said, since every physique and every injury is unique, we recommend that you always consult with your health care professional before using the iWalk 2.0.

If you have a lower leg, ankle or foot injury that is required to be non-weight bearing during recovery, then, in most instances, iWalk 2.0 Crutch will work for you.

Typical injuries include (but are not limited to) any sprain, strain, fracture, dislocation or surgery to the lower leg, ankle or foot. Common conditions we experience are sprained ankles, fractures of the lower leg, foot or ankle, Achilles tendon injuries and surgeries, foot surgeries such as bunion or foot ulcer correction. iWalk 2.0 is also useful as a gateway device during prosthetic limb transition periods or as a shower / swim prosthetic for users of permanent prosthetic limbs. In short, if you’ve sustained an injury to your lower calf, ankle or foot, and you need to be non-weight bearing, then iWalk 2.0 can be used instead of conventional crutches.

You are a good candidate for a crutch alternative like the iWalk 2.0 if:

Prior to your injury you were not challenged by normal ambulatory activities such as walking, climbing stairs, etc.
Your injury is to one leg (or foot, ankle or Achilles tendon) only.
Your injury is to the lower leg, ankle, Achilles tendon or foot and requires you to be non-weight bearing during your rehabilitation
You are between 4’10” (147CM) and 6’6” (198cm). The iWALK 2.0 is fully adjustable for a wide range of heights and leg sizes. If you fall outside of this range, contact us for an individual assessment first.
You weigh 275 pounds (125 kg) or less and your maximum leg circumference is 27 inches (69 cm) or less (measurement taken as high as possible on the thigh).
If you’re wearing a cast, make sure you can still bend your knee to 90 degrees.

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A good quick test to see if the iWALK 2.0 might be suitable is to place the shin of the injured leg (with your leg bent 90 degrees) on a padded bench or chair. If you can carry weight in this manner for a few minutes and the shin and knee remain comfortable, this is a very good indication that iWALK 2.0 will work for you.

If you are suffering from lower leg, foot, and ankle injuries or Plantar fasciitis treatment and are required to be non-weight bearing during recovery, then you can use the iWalk 2.0 crutch to improve your quality of life during rehabilitation.

Typical injuries that a hands-free crutch are appropriate for include (but are not limited to) any sprain, strain, fracture, dislocation or surgery to the lower leg, ankle or foot. Common conditions we experience are sprained ankles, fractures of the lower leg, foot or ankle, Foot fracture, Achilles tendon injuries and surgeries, foot surgeries such as bunion or foot ulcer correction. There are exceptions to the guidelines provided above, so if you fall outside of those listed here, don’t be discouraged – just give us a call so we can discuss your specific circumstances.

iWALK 2.0 may not be suited for:

People that have poor health, diminished strength or who have any mobility challenges that are unrelated to the injury.
Those that are significantly overweight are not ideal candidates, but that does not mean it won't work! Contact us for an individual assessment.
Those that are unwilling to spend one to two hours to become proficient in using the iWALK 2.0. (We’ve seen many cases where users get used to iWALK 2.0 in minutes, but everyone is different).
People with injuries to the knee or upper leg.

The iWALK 2.0 crutch is also useful as a gateway device during prosthetic limb transition periods or as a shower/swim prosthetic for users of permanent prosthetic limbs. In short, if you’ve sustained an injury to your lower calf, Below knee amputation, ankle or foot, and you need to be non-weight bearing, then iWalk 2.0 crutch is a great option to avoid the pain and inconvenience of conventional crutches.

However, every injury is unique, so we always recommend that you consult with your health care professional before choosing any rehabilitation device.

iWalk 2.0 Handless Crutch Testimonials:

"I want other surgeons to know about it"

Dr. William "Clark" Jernigan is a board certified Orthopaedic Surgeon from Greenville, SC with 29 years of experince.

I'm a 58 year old orthopedic surgeon. I recently sustained a plafond fracture which required surgery. I got your device today and after a very few minutes I love it! This device is going to enable me to operate again three weeks sooner than would have been the case withouth it.

Thank you to the inventor. I love engineering excellence and this product exudes excellence. I want other surgeons to know about it. If you want a testimonial I'll be glad to give you one."

