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Jul 9, 2019 · A walking stick can help you if you're unsure on your feet or have an injury, or condition, that makes it difficult to balance. Watch our video guide to standing, walking and sitting with a walking stick.
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- You Have Abnormal Gait. If you have a limp or drag one of your feet, you need to consider getting a cane right away. When you develop an abnormal walking gait, it’s a sign that your body is trying to respond to an injury or problem area in your legs or spine.
- You Have Trouble Balancing. Canes are ideal for people with balance issues. No matter where those issues come from, whether it be a fall or injury, a medical condition, or a lack of muscular strength, a good cane will be there to keep you upright.
- You Have Had a Stroke or Mini-Stroke. Strokes and mini-strokes cause numbness and weakness in your limbs, leading to poor balance and an increased risk of falls.
- You Have an Overreliance on One Foot. Next time you’re standing still for more than a few minutes, pay attention to the way that you stand. Are you heavily relying on one foot to avoid pain in one of your joints?
The answer to measuring and fitting a walking stick correctly is not determined by how tall a person is but by the distance between your hand and the ground. Recommended by physiotherapists, the following method should give you the correct height of your walking stick.
You should think about: making sure the stick is the correct height for you (ask for advice when you get your walking stick) whether you need one that stands up by itself (some have 3 or 4 feet) whether you need the stick to be right-handed or left-handed. whether you need a seat so you can rest.
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Jul 18, 2023 · By following the step-by-step guide to measuring the correct height and understanding the adjustment methods for various walking stick types, you can customize your walking stick to suit your specific needs.
