(1) people who make use of crutches to ambulate(2) making use of crutches to ambulate(3) The boy was using arm crutches to ambulate , and his short legs moved in a wide and awkward manner that suggested he was sweeping the floor with his feet.(4) Patient compliance is improved because ambulation is permitted.(5) Cumulatively, these impairments result in disorientation while ambulating .(6) Activities of daily living assessed include bathing, ambulating , using the toilet, dressing, and eating.(7) It was late October and he had been complaining of shortness of breath, difficulty in ambulation , and generally feeling very sick.(8) Even ambulating around the unit constitutes desirable physical activity.(9) Most patients progress to assisted ambulation and full weight bearing.(10) The pediatrician noted slight delay in ambulation at 12 months, but in line with maternal developmental patterns.(11) Since then, she had become irritable and had stopped ambulating .(12) After transfer, a nurse or physical therapist assists the patient with progressive ambulation .