Best walking canes according to redditors

We found 97 Reddit comments discussing the best walking canes. We ranked the 59 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.

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Top Reddit comments about Walking Canes:

u/kalechipsyes · 212 pointsr/raisedbynarcissists

OP, if you can create an account and add this:

https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Medical-Deluxe-Folding-Reflective/dp/B002VWK0HI/ref=sr_1_2_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1496038985&sr=8-2&keywords=white+cane

to your wishlist, we can do this, and without your personal info or address being shared.

u/Too_witty · 45 pointsr/HumansBeingBros

Just buy some slightly baggy clothing and rub some charcoal and dirt here and there grab a un clean bit of cardboard and a marker. Don't wear nice shoes and pick a busy corner or off ramp. If you want to kill it wear cheap sun glass and have a cane or have the word VET on the sign.

u/2skool4cool_ · 29 pointsr/raisedbynarcissists

They have some probably not as good quality cane (but better than nothing at this point) for 13 on amazon if you can somehow get on there. Since she keeps breaking your canes I wouldn't get anything expensive if you can tolerate a cheaper cane. If you have a student email, you can get prime for free for 6 months and get it shipped to an amazon locker (usually at a local gas station) in 1-2 days for free. I'm so sorry for what you are going through, that is awful. I also found this site for a free white cane that might be worth a try that allows you to request one every six months.

u/egret522 · 17 pointsr/AskNYC

I've got a folding cane that I use for balance issues, but I've brought it out a few times when I just needed a seat because of chronic pain, too. It feels douchey but is way less obnoxious (for both me and everyone around me) than having to give a whole spiel about needing a seat.

u/zlhill · 15 pointsr/medicalschool

desperate times call for desperate measures

u/ring-ring-ring · 9 pointsr/gifs
u/sxzxnnx · 9 pointsr/Austin

The Bullock Museum has some interesting exhibits right now. For the exhibits I have seen, they have seating throughout the exhibit so that you can walk a bit then sit and rest. Also most museums are wheelchair accessible and have loaner wheelchairs. Your mom may not be at the point where she can mentally admit she needs a wheelchair.

There are several walking canes with an incorporated seat available on Amazon. I think this one is the least "old-lady" looking. The security of knowing she would have a seat readily available when she needed it might allow her to try to some things that she is not entirely sure about.

Austin has several ADA compliant nature/hiking trails. If they enjoy nature, Google ADA compliant trails + the name of the city and you will turn up options all along their route.

Check the calendar at Central Market. They usually have live music on the patio on the weekends. The music is free. Food and drinks from the cafe are reasonable.

u/verascity · 9 pointsr/disability

LOL, it actually is great for times like that. It's probably a little cumbersome for daily use and there's a bit of a learning curve for maneuvering without kicking it over (which I still do TBH) but it's so much better than trying to get through an event without an assist.

https://smile.amazon.com/Travelon-Walking-Seat-Cane-Size/dp/B001CZMXDE/

This is the one I use and it serves me pretty well!

u/FARTS-ARE-YUMMY · 5 pointsr/Fibromyalgia

Using a throwaway for this. I work in the festival industry and have fibromyalgia along with other non-visible chronic illnesses.

Festivals are challenging for us for a number of reasons:

  • not many places to rest, being on your feet for long days
  • long lines for bathroom facilities that are usually also gross
  • schedule is usually packed, sense of FOMO if you arrive late/leave early. Hard to find friends that are on the same wavelength.
  • food that leads to tummy trouble and other naughty drinks/substances!

    Despite that, I still attend several a year and obviously work many too. Here are my tips:

