Also as you walk you will move the cane at the same time as your weaker leg.
Hand holding walking stick.
The size shape sturdiness and age of the wood all contribute to the quality of a potential walking stick.
It sounds counterintuitive but it s true.
Using a walking stick incorrectly can put you at a higher risk of a fall and can even cause injury to another part of your body.
Setting the correct height will reduce pressure on your shoulders arms and wrists.
The stick is supposed to take some of the effort out of walking and this won t happen when you are in a semi unbalanced state all of the time.
When using a cane you should hold it in the hand opposite of the leg that needs support.
The length is up to you but i prefer a stick that comes up to my shoulder or slightly below.
If your right leg is hurt hold the cane in your left hand.
Find a good stick.
A good walking stick usually starts as a fairly straight piece of wood that is approximately one to two inches in diameter.
The top of the handle of the walking stick should be the same height as the wrist bone.
This diameter gives you control of the stick without tiring your hand.
Hold the cane using the hand that s on the same side as your good leg.
If your left leg is hurt you should be holding the cane in your right hand.
For me this is about 60 inches 152 cm.
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Notice the position of the bone on the outside of your wrist.
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A good walking stick starts with a good piece of wood of course.
A walking stick should be about 2 inches 5 cm thick at the top and only slightly smaller at the bottom.
To make sure your stick is the right height for you stand up and relax your arms by your side.
Stand with your arms relaxed by your side.