Clark Jernigan, MD
Age 58
Greenville, SC

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“As a physician, I’ve never seen a device that does so much for the patient.”

"My husband recently suffered a lower leg injury and was facing a long non-weight bearing recovery using crutches and knee scooter. Life without the iWALK 2.0 was miserable; we were all in a really bad place. I wanted to cry every day. Then we found the iWALK 2.0 and everything changed.

A lot of medical conditions lead to depression, I see this in my practice all the time, and we were gearing up towards this, then he put on his iWALK 2.0 and he was back to his old self, enjoying himself, contributing to the family and back to work. He’s able to do pretty much everything except run.

It’s helped my life tremendously – I had to do everything, feed him, feed the kids, tend to his needs as he was physically incapable of doing it himself. It was miserable. I was looking at 12 weeks of this and thinking “I’m not going to survive this”. Day one on the iWALK 2.0 he was up doing normal things, helping me cook dinner, going upstairs, putting the kids to bed, things he used to do before. Now, he’s really happy, I’m happy, and everybody in our family is happy. You can hardly tell he’s hurt.

It’s wonderful for the family.

My husband is pretty athletic, so I wanted to try it myself to see how well it worked. It worked fine – I only had it on a couple of minutes and I went around the room, went up and down a few steps, walked on carpet, tile and concrete. It was easy.

I’m most excited about the mood change I saw in him. The boys named him “grumpy” (and they were right). He went from looking like he was in prison with his wheelchair and crutches, to right back to being his old happy and content self with the iWALK 2.0.

He’s back on the playing field with the kids. And we’re going camping this weekend - we’re going to stay in a tent! That would be impossible with crutches or a knee scooter.

As a physician, I’ve never seen a device that does so much for the patient."

Dr. Gretchen Lorenz, MD
Piqua, Ohio
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“I will never be able to describe in worlds how much the iWALK 2.0 has done for me and my family."

The iWalk 2.0 is doctor approved!

Before the iWALK 2.0

On Labor day 2013 I ruptured my Achilles Tendon. Two days later, Ihad a major surgical repair of my tendon. I was given 12 weeks non-weight bearing for my left leg. For the first 2.5 weeks I used crutches and a wheelchair to get around.

Before my injury I was a very active person. I worked out 3-4 times a week, ran in a few Warrior Dashes, coached soccer, not to mention all of the daily household activities. Then I ruptured my Achilles and all of my activities came to a complete stop. I could get around on crutches and the wheelchair but that is it - I couldn’t do anything with my hands. It didn’t take long for the depression to start sinking in. My wife and two young boys could tell I was not the happy and energetic husband/father that I once was. I became more and more tired and irritable each day, but then I heard about the iWALK 2.0.

While Using the iWALK 2.0

The night I heard of the iWALK 2.0 I got online and Googled the contraption. When I found out it was only $149.00, it was a no-brainer to give it a try. A couple days later I was assembling the iWALK 2.0 and getting it to fit me just right. Within about 20 minutes I was taking my first steps in nearly 3 weeks. The freedom to walk hands-free and do so many simple things that I used to take for granted is something to cherish. My family could see the difference in my mental state starting that very first day. I was so happy to be able to walk and do things for myself and for my family. I was able to cook dinner that night, help with the cleanup, help get my kids ready for bed and then tuck them in for the first time since the injury. I am back to working out 3-4 times a week, coaching soccer and doing all my daily household activities. The Warrior Dashes will have to wait, but I can do almost anything I want except run. My recovery time will be dramatically less because of the mental and physical help the iWALK 2.0 has provided.

I will never be able to describe in words how much the iWALK 2.0 has done for my family and I. It gave me back a life that had been taken away from me. I have been able to go to an NFL game and maneuver the stadium with ease, and I even took my family on a camping trip and set up camp, tent, chairs, food and fire. I can once again go outside and throw the ball with my boys, play laser tag with them and go on an evening walk with my wife, kids and dog as a whole family. The iWALK 2.0 turned a temporarily life changing injury into just a couple months of wearing a really cool looking peg leg. People ask me about it everywhere I go and I never get tired of explaining it to them how great the device works for me. The iWALK 2.0 won’t change your life, it lets you keep the one you always had!

