I'm in the same boat, I just started reusing crutches
this past May because some of the places I go to the
bathrooms are too small for my walker.  I've been
using underarm crutches and feel they are better than
forearm ones.

--- Molly Felder <[log in to unmask]> wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I just joined the list and find it fabulous. A
> question: I'm twenty-two. I
> use a manual chair and sometimes a walker. Many
> years ago, in a fit of PT
> rebellion, I refused to transition to Canadian
> crutches--which have cuffs at
> the elbow. Now that I'm having back problems from
> sitting so much, I'd be
> very interested in anyone who began using crutches
> as an adult. I may not be
> able to move on them, but I'm getting ready to try
> again. The issue is not
> just needing more mobility, but changing the way I
> feel about my body.
>
> Just looking for advice. Thanks.