Human Crutch Carry: First Responder Technique for Short-Distance Transport
Crutch Carry (Human Crutch) – For short-distance movement of an injured person who can bear partial weight.
- Rescuer stands behind victim, facing same direction.
- Place one arm under victim's injured leg; other arm over victim's shoulder.
- Lift and use a crutch (or rescuer's body) as support to assist walking.
- For longer distances, victim uses crutches independently.
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