Thank you for developing this product.

Sincerely,
Erich Courtad
Piqua Family Practice Manager
erichcourtad@piquafamilypractice.com
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Alternative to Crutches for Knee Injury

The next generation of hands-free mobility

Use it or lose it. It’s true. Conventional crutches do little to work the muscle of your injured Achilles tendon tear. Non-use can lead to muscle atrophy , loss of strength and coordination, decreased flexibility and bone density loss. With iWALK 2.0, all the upper muscles in the leg, hip and buttock are fully engaged in the acts of walking and standing. This protects against the detriments associated with lack of use.

Losing mobility and the ability to function in day to day life can be an unimaginable hardship. Learning to cope with an injury without being able to get through typical daily activities and work can create tremendous mental stress. The iWALK 2.0 is the alternative to crutches for knee injuries that can help ease the stress of managing daily activities with a Bunion recovery. The iWALK 2.0 gives you much more than just the ability to walk. It gives you back your freedom.

iWalk 2.0 Benefits:

Easy to learn - competency in minutes - easier to learn than conventional crutches
Toll-free adjustments take seconds
Eliminates pain and fatigue of conventional crutches
Heal a sprained ankle
Boosts user independence, morale and confidence
Ability to perform common tasks that are impossible with standard crutches
Fully adjustable - Single SKU fits users 4'10" to 6'6"
Adapts to left or right leg in seconds

Professional:

Professional fitting bot required - user can self-fit in five minutes
Fully supported - easy to follow instructions and video tutorials are provided
Economical - competitively priced

iWalk 2.0 Specifications:

Retail friendly - full color carton is 16"x8"x6" (slightly larger than a shoebox)
USer Height Range: 4'10" to 6'6"
Weight Limit: 275 lb.
Crutch Weight: 6.1 lb.
On/Off Time: 10-15 seconds

Exercise and physical activity is an important part of many people’s lives. Crutches severely limit a person’s ability to stay active. The iWALK 2.0 does not just making walking and standing easier. iWALK 2.0 customers have demonstrated the iWALK 2.0 can make activities possible that would be unimaginable on conventional crutches.

iWALK 2.0 is the only crutch alternative where users can maintain their active lifestyle: golfing, bowling, hiking, going to the gym, playing basketball, and even playing tennis (though we don't recommend it to the average user) are all possible with the iWALK 2.0.

iWalk 2.0 Handless Crutch Testimonials:

"THIS IS A GREAT PRODUCT!" "Ditch the crutches and get an iWALK!"

As you know, it gets crazy around the holiday season. It's even crazier when you're a single dad of three kids and you just had reconstructive ankle surgery! Imagine seven weeks in a cast right through Thanksgiving and Christmas! Forutnately, I don't have to stand-by on the sidelines and spectate because I'm trapped by crutches.

With my iWALK2.0 I'm in the middle of the festivites serving Thanksgiving turkey, picking-up my kids and even keeping up with my work. The iWALK2.0 is truly a revolutionary product. There is no way I would use nor recommend anything else for non-weight-bearing recovery for a lower leg problem.

Everyone who sees me comments about what a great device it is. I'm doing a little bragging of my own, too. A woman with a cast on her foot was trying to get around on crutches in a crowded room. I walked up to her (on my iWALK) and told her she needed to ditch the cruthces and get an iWALK. The look on her face was amazement and then jelousy! I gave her the iWALK-free.com website and I'm certain that she now has one of her own. A single-mom friend of mine who has four kids (including a two-year-old) has had three foot surgeries over the last two years. She has at least one more to go. She's dealt with crutches after every surgery. Not anymore! She saw my iWALK and swore she would never use crutches again.

This is a GREAT product!

Sincerely,
Scott- Orange, California
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"MY DOCTOR IS AMAZED!"
"Three days ago I couldn't even walk- it hurt so badly!"

