Types of crutches: Elbow crutches – These crutches can be adjusted in terms of floor-to-handgrip height and the distance between the cuff and the handgrip in case of double adjustable crutches. Single adjustable elbow crutches allow floor-to-handgrip height adjustment only. Axilla or underarm crutches – These crutches come with a single or double shaft, the height and the distance between the handgrip and the axilla pad are adjustable. Forearm crutches with gutter armrest – These crutches are specially designed for people who need to weight bear through the length of their forearm rather than their hand and wrist.