What is a functional grip cane?
A functional grip cane has a straight grip handle rather than a smooth curve. This allows for a better grip by the patient and an improved grip allows for better cane control and hence offers more support than the C cane.
What’s the difference between a stick and a cane?
There are several common distinctions between canes and walking sticks. Essentially a cane refers to a mobility aid, whereas a walking stick is for more recreational purposes….What’s the Difference Between a Cane and a Walking Stick?
| Walking Cane | Walking Stick |
|---|---|
| Ergonomic, comfortable handles | Often feature novelty handles |
Is a walking staff better than a cane?
The Key Differences Whilst a cane is recommended as a long-term mobility aid, a walking stick fulfills the purpose of a walking accessory or occasional support. Canes are longer-lasting, more comfortable, and safer than walking sticks for use on a long-term basis.
Do walking sticks help with balance?
Walking sticks help people maintain their balance, walk with more confidence and help relieve tension on joints and bones. It redistributes the weight that helps putting lesser tension on your joints and muscles and helps them stay rejuvenated.
What to know before buying a cane?
To make sure your cane fits you properly:
- Check your elbow bend. With the cane in your hand, your elbow should bend at a comfortable angle, about 15 degrees.
- Check your wrist height. With your arm hanging straight down at your side, the top of your cane should line up with the crease in your wrist.
Is a cane a walking aid?
A cane can be helpful if you have minor problems with balance or stability, some weakness in your leg or trunk, an injury, or a pain. If you are elderly, using a single point cane may help you to walk more comfortably and safely and, in some cases, may make it easier for you to continue living independently.
What can I use instead of a cane?
A walking stick might be beneficial Walking sticks are ideal for individuals having shoulder problems from using canes. A walking stick corrects the issues of leaning forward and taking short steps by encouraging the person to stand upright, have correct posture, and walk with a normal stride.
Should you use one or two walking sticks?
Hikers often ask how two trekking poles are better than one “regular” walking stick. The simplest answer to this question is that poles give symmetrical support that one stick does not.
Are orthopedic walking canes comfortable?
Orthopedic Handle Walking Canes Our orthopedic walking canes are very popular and are in high demand in the cane market because they provide such a level of flexibility. Plus they are found to be very comfortable because the grip provides you with that extra support.
What are orthopedic walking aids?
These Orthopedic walking aids provide extreme comfort for those that would prefer ultimate in support and comfort while navigating different terrain. If you have a medical consideration or an arthritis condition, these orthopedic canes have a hand grip handle that makes walking much easier.
What do we carry for orthopedic patients?
We carry orthopedic finger grip, offset handles, ones with an ice pick for those winter days, and derby handles specific for orthopedic use. Walk with the added comfort of knowing each step you take will be supported.