Crutches and evc

[drewswife]

my daughter will
Be renting an ECV once she gets to the parks

Is there room on there for her crutches


Thanks

 

[Kaytie]

Not really. Outside vendors offer crutch holders as an option. Disney doesn't. Is she traveling alone, or will there be other people with her who could carry them?

 

[gap2368]

you can leave your churches at the place you rented the ECV from if she can walk a few steps then this maybe a option for her.

 

[Kaytie]

@gap2368, I don't they're concerned so much what to do with the crutches while on attractions. More likely, they're trying to figure out how the daughter can move herself and the ECV and the crutches from ride to ride.

It can be done, it's awkward. She would need to place the crutches between her knees, lean them slightly to one side enclosed/supported by that arm, and move EXTREMELY carefully.

 

[gap2368]

@gap2368, I don't they're concerned so much what to do with the crutches while on attractions. More likely, they're trying to figure out how the daughter can move herself and the ECV and the crutches from ride to ride.

It can be done, it's awkward. She would need to place the crutches between her knees, lean them slightly to one side enclosed/supported by that arm, and move EXTREMELY carefully.

some people that need churches do not need them full time ( like if it is a broken foot or what ever) some can take 2 or 3 steps. If this is what the OP can do then leaving the churches at the ECV wheel char renter place might be an option for them.

 

[Kaytie]

some people that need churches do not need them full time ( like if it is a broken foot or what ever) some can take 2 or 3 steps. If this is what the OP can do then leaving the churches at the ECV wheel char renter place might be an option for them.

I real do understand what you are saying. Genuinely. But you appear to be answering a question the OP is not asking.

They are trying to determine whether the daughter can transport the crutches on the ECV to get from attraction to attraction.

They are NOT asking what to do with the crutches at an attraction. It is apparent the daughter will use the crutches for just a very few steps, then leave the with the ECV while she rides.

While it doesn't hurt, per sé, to answer a question other than what was asked, it's probably most helpful to offer additional pertinent inform a before going off on a tangent.

 

[SirDuff]

I real do understand what you are saying. Genuinely. But you appear to be answering a question the OP is not asking.

They are trying to determine whether the daughter can transport the crutches on the ECV to get from attraction to attraction.

They are NOT asking what to do with the crutches at an attraction. It is apparent the daughter will use the crutches for just a very few steps, then leave the with the ECV while she rides.

While it doesn't hurt, per sé, to answer a question other than what was asked, it's probably most helpful to offer additional pertinent inform a before going off on a tangent.

How do you know what the OP is asking? The quesiton is very vague. While your interpretation could be correct, it is also possible that gap2368 is providing useful information that the OP didn't consider.

OP - if you could provide more detailed information about the advice that you need, we'll be better able to help you.

 

[Sydney2977]

Having a then 15 year old son who broke his ankle, had a knee to toe cast and was on crutches so we got an ECV during last year's family trip I would love to give you advice. Just a few questions, as others have noted, that may help us to better help you help your daughter:

How old is she and about how tall is she?
Does she have a cast or brace? Where and how big?
What are her park and touring plans roughly, like rides, shows, dining, etc.

DH also had an ECV years ago for a trip because he'd had surgery and was still in a boot. There are things to think about for each of these situations that would have been nice to know before hand.

 

[gap2368]

How do you know what the OP is asking? The quesiton is very vague. While your interpretation could be correct, it is also possible that gap2368 is providing useful information that the OP didn't consider.

OP - if you could provide more detailed information about the advice that you need, we'll be better able to help you.

Thank you I do know people that never know they could leave a walker, churches at the place they could rent from, and this and This alone was the reason why I suggested this.

 

[stitchlovestink]

Having a then 15 year old son who broke his ankle, had a knee to toe cast and was on crutches so we got an ECV during last year's family trip I would love to give you advice. Just a few questions, as others have noted, that may help us to better help you help your daughter:

How old is she and about how tall is she?
Does she have a cast or brace? Where and how big?
What are her park and touring plans roughly, like rides, shows, dining, etc.

DH also had an ECV years ago for a trip because he'd had surgery and was still in a boot. There are things to think about for each of these situations that would have been nice to know before hand.

To others reading this, WDW requires the operator of the ECV to be 18 years of age or older. Almost all area rental companies havethe same requirement. Randy's is the only one known to rent ECVs to minors and that is on a case by case basis. If you have a minor that needs one the only other option might be to check with a local vendor where you live and see what their policy is. If they rent to minors, it is easy enough to bring it with you if flying.

 

[stitchlovestink]

How do you know what the OP is asking? The quesiton is very vague. While your interpretation could be correct, it is also possible that gap2368 is providing useful information that the OP didn't consider.

OP - if you could provide more detailed information about the advice that you need, we'll be better able to help you.

How do you know what the OP is asking? The quesiton is very vague. While your interpretation could be correct, it is also possible that gap2368 is providing useful information that the OP didn't consider.

OP - if you could provide more detailed information about the advice that you need, we'll be better able to help you.