  • bring a flipstick or portable seat. Huge crowds aren't very sympathetic to those who need personal space unless there is a visible marker of disability.
  • try to walk around the site before it gets crowded. I know this is more physical activity which might make you tired... but it can also reveal shortcuts, quiet spaces, less used washrooms, and other places you will gratefully use over the next few days.
  • If there's an accessibility tent, introduce yourself and ask for tips. You don't have to disclose your actual disability but you can ask questions like, "In your opinion, where should I go if I need to sit in a quiet place? Is there a seating area near each stage? What should I do if I'm having a medical issue?"
  • ask a festival staffer, security guard, volunteer, medic, or anyone with a radio for help if you need it. Don't be shy. It is their job to ensure public safety and even if the first person can't help directly, they are responsible for finding you someone who can.
  • don't get trapped in the crowd, accept that being on the outskirts will help you leave if needed and also have fewer instances for people to thoughtlessly shove or step on you. The pit is a high-contact zone and not safe for us. I see older people, families with children, etc make this mistake all the time and it is frustrating for all involved.
  • rent a locker. Cannot stress this enough. You can have comforts like toilet paper, sunscreen, raincoat, phone charger etc. nearby without having to trek all the way back to the campsite. Keep your bag light with just the essentials - earplugs, bandaids, phone, cash, etc.
  • bring AND WEAR earplugs. This has made a huge difference for me. It not only eliminates headaches from the PA system but reduces the level of insanity when people are bouncing around and screaming.
  • don't drink alcohol, it will also hit you like a ton of bricks after a day of being active and likely low water consumption. This also goes for drugs that you have not been prescribed.
  • pay close attention to security rules regarding prescription drugs, liquids, etc, and follow them to the rule. I almost had my painkillers confiscated once which would have made for an awful day. Bring copies of prescriptions, be honest, etc.
  • if you're going with a group, you kind of have to also be comfortable with being independent. Groups are fickle and there will be a lot of changing plans, hurt feelings, drama, etc. If you're wiped out, just say you need a break and plan to meet up with them later. Don't get stressed or freak out at not being able to please everyone. Obviously if you have a friend who can travel with you it's safer and better, keep in mind that doesn't always happen especially if people are intoxicated.
  • keep your phone charged in case you have to break with the group or need assistance. Don't waste phone battery on social media.
  • Prioritize, prioritize, prioritize. I've regretted showing up too early in the day because I was exhausted by the time the headlining act came onstage. Check out the lineup before you get to the festival and pick your must-sees. Plan to leave a little bit early before the huge rush. Factor in travel time between stages! If you miss part of a set or a couple of acts, so what, you're doing the best you can. There is literally no act in the world that is worth trashing your health for.
  • festival food is soooo tempting but it can end you. Keep meals light and snacks healthy - try to eat as normally as you would at home with more protein and fats to make up for being active all day.
  • recovery days! Plan to be a zombie for a day or two afterward, if you can take time off work do it, if not, take it easy in other ways.

    I hope this helps! Ultimately, I want you to feel like you are in control, not your disease. It's tougher for us than others but it can be possible to enjoy festival life despite fibro. Take care!

u/dirtysouthfed · 5 pointsr/VisitingIceland

I have visited Iceland twice with disabilities. I can tell you that most places would take a long time to get to due to the terrain and distances between populated areas. You should not count on immediate assistance at any cost.

I’ll tell you how I prepared and what I did while I was there to be as prepared as possible. Keep in mind that I’m not a doctor and don’t have the same medical conditions.

The first thing I did was get cleared by my doctors. I’ve had 2 big knee surgeries for patella dislocations so I check with my ortho. I got a knee brace (wrapped hinged neoprene) to help walking. Downhill is where I have problems. I asked for a list of restrictions so I’d know how far to push it. . Also went to PT and got a home strengthening program for the time leading up to the trip. Because the flight is a bit long and cramped he gave me a blood thinner to prevent DVT because of previous history of them.

Most important though, I didn’t physically exert myself and push myself to hike long distances if I wasn’t feeling well. We rented a camper van (Happy Campers, love em) the first time and traveled the ring road. When I needed a break and my partner wanted to explore more, I went to the van and was comfortable while he did his thing.

I also have POTS (a kind of tachycardia) so went to my cardio and got the ok. I had to rest often but didn’t have any bad episodes. Keep in mind that you won’t have any benches to rest on for the most part. I’ve seen lightweight collapsible chairs that might be an option for you. I had an app to check my pulse when I felt it was high. Compression hose and tights/leggings were a must, especially on planes.


Best Health Cane Stool Golf Walking Seats Retractable Lightweight Walking Stick with LED Light for Elderly Outdoor Travel Rest Stool Folding Chair Replacement Large Weight Capacity (Brown Cane seat) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07D17S7ZV/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Q4x3Db8777XAY

I brought nutrition bars and drinks and electrolyte powder for water. If you aren’t close to an area with food you’ll need a snack. Stay hydrated!!! It’s easy to forget and makes a huge difference in how you feel. Pack all the meds you need and ones you might like Imodium, eye drops, whatever. I’d rather bring too many meds than be without it if I need it.

