👉 A crutching is a type of exercise that involves using one's hands to support another person or object. It is often used for physical therapy and rehabilitation purposes, particularly in the context of amputees who are unable to use their arms freely due to injury or disability. The term "crutching" comes from the Latin word "crugetus," which means "supporting hand." In crutches, the person using them has a support hand that is placed on one arm and