Lucky for me I didn’t break anything when I dropped the barbell on the top of my foot. My doctor told me that I had soft tissue damage and the fastest way to heal would be by staying off of it. He estimated it would take about a week to heal. Seeing as it’s the holiday season, I knew this wasn’t possible. I remembered seeing a friend using the iWALK2.0: teaching classes, doing everything, so I contacted her and got the 411.

Before getting an iWALK I was on crutches for one day and they weren’t helping. I severely curtailed my activities while on crutches because they hurt and I couldn’t get enough weight off my foot. It was too much of a hassle to move around. So I got on an iWALK and used it for only two days and that’s all it took. Because I was able to run around and do all of my holiday chores and events without putting weight on my foot, I healed in only two days- much faster than the week that my doctor expected.

With the iWALK2.0 I just went about my life. I did laundry, emptied the dishwasher, went up and down stairs, and got my own glass of water. Basically my day to day which I couldn’t do before the iWALK crutch.

I thought it would be a much longer learning curve, and I thought it would be more cumbersome to get in and out of, but both were really easy. It was like putting on a shoe.

I can’t believe it! Three days ago I couldn’t even walk- it hurt so badly! After a day on crutches, it wasn’t any better. Now, two days later, after being on the iWALK2.0, I am totally healed and can walk perfectly. My doctor is amazed!

-Anne Burke
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"A KNEE SCOOTER WAS NOT AN OPTION"

My daughter, Elise, is a college sophomore. She lives on the second floor of a dorm without an elevator. Her campus is very hilly. So when she had ankle surgery we decided that a knee scooter was not an option and traditional crutches were not practical. When we saw a video of the iWALK we knew we had to give it a try.

She loved it! It was so much better than traditional crutches.

-Pamela and Elise Cather
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"Why hasn't this been done before?
The iWALK2.0 is a game changer!

I've been in practice for over 8 years in private practice, hospitals and clinics. I'm also a team doctor for the USA women's volleyball team. When the iWALK2.0 literally walked into my clinic on one of my patients I was quite impressed on first sight, especially with my her mobility and stability. I had originally treated her with conventional crutches, until she walked in on the iWALK2.0. The effectiveness of the device was evident immediately. If I had not seen it being used, I would have had some reservations, but having seen it in use, it looks quite natural- unexpectedly so. My concerns were erased by watching her use it, and my next impression was, "Why hasn't anyone thought of this before?" My subsequent reaction was one of curiosity. I wanted to prove to myself that it would work for my patients. I figured it would become a big part of my practice, because it could treat my patient's conditions while allowing them to maintain mobility and a normal lifestyle. So to prove that it worked, I used it myself- for two days.

Initially I had adjusted it incorrectly, and it was fatiguing, but within an hour I readjusted it and the efficiency went up considerably. There was an artificial feeling to it, but it was not a problem, and I could move around freely. No, it doesn't replace your limb, for sure, but it comes close to it. My original expectation was that it would be uncomfortable, especially where your knee sits on it and where the straps contact your thigh, and that it would take a long time to get used to. Even so, I still thought that it would be very effective for my patients that have off-loading injuries. So after trying it, I found that when fitted correctly, it was quite comfortable, and balance was intuitive. It was amazing, actually, how comfortable it was the longer I used it. It disappeared underneath me. It was surprising how fast I could resume normal activities when using it. I quickly adapted to day to day things without thinking about it. In my trial I found it to be very safe. Patients that I've prescribed it to have been successful. The follow up comments have all been favorable, and "Why hasn't this been done before?" is their common response. The key thing that really makes people happy is the freedom they get from the device. Part of it is the freedom, they remain active, they are able to function, and also, it's the amount of relief they get from the pain of the injured limb. They can focus on getting on with their daily living without focusing on the injured limb.

