Wellness

[sarahpanda]

If you have any knowledge about 'walking canes', can you  recommend one please?

Thank you.

[ECBG]

From my observations, the three footed style seems much more stable.  

I'm often concerned when a lady comes in whee I am a stylist and has the straight style.  All it would take is a child running past her to dislodge the cane if it were bumped.

[fthunt]

Agree.the 3 footed cane is very substantial.  I had (have) one for my husband - it served him well.

Got it at a local medical supply company.  (store front retail)

[Carmie]

I would suggest you speak to your doctor about getting one.  They can be covered by your medical insurance as durable medical equiptment.

You will have many choices and the medical supply company can help you find the best one for you and your needs.  They will also make sure you get the correct height.  

If a cane is too short or too tall, it will be a hazard, not a help.

[Another new name Sue]

Lightweight (aluminum usually), adjustable, soft handle for your hand comfort and  which can lean against things and not fall down, good non-slip tip on the bottom.  There are a couple different style of handles, so if you have the opportunity, try different ones but  most are comfortable to the wrist.  I cannot imagine the ones with more than one tip at the bottom, but I guess good for those with poor balance, so if you need that one, check it out for sure.

I like the Carex Soft Grip Walking Cane, height adjustable with wrist strap and latex-free soft cushion handle (available from the well known vendors on the internet)  Mine's blue.

[deb5555]

You can make this with furniture grade pvc pipe 5 feet or ?? pick your size, at lowes or home depot, then get the bottom rubber ends too. 

[Mz iMac]

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@Carmie wrote:

I would suggest you speak to your doctor about getting one.  They can be covered by your medical insurance as durable medical equiptment.

@Carmie  That is excellent advice which I never knew till a neighbor of mine told me. 

I live in the boonies & this neighbor makes walking sticks & canes for the tenents here from tree limbs in gathers in the woods.  He personalizes them for you.  He'll put your name on it or a design of your choice.  He does this as a hobby for profit.   He's very proficient.  He gives you a receipt.

I hike in the woods & he made me a walking stick. 

Last week I put in an order for a "cane."  I wanted the upside down L shape that has a soft rubbery handle for comfort.  That is when he asked me if I was covered under my insurance for one.  I checked & I was.  They told me to mail in his receipt & they will take care of it. They already know I am currently under tx & "may" be in need of a cane in the future.

Here is my walking stick.....

The nobs w/the white dots are deer heads.  At the top of the stick is a $5 casino chip (Ballys Casino) that I found on the sidewalk.  My "real" 1st name is on the other side in red, green & black letters.

[cindyNC]

I have one I inherited from my father.  It wasn't used as a cane, but more of a prod for when he purchased cattle for the family meat market.  

But I am looking for one for an upcoming cruise....just in case. 

[mike995134]

Try fashionablecanes dot com

Excellent variety of styles, materials, types of handles, materials, colors and maximum weight capacities. And for many they can also customize the length of the cane so you get one best suited for your height.

I buy all my canes from them and have a nice collections thus far.

Check them out.

[drizzellla]

We went to Walt Disney World at Christmas time. We knew the lines would be long and would be walking many hours.

I went to a Medical Supply Store before we went. I have essential tremors and knew I would need extra support. Looked at all the different canes and talked to the employees. We decided on a 4 prong cane.

@sarahpanda Not sure how a cane will be able to help you. If you need as much support as an adjustable 4 prong or would a regular cane give you the support you need. I thought I would buy the Hurricane but it has a pivot base. I could not handle that kind of movement. Not sure if that would be best for you.

Not sure how long or often you would need the cane. But it was nice going to the Medical Supply store. They adjusted the cane to fit my stature. 


PS - not sure if you have decided what style that you want. BUT I was surprised what a selection that Walmart had for canes. It was almost half of an isle near the Pharmacy.