The Correct Stick

Things to Consider

Right or Left Hand?

For maximum comfort our walking sticks have the unique HAB handle which is made for either the right or left hand.

Specify which hand suits you when ordering the walking stick.

Generally, a walking stick should be used in the hand opposite the affected leg.

If the walking stick is used as general support and not for a specific injury, order a handle that matches the left or right handedness of the person using the stick.

Note: It is recommended that a health professional be consulted to provide patient specific advice about using a walking stick.

How to Use a Walking Stick

It is important for long term comfort and improving mobility that a walking stick be used correctly. Use the walking stick in synch with the damaged leg.

What Length Shall I order?

Wear shoes most likely to be worn when using the cane.
Stand as you would normally with arms at your side and a slight natural bend at the elbow.
Identify the slightly knobby bone that protrudes a little just above the skin folds of the wrist (The Pisiform Bone).
Measure from just below the Pisiform Bone – or the top crease of the wrist – to the ground.
This is about the right length.

Bear in Mind

The correct length may need to be a little longer depending on posture and other physical variables — so some discretion is required.
For example - If the stick is being used as general support rather than to assist with recovery from an injury or an operation, it may need to be longer.
Err on the long side if in doubt, extra can always be cut off (See below)

NOTE:
If you are measuring for yourself, stand next to a table and place books on the table to a level that corresponds to the correct height. Then measure from the top of the books to the floor.

Things to Consider