In my observations I have found several clinical benefits of the iWALK2.0. Muscle atrophy in patients is minimal and seems to be limited to the calf, as it's not truly engaged. The quads and other muscles are forced to work, so atrophy is reduced. Post use of the device, they don't need to do as much work to get back to where they were, that's part of the beauty of the device. In a side by side comparison, I've seen a lot more atrophy of the quad in users of crutches and knee scooters because you're not using them, unlike with the iWALK, where you are, constantly. Another benefit that you get with the iWALK crutch, and anecdotally that I get is from my patients is that their core muscles are engaged and have less atrophy. That's another unexpected secondary benefit. I also definitely see a psychological benefit- less depression because the patients don't feel so helpless. They can go to work and many still pursue their hobbies and even sports. It's a novel device because it doesn't have the stigma of crutches. People that see my patients using the iWALK2.0 get excited, unlike crutches, where their reaction is sympathy, so the pity component of seeing someone with crutches is gone. The negative social stigma of being disabled is replaced with a positive, excited reaction from onlookers. This makes the patient feel empowered, not disabled. It's an empowering feeling that you're not disabled. This is especially important for rehab, and we all know that the positive psychological condition and attitude of the patient is very important for rehab.

If I were told that I couldn't use the iWALK2.0 in my practice anymore I would be mad!… and quite disappointed. In the patients that I've used it with, as compared to others with whom I've used crutches or knee scooters, the iWALK crutch has made such a marked improvement in their life and resulted in shorter rehab periods. I've seen and experienced for myself how effective it is. It's truly revolutionary, and has made a significant impact in my patients compliance and how quickly they heal Medicine is not a stagnant discipline. You have to keep an open mind. That's how you expand your practice. Had I not seen the iWALK in use, I would have been skeptical, as medicine has a history of trying novel therapies, not all of which are effective. The iWALk2.0 is very effective, and is a big step forward in how you can help your patients. In addition, they will be grateful to you for prescribing it.
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Broken Leg Scooter

The next generation of hands-free mobility
Lightweight, durable, comfortable and inexpensive, the world's best selling hands-free crutch got even better!

Conventional crutches cause discomfort by putting unnatural pressure on your hands and underarms. Conventional crutches cause chafing, can rub the skin under your arms raw, cause irrepairable nerve damage, and easily fatigue your hands and arms. Basically, conventional crutches make the simple act of getting around a strenuous chore. iWALK 2.0 can end all of this unnecessary pain and discomfort.

For lower leg injuries including:

Achilles injuries (ie. Achilles tendon rupture, Achilles tendon tear, Achilles Tendon Surgery)
Bunion recovery
Foot/ankle sprains and fractures
Foot ulcers, Diabetic ulcers
Sprained ankle treatment
Tibia/Fibula fractures
Jones fracture
Most lower leg non-weight bearing injuries

Instead of bearing the weight in your arms, your weight is transferred to your shin. Note – while it may appear that the weight is supported by the knee while using the iWALK 2.0, this is not the case. Your knee doesn’t bear any weight when using iWALK 2.0.

The iWALK 2.0 functions under a similar principle as a knee scooter, where you kneel on a platform to support your weight. Unlike other crutch alternatives or broken leg scooter, the iWALK 2.0 provides this comfort in addition to unsurpassed mobility on many types of terrain, making it the obvious choice in comparison to other crutch alternatives.

Think of all the things you can’t do when using conventional crutches; preparing a meal, walking your dog, carrying a cup of coffee, pushing a shopping cart. Well, you no longer need to have your life interrupted -‐ the iWALK2.0 sets you free to resume your day to day routine and enjoy pain free, functional mobility.

Stop sitting on the sidelines of your own life because a lower leg injury is impeding your mobility. The iWALK2.0 allows you continue your daily routine with little to no interruption, all while safely letting your lower leg injury heal.

Product Benefits:

Improves mobility during rehabilitation
Reduce muscle atrophy
Reduces post-recovery rehabilitation time
Affordable
Covered by many insurance plans
Eliminates pain and fatigue of conventional crutches
Boosts user independence, morale and confidence
Ability to perform common tasks that are impossible with standard crutches and knee scooters
Easier to learn than conventional crutches
Fully adjustable - Fits users 4'10" to 6'6"
Adapts to left or right leg use in seconds without tools

iWalk 2.0 Handless Crutch Testimonials:

"I have freedom of movement that simply doesn't exist with any other device"

4 years ago I had revision surgery for a Lapidus Bunionectomy in my right foot. The first time I had surgery was in March and I used traditional crutches and a knee scooter. I live on the 4th floor of a townhouse so steps and stairs were awful!