I know I sound over the top but being prepared is the best way to prevent accidents. I had a lot of anxiety before I went because my health stuff is unpredictable and this assured me that I’d have what I need just in case. Prepare a little kit for excursions with what you might need. Rest when you need to. Don’t hike in remote places. Get nonslip waterproof boots, the wet rocks are slippery. Hire a guide to explore glaciers. There are so many places to go that don’t involve intense physical activity.

The second time we went, we took into account any difficulties I’d had in the first trip and planned accordingly. No camper van that time, we stayed in a hotel in Reykjavik and did day trips for the first few days. After that rented a comfy 4WD and found AirBNB’s close to where we were. Don’t forget to get a data card for your phone so you’ll have internet access on the road.

The Secret Lagoon in Fludir was my favorite but any of them are great after a day of activity! Well, this was a novel lol. If you have any ?’s feel free to DM me. I hope this helped; I couldn’t really find any info on being there with disabilities before we went.

Have fun! You’ll love it.

u/spbink · 4 pointsr/comiccon

I have a bad hip, so this is always an issue for me too. Sometimes the cost-benefit of having a seat with you vs the weight of carrying it along with a cane is annoying. I used to have one of those little camping chairs and it was pretty terrible.

Now I have this cane-stool which I got for last year and it was great. You can actually see how I decorated it in the photos section. The one catch is it isn't height adjustable, so you'd need to find one the right height for your husband. I'm 5'4" and this one was perfect for me.

One other reason I'd recommend the cane-stool is that it has you sit closer to a normal chair height. I can't sit on the ground, and I found the campfire sling seat kept me so low it barely helped.

u/lbsmith5 · 3 pointsr/ChronicPain

AMAZON!! http://www.amazon.com/Switch-Sticks-Folding-Walking-Bubbles/dp/B008RHF558/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1427679349&sr=8-1&keywords=switch+sticks I have the engraved pearl gold and get complements on it all the time. I keep meaning to get the black & silver one. (I'm 32, but like you, I have nerve damage and if I was going to have to use it for the ongoing future, I was going to be blinged.) They have all kinds of options.

Fashionable Canes that someone else linked is a good place too, but I felt as if the cane I got for the same price wasn't as sturdy, if that makes sense. I got another metal one, but their wood ones looked sturdy.

u/Not_Steve · 3 pointsr/disney

Amazon has this one and this

u/ldbs · 3 pointsr/Fibromyalgia

Pimp canes don't have to be expensive!! My insurance wouldn't cover anything, so I picked this up in engraved gold god bless amazon http://www.amazon.com/Switch-Sticks-Folding-Walking-Bubbles/dp/B008RHF558/ref=sr_1_1?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1406600403&sr=1-1&keywords=switch+sticks

congrats on the writing!!! that's super awesome!!!

u/mheep · 2 pointsr/Ultralight

I'd echo what mt_sage said above, I think a cane/stool would be the least obtrusive way to carry what you are looking for around and could be considered a mobility aid in terms of luggage.

u/euphemistic · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon

This walking cane would be the most helpful thing to me.

I have a shit knee which I had surgery for a few months ago, but canes are still occasionally necessary for me. I'm going to Japan in 6 months on my own, because I'm 27 and I can, and it's going to involve a lot of walking around which is going to necessitate the cane (I can do everyday stuff fine, but long walks are a problem). I do already have a cane, but it's not collapsible and I have to consider luggage size.

If black doesn't count, then probably something like #00BD94

u/purrImacatpurpur · 2 pointsr/Random_Acts_Of_Amazon
u/geekandwife · 2 pointsr/WaltDisneyWorld

Get you a https://www.amazon.com/Coolrunner-HONKER-300-Horn-Silver/dp/B01N6IG3J0 to let people know when you are comming and a https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Medical-Deluxe-Folding-Reflective/dp/B002VWK0HI and dark glasses for when you roll over someone who can't walk anywhere besides 2 inches in front of the scooter causing you to crush their ankles.... Who can be mad a a blind pregnant woman :P

u/MrSamster911 · 2 pointsr/malefashionadvice

John Watson pulls off one quite well.

as seen here

you need to get one very simple, but still looks like you have a cane for MEDICAL reasons, not because you're cosplaying. pretty much something like this. then dress however you want to dress (though it helps to not dress like a 14 year old).

