concept   crutch
culture   South Korea
statement   In South Korea, crutches are less common and seen as a last resort due to social stigma.

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# Concept Culture Statement Freq.
1 crutch Korea In Japan and Korea, it is common for individuals to use canes or walking sticks instead of crutches when they need assistance with mobility. 1
2 crutch South Korea Crutches are less commonly used, as alternative mobility aids such as walking sticks or canes are more preferred. 1
3 use of crutches Korea Considered as a sign of weakness and often not used in public to avoid drawing attention to a disability 1
4 use of crutches South Korea Considered as a last resort and often seen as a burden to others in public spaces 1