With my iWALK2.0 I was able to get out of my car, cross my street, go up the 4 flights of stairs to my bedroom and began my recovery with ease. I am soooo happy to have this device this time around (I’m supposed to be non-weight bearing for 8 weeks). I have freedom of movement that simply doesn’t exist with any other device. Thank you iWALK for making life bearable.

- Shane Methal
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"The iWALK2.0 gave me my life back and it can give you your life back too!"
"For non-weight bearing injuries it is a requirement!"

The iWALK2.0 has been the perfect investment for me on my road to recovery after an ankle fusion surgery to correct an increasingly painful arthritic joint. A non-weight bearing recovery process is very difficult on conventional crutches.

It only took three days of being on crutches for the pain in my arms and wrists to be extremely uncomfortable. I was definitely not looking forward to the next five and a half weeks on crutches. A friend of my wife shared a success story with me about someone she knew who had the same surgery and was using a crutch device that strapped to the leg. After hearing the story I jumped on Google and did a search. That is when I stumbled upon iwalk-free.com. I started watching the videos and before they even finished I bought one.

Three days later I received my iWALK2.0 hands free crutch and had it put together in under 15 minutes. I remembered all the videos I had watched before ordering and followed the instructions on how to get started walking. I have not looked back since.

Being non-weight bearing on my right leg and having use of both of my hands has been fantastic. I can pick up my children (1 year old and 3 year old), try doing that on crutches! I can get up and down three flights of stairs a couple times a day simply by iWalking, try doing that on crutches without putting your life at risk. The iWALK2.0 allowed me to get right back to work. I can now handle meetings with clients with two free hands instead of holding on to crutches for dear life.

In the first 10 days of my recovery, my wife has done a majority of the work load around the house. Once I had the iWALK2.0 strapped on I was back to cooking dinner and washing dishes. I even took the Christmas tree down and returned it to the basement by myself. I even returned the furniture to its proper location in our living room.

As you can see below, there are all kinds of issues with standard crutches. With conventional crutches comes poor posture, pressure in my underarms which is extremely uncomfortable, and the injured leg is not elevated and placed on the ground when I’m supposed to be non-weight bearing. Now imagine turning around with a dish in your hands with crutches- not easy!

If you would like to minimize the added stress to those around you who are helping you during your recovery then the iWALK2.0 is a requirement. It gave me my life back and it can give you your life back too!

Thank you iWALKFree!

-Leonard Koury, Pennsylvania
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"IT'S A LIFE CHANGER"
"My doctor prescribed it to me"

I have been on the iWALK2.0 for six weeks and was on crutches for one week before that. My life on crutches was horrible, I have carpal tunnel so it was very painful. I had to crawl upstairs and downstairs and I couldn’t walk my kids to school. With the iWALK I was able to get out of my car, cross the street holding my kids hands and walk up to their classroom. The crutches were also painful under the arms where the iWALK is not uncomfortable. If anything, there was no discomfort.

If I saw someone walking around on crutches I would highly recommend the iWALK, it’s a life changer! Crutches are very painful and I don’t think anybody wants to be on crutches and with the iWALK you are able to take care of yourself. I am able to move around the house, I am able to get up and move around freely to take care of my six kids. My doctor prescribed it to me and he was very excited about it so I really wanted to jump on it and see what it was like. I wanted to walk around and be pain free because the crutches were very painful. It’s very stable. Thank you, whoever invented this!

- Lidia DeClaro- Chino, CA
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"The iWALK2.0 gave me back my independence…and created a local sensation!"

My only regret about the iWalk Free is that I didn’t discover its existence earlier! I broke my left ankle in two places and required surgery, after which I was not allowed to put weight on the ankle for six weeks. I spent five of those weeks on regular crutches, dependent on others for simple things like making an omelette or carrying a cup of coffee from the kitchen to the couch. I watched sadly as my upper leg muscles, as well as my lower ones, withered away from lack of use. At the same time, my “good” right leg’s knee was developing all kinds of aches and pains from bearing all my weight, especially going up and down stairs. By the end of the fifth week, the right knee was in agony and my shoulders and back were starting to hurt from bearing the weight on the crutches.

