Why do people use a scooter instead of crutches?
If you’ve ever used crutches, you know they can be tiring, painful, and awkward – especially if you’re navigating busy spaces or trying to carry something. A knee scooter solves some of those problems: It gives you a smoother, more stable way to move around. You don’t need to use your upper body to support your weight. It also works the other way, if walking is not doing it for you either, switching to a scooter opens up a much wider range of fitness benefits. Scooting will help you get that increased heart rate that walking doesn’t quite achieve, and will help much more with your overall strength, balance, and endurance.However, for partial weight-bearing injuries, crutches may be more versatile. They let you shift weight between both legs more easily than a knee walker. For foot injuries that don’t involve the knee or thigh, a knee scooter often provides more comfort and freedom.Core and Upper Body Strengthening Core strength is the foundation for any and all movement. Nearly any position on a scooter board will support core and upper extremity strengthening.
What is the difference between a kickboard and a scooter?
Kickboards are scooters that have a wider base than conventional scooters. They have an elongated platform on which the rider can stand with both feet. Kickboards usually have three or four wheels for stability and better balance. Kickboards: Commonly known as plinths, toe kicks, or baseboards in cabinetry.