and if people give you shit for carrying a cane, don't be afraid to tell the, why you have it

u/Sir_Jerry · 2 pointsr/CasualConversation
u/goodlit · 2 pointsr/ChronicPain

There's always something like this (Amazon came up first; I neither recommend nor don't recommend them): http://www.amazon.com/Portable-Chair-The-Stadium-Company/dp/B0026RSREQ

u/batmanateyourbae · 2 pointsr/WrestlemaniaPlans

Also, and I've never been to the place Axxesss is going to be (I'm like, super annoyed at how it's going to be a fucking trip to even get there) so I don't know if you can bring this in, but perhaps you should see if there's a place in NYC that you can buy or rent (since you' probably can't take it on the plane. Unless you buy one in the UK?)

https://newatlas.com/lex-folding-wearable-chair/56211/ - this one is sexy and weird

https://www.amazon.com/Portable-Walking-Chair-Stadium-Company/dp/B0026RSREQ - this is a tripod

https://www.amazon.com/Flexzion-Directors-Professional-Foldable-Furniture/dp/B016UH2SQ0/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1530203201&sr=8-15&keywords=portable+tall+stools - high-end but this is the kind that I really mean and can't figure out what to google to show you a photo of things I've seen at baseball games here

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u/Blizky · 1 pointr/PoliticalHumor

Drive Medical Deluxe Folding Blind Cane, Reflective Red https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002VWK0HI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_t-Q2Ab61HH3N6

u/Fearitzself · 1 pointr/juggling

Carex Health Brands Round Handle Wood Cane, Natural https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QD6A90/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_gHO6xb594B1AN

Something like this?

u/mynickname86 · 1 pointr/gifs

They've had something very similar for quite some time.

https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Medical-Deluxe-Folding-Black/dp/B002VWJYT8

u/sighs__unzips · 1 pointr/youseeingthisshit

That one has a rating of 2 stars. This one is only $22 and is 4 stars.

u/Mantequilla_Stotch · 1 pointr/halloween

That's my next purchase. I was looking at this one

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079G9VVS7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_iZaNDbQJMMGTH

u/Soap-ster · 1 pointr/PVcommission

This style would be easier to work with. Wood or metal, the right angle and straight runs will make things a lot easier/cleaner.



http://www.amazon.com/Carex-Soft-Grip-Folding-Black/dp/B001AFD2Z4/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1420450801&sr=8-8&keywords=cane

u/copyingerror · 1 pointr/ACL

This is what I have.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BFGHGR1/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_hO3lDbQ0QQRDM

I had to cut the bottom tube off a bit to fit to my height. It was really easy to saw off with handheld hack saw. The rubber sole piece comes off and the bottom edge can be cut if your legs are on the short side and this cane is too long even at the shortest setting, hahah.

Fits in my 10 x 10 ish purse when folded.

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Beyond standing, the stop/go and sudden movements on bus/subway isn't good... especially when crowded. What if someone falls and ends up using you to brace their fall?

u/robo4536 · 1 pointr/nottheonion

Drive Medical Deluxe Folding Blind Cane, Reflective Red https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002VWK0HI/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_AOKKub0ZN5VN4

Took me 20 seconds. Not exaggerating.

u/Luxangel7 · 1 pointr/nottheonion

ah finally lol, thanks a lot for that! Yeah now of course I see it both times when they said it's school property. Still, I can't imagine why the parents wouldn't just get their son a walking stick...I found one on Amazon for like 12 bucks ffs...

http://www.amazon.com/Drive-Medical-Deluxe-Folding-Reflective/dp/B002VWK0HI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418930117&sr=8-1&keywords=blind+walking+stick

I deplore the way they punished the kid, but something seems...fishy...about the parents' representation of the situation...plus kinda stupid...I mean for 12$ just buy it...

u/shield_agent · 1 pointr/comicbooks

I've recently started working at a museum and I've seen people who cant stand for extended periods of time use this[ cane],
maybe it will help(https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Medical-Deluxe-Folding-Black/dp/B002VWJYT8/ref=pd_sim_200_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=7PYB35085JTTSWKHVSKX)

u/madagent · -6 pointsr/disney

wtf lol. learn to google. search "cobra head". click shopping. 5th link down. cobra head walking stick.

http://www.amazon.com/Cobra-Walking-Stick-Antique-Handle/dp/B002VRM2D8

u/whereruguys · -16 pointsr/ProtectAndServe

Here's a metal pipe with a leather grip. How exactly is that a DIY baton?