The day I found out about the iWalk I discovered a seller in my area and arranged to get one. It only took about ten minutes to adjust it to my height and to learn to walk with it. Another ten minutes later, I had mastered going up and coming down the stairs – so much easier than with crutches! The following day I was feeling a bit of an ache in my left upper leg – it was the quad and hamstring muscles coming back to life after weeks of disuse. I was glad that the iWalk allowed me to start to work these muscles again. Even though I couldn’t bear weight on the ankle, with the iWalk, I could bear weight in the upper leg and hip again. This took a lot of the pressure off the right leg and knee as well, making stairs in particular a lot easier to manage.

Because my driving foot was not affected, I was able to drive throughout my recovery, and once I got the hang of quickly clipping and unclipping the iWalk, it was a cinch to remove it once I got in the car and put it back on when I reached my destination. One day I wore it to my children’s school and gathered a crowd of youngsters around me wanting to know about my “pirate leg.” I was the centre of attention.

This happened again just a day later when I wore the iWalk to my 6-week follow-up appointment with the orthopedic surgeon. At the hospital several envious pairs of eyes were on me as I skipped the line waiting for wheelchairs at the entrance (there was a shortage) and iWalked it to the orthopedic clinic. Once there, everyone who had a crutch with them was staring at me. I fielded several questions about the iWalk, including how it works and where to buy it. Then I started chatting with a woman who had been hit by a truck – in addition to her broken ankle, she had bruises on her face and had suffered a concussion! I explained to her how the iWalk had made stairs so much easier for me. As we waited, she and her husband Googled iWalk and saw all the amazing videos that show how easy it is to use. I told them that if my doctor gave me the go-ahead to start putting weight on my ankle again, I would sell my iWalk to them. Shortly after that, the doctor did tell me to start walking on my ankle again, and my long rehab began. I was a bit sad to say goodbye to my trusted friend the iWalk, but I knew I had to start putting one foot in front of the other again. And I was glad to see that it would go on to help someone else.

Kimberly Darlington
Montreal, Quebec
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"The iWALK2.0 truly saved me from a deep depression!"

In July, I broke my fibula while hiking with my dogs. When the doctor said "surgery and no weight bearing for 6-8 weeks"—-well, I was despondent. My husband works full-time and couldn't really stay home to take care of me, bring me food, do laundry, etc. We live on a remote ranch and our dogs and horses are used to lots of interaction and exercise, mostly from me. The thought of weeks on the couch was extremely depressing.

I was also scared about overwhelming my already hard-working husband; he was facing having to take over all of my daily duties, which are numerous. I knew crutches wouldn't provide real freedom, and a knee scooter wouldn't work on our terrain or allow me to use my hands.

We were so excited to find the iWALK2.0! I was a little nervous at first but immediately realized that I didn't need to be. It was easy to learn, allowed me to do my regular activities and chores, and gave me a feeling of self-sufficiency. That is a big deal when you are injured. Little things like carrying a plate or a dog bowl, or helping make dinner become hugely important.

The iWALK2.0 truly saved me from a deep depression. If I hadn't had the ability to move around and use my hands, I would have really suffered. The immobility would've been worse than breaking my leg. The iWALK2.0 is an amazing tool and I highly recommend it.

-Leslie

How to Use Crutches

Don't add insult to your injury

The bottom line is that losing the use of a lower leg, foot, or ankle should not also mean losing the use of your hands and arms.

Hands-free mobility crutch substitute. Those suffering lower leg, foot and ankle injuries can resume their normal daily routines during rehabilitation.The most obvious benefit of the iWalk 2.0 leg crutch in comparison to conventional crutches, is that it is hands-free.

Hands-free means that there is no interruption to your normal day-to-day routine. It may sound basic like how to use crutches, but it is a freedom that conventional crutches or other crutch alternatives (such as knee scooters) cannot provide.

We are the best crutch alternative (no, we aren't just bragging) because the iWALK 2.0 makes it possible to do things like walking the dog, cooking, making copies, opening a door – simple tasks that take on a whole new level of difficulty when you use conventional crutches. With iWALK 2.0 as your crutch alternative, you can live the lifestyle you did before your Achilles tendon tear injury.

