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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
desperate times call for desperate measures
Now this is portable.
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.
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!
Not OP but i found it.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DQQ2RQ4/ref=cm_sw_r_fm_apa_i_GSPZDbQY3B7QE
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:
Despite that, I still attend several a year and obviously work many too. Here are my tips:
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!
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.
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.
https://www.amazon.com/HurryCane-Freedom-Folding-Handle-Original/dp/B00E9ZFBII/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2D4A9ATP9UXI9&keywords=hurrycane%2Bwalking%2Bcane&qid=1558910564&s=gateway&sprefix=hurr%2Caps%2C201&sr=8-3&th=1
https://www.amazon.com/Vintage-Silver-Handle-Victorian-Walking/dp/B00YSS83M2/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=ball+top+cane&qid=1571684762&sr=8-3
https://www.amazon.com/Snake-Eye-Tactical-Walking-Storage/dp/B0742L5F6Y?ref_=fsclp_pl_dp_2 found this on Amazon
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.
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Amazon has this one and this
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!!!
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.
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
Over 10K? Fancy!
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
(http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002MR4BKE/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B002MR4BKE&linkCode=as2&tag=rwe56bhw34-20)
Over 10K? Fancy!
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
Amazon shows this one as a #1 seller, rated at 350 lbs, and looks like a pretty decent cane.
http://www.amazon.com/HurryCane-All-Terrain-Cane-Freedom-Edition/dp/B00E9ZFBII/ref=sr_1_9?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1418585877&sr=1-9
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
Oh shit! Foldable cane! Foldable cane!
https://www.amazon.com/Folding-Adjustable-Retractable-Aluminum-Walking/dp/B01FHIZ8UQ
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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http://www.amazon.com/Cobra-Walking-Stick-Antique-Handle/dp/B002VRM2D8
Drive Medical Deluxe Folding Blind Cane, Reflective Red https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002VWK0HI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_t-Q2Ab61HH3N6
Carex Health Brands Round Handle Wood Cane, Natural https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001QD6A90/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_gHO6xb594B1AN
Something like this?
This one says it is rated for 350lbs
They've had something very similar for quite some time.
https://www.amazon.com/Drive-Medical-Deluxe-Folding-Black/dp/B002VWJYT8
That one has a rating of 2 stars. This one is only $22 and is 4 stars.
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
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
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?
$11.09
http://www.amazon.com/Drive-Medical-Deluxe-Folding-Reflective/dp/B002VWK0HI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418878185&sr=8-1&keywords=blind+cane
Drive Medical Deluxe Folding Blind Cane, Reflective Red https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002VWK0HI/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_AOKKub0ZN5VN4
Took me 20 seconds. Not exaggerating.
ah finally lol, thanks a lot for that! Yeah now of course I see it both times when they said it's school property. Still, I can't imagine why the parents wouldn't just get their son a walking stick...I found one on Amazon for like 12 bucks ffs...
http://www.amazon.com/Drive-Medical-Deluxe-Folding-Reflective/dp/B002VWK0HI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1418930117&sr=8-1&keywords=blind+walking+stick
I deplore the way they punished the kid, but something seems...fishy...about the parents' representation of the situation...plus kinda stupid...I mean for 12$ just buy it...
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)
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
Here's a metal pipe with a leather grip. How exactly is that a DIY baton?