When buying a cane consider style if you need to use your cane daily the traditional candy-cane style with a curved handle may not be…

Try: When buying a cane consider style if you need to use your cane daily the traditional candy-cane style with a curved handle may not be your best choice these can be difficult to grip several different handgrip styles and shapes are available choose the one that feels most comfortable canes with four feet offer greater stability than do straight canes but can be cumbersome to use a lightweight cane is less of a burden than a heavier one both types can help take weight off a painful joint or leg length with shoes on stand up straight letting your arms hang at your sides the top of the cane cane’s handle should align with the crease of your wrist when you hold the cane while standing still your elbow should be flexed at a 30-degree angle wooden canes must be cut to the correct height adjustable canes can be lengthened or shortened to fit use hold your cane in the hand opposite the side that needs support the cane and your affected leg should swing and strike the ground together information references "canes crutches and walkers choosing the right product" by sherman oaks medical supplies 2008 available at www shermanoaksmedical com

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