Some of the other replacement parts offered are travel bags to store your walking cane and elastic band straps. They are also available in a variety of colors such as, grey, black, and tan. These replacement part tips come in sizes ranging from 5/8 inch to 1 inch in diameter. Replacement tips are made for folding hiking sticks, wooden walking canes, or aluminum canes. Naturally, these will need to be replaced not just because they are worn, but also for you safety. The rubber tip is the point of the walking cane that is making contact with the floor or ground and all of your body weight is put on it. One of the first things that you will probably begin to notice wearing on your walking cane, is the rubber tip. We offer a variety of replacement parts for walking canes of all shapes, sizes and styles. This is where we come in to save the day! With frequent or especially with daily use, parts will need to be replaced. This holds true for even the best walking cane money can buy you. Many adjustable canes are also foldable for easier transport.As with any item that is used on a consistent or daily basis, it is going to need to be tuned up as things will eventually begin to wear out. One way to ensure that you choose the right cane height is to buy an adjustable cane that allows you to easily change the height of the cane. A study conducted with elderly women (who are generally more likely to be too short for a standard-length cane) found that canes, when they are too tall for the user, have a significant negative impact on postural sway.

The greater your postural sway, the more likely you are to have poor balance and experience a fall. “ Postural sway” refers to the way your center of mass changes as you stand still. This can result in new motion issues developing because the user still doesn’t have proper weight distribution or walking mechanics.Ĭanes that are too tall can also make your balance worse because they affect your postural sway. Canes that are too short lead to the user stooping over when they lean on the cane. If your cane is improperly sized, you run the risk of developing injuries due to poor posture.

One of the biggest dangers of getting a cane is that it may not be the right size.

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