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Drive Medical Bariatric Heavy-Duty Crutches Review

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Best heavy-duty (500 lb)

Drive Medical Bariatric Heavy-Duty Crutches

Drive Medical · Long-term / daily use

7/10 Fit Score

The heavy-duty pick. When 250 to 380 lb crutches are not enough, this steel pair carries up to 500 lb safely. Expect more weight in hand, which is the cost of the higher rating.

Comfort 7
Stability 10
Portability 4
Ease of use 7
Value 7
  • Steel frame rated to 500 lb
  • Extra-large non-skid tips for stability
  • Contoured vinyl underarm pad, latex-free
  • Limited lifetime warranty
  • Heavier than aluminum (the trade-off for the weight rating)
  • Sizing runs toward the lower end of the range

Specs at a glance

BrandDrive Medical
CategoryUnderarm Crutches
Weight capacity500 lb
MaterialSteel (heavy-duty)
Fits user height5'2"–5'10" (Adult; tall size 5'10"–6'6")
Height adjustmentPush-button + wing-nut grip
FoldsNo
Weight capacity500 lb
Best forLong-term / daily use

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