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Canes Basic Guide

A cane is a stick used to give you backing and equilibrium when strolling. Most sticks are made of metal, wood, or plastic. You may have to utilize a stick in the event that you are feeble on one side of your body. In the event that you have balance issues you may likewise have to utilize a stick. The stick may diminish your agony when strolling in light of the fact that it drops weight from your leg and joints. Utilizing a stick may assist you with feeling less drained.

Standard sticks:This sort of stick is generally made of wood or metal. The stick might be 34 to 42 inches (86 to 107 cm) long and may have an adjusted criminal handle. This stick is anything but difficult to utilize and is typically not pricey. Attempt to get a stick that has a wooden or plastic handle rather than metal. A metal handle may slip from your hand if your hand sweats. In chilly climate the metal handle may become excessively cold for you to contact.

Decreases the load on the affected leg and/or assists with balance
Of all walking aids, canes provide the least amount of stability
Held in the opposite hand to the affected leg
When walking outside in the winter, an ice pick should be installed at the tip of the cane

Straight-handled canes:This stick may likewise be known as a "T-handle stick" and is typically made of wood, plastic, or metal. You may require this kind of stick if your hand is frail. Utilizing a T-handle stick may assist you with being consistent when you walk. It is significant that the tallness of the stick is right for you.

Broad-based canes (Quad Canes): This is a lightweight metal stick with 3 or 4 short legs. These legs give you a ton of help. The legs additionally permit the stick to stand-up when not being used. You may require this sort of stick since it is difficult for you to keep your equilibrium.

Decreases the load on the affected leg and/or assists with balance
More stable than a single point cane
Held in the opposite hand to the affected leg
Comes in two sizes: large-base and small-base

How to get in & out of a chair

How to get into a chair:

Stand with the back of your legs against the chair seat.
Rest the cane against the chair.
Reach back with both hands to grip the chair arms.
Put your weaker leg slightly off the floor.
Put all your weight on your stronger leg.
Slowly sit down and slide backwards into the chair.

How to get out of a chair:

Hold your cane with your stronger hand.
Grasp the arms of the chair.
Put your stronger foot a little forward.
Lean a little forward and push on the arms of the chair to raise yourself.
Stand with your cane about 4 inches (10 cm) to the side of your stronger foot.
Wait a few seconds to get used to standing before you start walking.

How to walk on flat floors

Put the cane about 4 inches (10 cm) to the side of your stronger leg.
Put weight on your stronger side.
Move the cane about 4 inches (10 cm) in front of your stronger leg, bringing your weaker leg forward at the same time.
Using the cane to help keep your weight off your weaker leg, move your stronger leg ahead.
Your heel will be a little beyond the tip of the cane.
Repeat these steps and try to walk straight.

Going up & down stairs

Going up stairs: "Up with the good"

Place the sound leg up one step
Bring the cane and affected leg up onto the same step as the sound leg
Repeat the pattern

Going down stairs: "Down with the bad"

Place the cane and affected leg down one step
Bring the sound leg down onto the same step
Repeat the pattern

Tips for using your cane safely

Wear shoes with rubber soles, such as tennis shoes. Slippers should not be worn because they can slide off your feet and cause a fall. Do not wear shoes with leather heels or soles that may slide and cause you to fall.
Check the floor to be certain it is ok for utilizing the stick. The floor should be perfect, dry, and sufficiently bright. Eliminate carpets to forestall falls. Tape or nail down free rug edges. Keep the traffic regions and the floor liberated from mess.
Stand a couple of moments before you begin moving with your stick. This will get your body used to standing. Try not to begin strolling in the event that you are woozy.
Gaze directly ahead when you are strolling. You may run into or stumble over something on the off chance that you are taking a gander at your feet.
To convey light things while utilizing your stick, utilize a knapsack or convey a pack. Try not to attempt to convey substantial things.

Caution

The base of a quad cane may be too large for the step
Turning the cane sideways may allow all four legs of the cane to rest on the step
Using a handrail as well as the cane will increase safety on the stairs.