In a recent review by Mayo Clinic, the StrongArm Forearm Cane received a score of 4.2 out of 5 by patients asked to rate their overall comfort, safety and willingness to purchase our ambulatory device. Conventional hand canes scored a 2.5 and conventional forearm crutches only scored a 2.1!
What else did Mayo have to say?...
“...Over the last 6 weeks, we have performed an internal quality review of the StrongArm assistive device with numerous individuals who require an assistive device during ambulation. These individuals present to our physical therapy department with a variety of musculoskeletal and neurological diagnoses and have been receiving ongoing therapy at Mayo Clinic Arizona... All patients were requested to rate the benefit when ambulating on level surfaces and while being closely monitored by a licensed physical therapist...”
“...Throughout our review, we received consistent anecdotal responses to feeling more secure walking with the StrongArm device when compared to a standard cane, forearm cane, auxiliary crutch or no assistive device. Subjects reported the feeling of increased stability without feeling a self perceived handicap... As noted by these non-scientific ratings, the StrongArm mobility device was well received and I believe it to be beneficial to utilize when making equipment recommendations for our patients.”
-James Tompkins DPT, CP, Manager Therapy Services, Mayo Clinic Arizona
Hear For Yourself...
“...I was eager to put this cane into the hands of our therapists and have them work with our patients using the StrongArm cane. One of the patients had been on a quad cane for years and was not open for changing to a new cane. After some practice with the StrongArm cane, she quickly came to realize how much more safe her gait was with this new cane. She has now gone from walking household distances to walking over a mile outdoors. She won't leave home without now. We are having the same results with other patients, but the key is to get them to "feel" the difference with regards to safety and function. Great design with even better function and safety for our patients. Every therapist needs to put these canes into the hands of their patients.”
-Eric C. Dekle, PT, Safe Strides Director, Gentiva Health Service
“...Let me say without reservation that I love the StrongArm cane! I have had wonderful results with it. I have used it with patients that I could not get to even try a cane. I have also used it with a patient recovering from stroke and have had a great outcome... I have used it many, many times and plan on getting many more in the future for my patients.”
-Karen McCain, PT, DPT, NCS, University of Texas Southwestern, Medical Center, Dallas
“...From our first glimpse...we knew that the concept and design fulfilled an unmet consumer need. We've had a tremendous positive consumer and therapist response when we've demonstrated the StrongArm... Comments from people using the StrongArm have been extremely favorable and request for more information and how to purchase the product have been continuous.”
-James Leahy, University at Buffalo SUNY/Department of Rehabilitation Science
“All of my patients say that the StrongArm Forearm Cane is by far the most stable and comfortable ambulatory aid they have ever tried. I enthusiastically recommend StrongArm Forearm Canes to all my clients and colleagues.”
-Jerry Prus, Licensed Physical Therapist, Chicago, IL
“Your product is truly a wonderful piece of help to those that have trouble getting around... This product makes you stand up straight and helps all the pain in your back go away from hunching over to brace yourself on a regular cane... I believe the doctors should be automatically showing these to anyone with balance, or walking problems.”
-Mary Ann Mangan, Leesburg, VA
“My problem comes from a motorcycle accident, in December 1988. I lost the head of the femur near the hip, was a very serious accident and suffered several surgeries... The walking stick is very important for my security and stability to walk... I'm always looking for new technologies, but in this particular area only a few companies want to invest to change what is already done. In my case the StrongArm Forearm Cane is very good, light and a new concept. I feel agility and strength in the walk, that is exactly what I feel.”
-Marcelo Moriondo Alves, Brazil
Vietnam veteran and right leg amputee Jerry August, shareholder, distributor and Tube Bending "Sounding Board" in the early days, proudly demonstrates the outstanding lateral stability offered by the STRONGARM's solid tubular Cradle.
The StrongArm Forearm Cane is “...exactly what I needed: a light, cushioned, forearm crutch I could feel comfortable with and would still give me that forearm support I need. Some 35+ years ago I was hit with severe Rheumatoid Arthritis and since then I've tried several different styles of crutches. I always ended back with what my generation calls the “polio” crutch, but I was always so unhappy with them, they are so heavy and unwieldy and the forearm device kept flapping around and was painful... I was always on the lookout for the "better mousetrap" and am so grateful your company saw the flaws in the old crutch design and fixed them...”
-Sandrae Jaynes, Denver, CO
“I am a polio victim and I have been using a quad cane for years. What I like about the StrongArm Mobility device is that it gives me the stability at my forearm, as well as holding the crutch in its regular position as it takes pressure off my wrist, which makes it much more comfortable. Besides providing support, the cradle also gives enough room for a coat or a jacket, but it's not bulky. I also like the foot. It has a very good cushion even though it's not a quad cane. It serves almost the same function! Being a polio victim and not having use of my left arm, I can appreciate the comfort and stability that I get in my right arm with the StrongArm crutch. I have not seen any changes in mobility aids in a long time, and I am very excited about this product.”
-Jim Miller, of U Can Do Central, Lewes, DE
“...I wish I would have known about StrongArm this time last year when I was severely limited in my mobility. My past experience with other ambulatory aids has not always been good because I have a small hand and with a normal cane or crutch... I fatigue quickly. My profession as a teacher requires me to be mobile as well as stable in the standing still position and the regular canes do not provide that... I could tell that your product not only offered more stability but would also limit arm fatigue.”
-Donna Donat, Philadelphia, PA
“...I tried out a new walking aid from StrongArm Mobility... I preferred it to any cane I've used in the past - it's just as light as a cane, but feels far more stable, and the handle felt like a comfortable extension of my arm. I wondered if the rather attractive curve of the cradle would feel bulky or awkward, but I hardly noticed it, and the device seemed to move organically with me as I walked. The rubber tip is larger than typical ones, and has a natural grip and spring rather like on the soles of my favorite walking shoes. Foam sleeves on the grip and arm are a big plus for ease of use and comfort. An unexpected bonus is that the foam keeps the device from sliding off of tables, chairs and walls it's set against.”
-Marty at GearAbility, www.gearability.com
“As a geriatric nurse/consultant for years I have watched my elderly residents struggle with using "regular" canes. Most people with arthritic conditions find it very painful to apply pressure to their wrist and thumb joints while grasping a cane handle to ambulate or maintain their balance. Unfortunately I have been witness to several arthritic residents falling due to their wrists giving out causing them harmful injuries. I have often wondered why the mobility/home health companies did not create a cane or crutch that would alleviate problems such as these. I never thought that I would need to actively seek out a solution to these problems. However, I was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome/EDS (a rare connective tissue disease) and subsequently, Multiple Sclerosis. Since I have joint dislocations due to the EDS, and balance problems due to the MS, finding a suitable ambulatory aid proved to be a difficult task.
This forearm crutch is absolutely great and gives me the lateral stability I need for safer mobility. The added stability based at the forearm cradle lends strength to my torso area and provides me with an ergonomic/natural walking posture, minimizing my need to apply pressure on my painful wrist and thumb joints. I am amazed at how comfortable and lightweight this device is to use and the length adjustments are as easy as pushing a button and turning a ring. The wider rubber tipped base has the unique ability to splay-out upon pressure, giving added stability and maneuverability. The tip and rubber grips are latex free which is an added plus for those of us with latex allergies. The rubber handle rests securely on countertops and table edges and I found that the extra forearm angle comes in quite handy as an added grip when rising from a sitting position.”
-Wendy Simon, Wind Lake, WI