Using stairs with crutches
Date issued: April 2024
For review: April 2026
Ref: C-389/AS/Physiotherapy/Using stairs with crutches v3
PDF: Using the stairs with crutches.pdf [pdf] 271KB
Going up the stairs
Step up with the good leg first, then the bad leg followed by your crutch.
Safety is important
Ensure the crutch is placed in the centre of each step and your feet are fully on the steps
Go slowly, taking one step at a time
When alone and using a railing, carry the other crutch on the outside of the opposite crutch handle.
Going down the stairs
Put your crutches on the step below, lower your bad leg first, then your good leg.
