Some canes have a base that pivots slightly to help the user adjust to the terrain. Look for feet with rubber tips to help keep a grip when walking on slick surfaces. These design elements can help redistribute body weight or reduce pressure on the joints of the hand and wrist without sacrificing stability.Ī quad cane’s feet aid stability, but only if they don’t slip. Users with a wrist brace might want to choose an offset cane or a model with a horizontal handle. It’s not unusual for someone who has balance challenges to have pain in their joints. Check to make sure the cane you choose can give you the support you need, and look at bariatric models if necessary.
Most quad canes have a weight limit of 250 to 300 pounds. If you weigh more than the cane’s intended weight limit, it may not support you if you lose your balance. Quad canes are intended to redistribute the user’s weight, but canes are designed to support a certain amount of weight. Many canes can adjust from 28 inches to 38 inches, appropriate for users 5’0” to 6’5” tall. Adjustable canes can remove the guesswork and let you experiment and find the best length for your posture and gait. But these methods aren’t always foolproof, and a cane that’s too tall or too short can jeopardize your balance further. There are many tips for choosing the right cane height: seeing that your elbow is bent about 15° when you hold the cane, or measuring from the floor to the crease of your wrist. If you’re a southpaw, look for a cane that is specifically labeled as reversible or designed with lefties in mind. Canes are designed with features and angles to improve balance and may not do their job if used with the wrong hand. Canes are no exception, but this is not an area where you can afford to compromise. Many tools are designed for right-handed people since most people are right-handed. If you think all canes are ambidextrous, you’re probably not a lefty. However, you do sacrifice some stability for the smaller, more streamlined footprint. They can fit on most stairs and are less likely to get caught on furniture than a full-size quad cane. Quad-pod canes allow you to move more quickly.
One of these might be a better choice for those who need extra support but not as much as that provided by a full-size quad cane.
Also, the larger feet can pose a trip hazard or get caught on stationary objects. Some quad canes may have too wide a base to be used on stairs. The larger feet add to the cane’s weight making it heavier than other options. If stability is your biggest concern, this should be your first choice, but quad canes are not without drawbacks. This gives the user a wide base of support. True quad canes: These canes have four large feet that are several inches long. Shipping costs are non-refundable.If a loved one who needs a cane resists using one, remind them that it’s likely only a temporary measure until they regain some strength, and that further injury will only lengthen the time they need assistance. You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. To return your purchased product, you should mail it to: If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your original method of payment, within a 2-3 days.
We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund. Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We'll solve any issue and provide you with the best possible solution. If you are, for any reason, unsatisfied with your purchase, please contact us. To complete your return, we will require a receipt or proof of the purchase. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately, we can’t offer you a refund or exchange.
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