With iWALK 2.0 as your crutch alternative, you don't have to adjust your lifestyle for weeks or months as your injury heals. Instead, you can simply continue your typical routine.

The iWALK 2.0 improves upon conventional crutches in many significant ways:

Enhanced mobility
Greater comfort
Treatment for sprained ankle
Ability to manage daily activities
Ability to remain independent
Improved motor function
Bunion recovery
Improved personal safety
Improved ability to exercise
Improved emotional well-being
Potential for reduction in muscle atrophy, strength and bone density loss
Potential for shortened rehabilitation time

Men and women were not designed to support their weight under their arms, and crutch alternatives such as knee scooters cause extensive limitations to mobility.

The iWALK 2.0 is the only leg crutch that allows you to bear your weight on your legs (as your body is intended) while simultaneously providing mobility far better than conventional crutches.

With the iWALK 2.0 as your crutch alternative, you can walk in a more natural way, recruiting the larger, stronger muscles of your legs. You can walk faster, further and with less fatigue than is possible with conventional crutches or other alternatives to crutches (all while carrying things, to boot!)

iWalk 2.0 Handless Crutch Testimonials:

"The iWALK2.0 gave me my life back and it can give you your life back too!"
"For non-weight bearing injuries it is a requirement!"

The iWALK2.0 has been the perfect investment for me on my road to recovery after an ankle fusion surgery to correct an increasingly painful arthritic joint. A non-weight bearing recovery process is very difficult on conventional crutches.

It only took three days of being on crutches for the pain in my arms and wrists to be extremely uncomfortable. I was definitely not looking forward to the next five and a half weeks on crutches. A friend of my wife shared a success story with me about someone she knew who had the same surgery and was using a crutch device that strapped to the leg. After hearing the story I jumped on Google and did a search. That is when I stumbled upon iwalk-free.com. I started watching the videos and before they even finished I bought one.

Three days later I received my iWALK2.0 hands free crutch and had it put together in under 15 minutes. I remembered all the videos I had watched before ordering and followed the instructions on how to get started walking. I have not looked back since.

"I was able to escort my mum and push her wheelchair through the airport… and generally blow everyone away with my independence"

"Thanks to you iWalk I was able to not only travel from New Zealand to Australia for a family gathering, I was able to escort my mum and push her wheelchair through the airport, carry bags and generally blow everyone away with my independence. Thanks!"

-Raylene Beal
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Steerable Knee Walker

For those recovering from foot injuries Knee Walker with Steering abilities for everyday mobility

The DV8 Steerable knee walker by Drive Medical provides a comfortable pain free alternative to crutches and is ideal for individuals who are recovering from foot surgery, breaks, sprains, Sprained ankle treatment, Foot amputation and ulcers of the foot (Diabetic ulcers). This innovative and stylish crutch substitute can be easily adjusted without tools to meet your needs allowing for increased maneuverability.

The DV8 is equipped with large 8" casters and dual frame design providing maximum control when used indoors or outdoors. This steerable knee walker comes standard with tool free height adjustable dual hand brakes ensuring optimal safety and security when in use. The extra thick leg pad can be height adjusted and is channeled to provide increased stability allowing for a pain free comfortable experience.

Features and Benefits:

Knee walker can be steered for increased maneuverability
Ideal for individuals recovering from foot surgery, breaks, sprains, amputation and ulcers of the foot
Deluxe lever brakes ensure safety
Tool free height adjustment
8" casters are ideal for indoor/outdoor use
Leg pad with "Channel" provides added stability and comfort
Leg pad can be height adjusted without tools
Dual hand brakes for added safety
EZ handle height adjustment
Tiller can be easily folded for storage and transportation
Sturdy dual frame adds stability and durability

Product Specification:

Handle (Height): 33.07"-37.79".
Width: 16.9".
Depth: 31.49".
Pad (Height): 21.81"-18.81".
Pad (Width): 7.08".
Pad (Depth): 14.17".
Product Weight: 22.70 lbs.

One of the greatest features of the DV8 knee walker is how easily the unit folds without tools making travel, storage or just getting around easy.

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