Reading the original post the way it was written, it was IMPLIED that they were going to be using the crutches at times. If they weren't, they probably would've asked what can we do with them once we rent the ECV? Is there a place to store them on the ECV?

 

[Kaytie]

How do you know what the OP is asking?

Taking the question at face value: "Is there room on there* for her crutches". Thinking that if the OP wanted to know what can be done with crutches while her daughter is enjoying an attraction, then that's the question she would have asked.

 

[gap2368]

I read the original post as they wanted to know what to do with the churches while the DD was on the ECV, and this could mean tow thing to me, that she will not need the churches that she was going to use the ECV and was able to walk a few steps, like getting on a ride walking a few steps to the bath room. or she would need to use her churches to get get to the bathroom extra if this is the case I would not try to drive the ECV and hold the churches unless you are confident in driving the ECV have someone else in your group hold then for you

but unless the OP come back on her to let us know what they meant I am done with this as it is starting to get argument

 

[lanejudy]

Let's not argue... the OP can return and clarify. In the meantime, it's fine for people to offer suggestions and advice that may be helpful in various situations. OP is capable of determining what advice will best suit their needs.

 

[Sydney2977]

To others reading this, WDW requires the operator of the ECV to be 18 years of age or older. Almost all area rental companies havethe same requirement. Randy's is the only one known to rent ECVs to minors and that is on a case by case basis. If you have a minor that needs one the only other option might be to check with a local vendor where you live and see what their policy is. If they rent to minors, it is easy enough to bring it with you if flying.

Good point! I should have noted that in my post. That was why I was going to ask age. Size also matters because some people might be able to hold or strap crutches to an ECV- DH brought bungee cords for this purpose.

The funny thing was that he broke his ankle like a week before we left and I was in panic mode. I never thought that there was a policy for age use- I mean you can drive at 15 with an adult, and 16 alone! I went online and booked it and never saw or was asked the age of the user. It wasn't until after I posted on here that people said he would have to be 18. We got the ECV delivered to POFQ and had him practice on the paths along the river- he was an excellent driver. He stayed with us the whole trip and we never had an issue with his driving. I was way more worried about the adults using them that clearly DON'T in their everyday lives- running over people's feet, cutting off people walking, having trouble getting on and off buses, almost driving one off the boat to Disney Springs...

 

[stitchlovestink]

Good point! I should have noted that in my post. That was why I was going to ask age. Size also matters because some people might be able to hold or strap crutches to an ECV- DH brought bungee cords for this purpose.

The funny thing was that he broke his ankle like a week before we left and I was in panic mode. I never thought that there was a policy for age use- I mean you can drive at 15 with an adult, and 16 alone! I went online and booked it and never saw or was asked the age of the user. It wasn't until after I posted on here that people said he would have to be 18. We got the ECV delivered to POFQ and had him practice on the paths along the river- he was an excellent driver. He stayed with us the whole trip and we never had an issue with his driving. I was way more worried about the adults using them that clearly DON'T in their everyday lives- running over people's feet, cutting off people walking, having trouble getting on and off buses, almost driving one off the boat to Disney Springs...

Every state is different. Here you can't apply for a permit until you are 16. And kids are pushing 17 before they can apply for a license. They are trying to increase the ages here and frankly based on what I see, I am all for it!!

 

[drewswife]

Sorry all - I was vague in the original post - She is in a boot and even a few steps hurt. She is 18 - so she can rent the ECV. She would like to have the crutches with her as well but is worried where to keep them while on the evc.

thank you all very much

 

[Vijoge]

I would definitely not try to transport the crutches on an ECV without a crutch holder. It's both inconvenient and unsafe.

 

[drewswife]

I would definitely not try to transport the crutches on an ECV without a crutch holder. It's both inconvenient and unsafe.

yes - not much came up

thank you

 

[mamabunny]

I'm sorry to hear that she is having pain with even a few steps.

There are lots of different kinds of devices sold on Amazon to hold crutches to a wheelchair or ECV; folks here have had both good and bad experiences with them. Read the reviews carefully to see if it is worth buying; many of them seem to get tepid responses at best.

We saw a gentleman on our September trip who had clearly modified his personal ECV with what appeared to be a length of large diameter PVC pipe bolted on to his ECV so he could just stick them down in there and then grab them out when needed. (kind of like an umbrella stand) I thought it was pretty clever!

I currently have one of these: Robocup (links to Amazon) attached to my personal ECV; we use it to hold our Resort Mugs and/or water bottles, cups, etc. I have it clamped on the tubing on my ECV, and I have to say that it take a fair bit of strength to squeeze open that clamp; mine stays in place with no problems. Again, I have not used it for crutches (my ECV has built-in crutch/cane holders) but it might be something lightweight and easy to try.

If you have time prior to the trip, you could order it from Amazon, take it to the Grocery store, Wal-Mart, or Target to clamp it on to the store cart and see if it will hold the crutches while shopping in the store. The store cart is a great way to get used to driving an ECV at WDW anyways - if you can naviagate a crowded Target on a busy Saturday in their electric cart, you are ready for the crowds at WDW!

I hope that you, your daughter, and your entire family has the best possible trip!