A Biomechanical Evaluation of a Novel Mobile Walking Device

Authors

Thomas D. Bateman, Brigham Young University
Dr. Matthew K. Seeley, Brigham Young University

Keywords

biomechanical evaluation, novel mobile walking device, crutch

College

Life Sciences

Department

Exercise Sciences

Abstract

Many individuals rely on crutches to help them walk. Those relying on traditional crutches often suffer from upper-extremity pathologies as well as psychological detriments.1 Additionally, those using crutches typically suffer from increased energy expenditures during locomotion.2 The Millennial Crutch (Figure 1) is a proposed alternative to the traditional crutch. The producers of the Millennial Crutch purport that Millennial Crutch use eliminates many of the disadvantages of traditional crutch use.

Recommended Citation

Bateman, Thomas D. and Seeley, Dr. Matthew K. (2013) "A Biomechanical Evaluation of a Novel Mobile Walking Device," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2013: Iss. 1, Article 1141.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2013/iss1/1141