
Tips for choosing and using canes - Mayo Clinic
May 26, 2023 · A cane can improve balance and mobility. Learn about the choices that are available and how to use a cane correctly.
Tips for choosing and using walkers - Mayo Clinic
Aug 15, 2023 · A walker can provide balance and improve mobility. Understand the different types of walkers and how to use them.
Struggling to walk without a cane after TKR - Mayo Clinic Connect
Feb 16, 2024 · I was on a walker until about 2 weeks ago and am now using a cane. I see the stories of folks who made tremendous progress with the range of motion and were walking unassisted well …
Walking sticks vs. canes - which is better? - Mayo Clinic Connect
Mar 25, 2024 · When my mobility became more impaired and I had to use a walker, the stress on wrists and shoulders quickly became evident. At one point (having a weak left leg from polio as a baby), I …
Living With Large-Fiber Neuropathy - Mayo Clinic Connect
Feb 27, 2024 · It’s made me want to learn how to use a cane correctly. This afternoon, I’ll be meeting with my neurodoc’s NP to review my recent genetic test results. I will ask her if a few sessions with a …
Fall prevention: Simple tips to prevent falls
Oct 9, 2019 · Use assistive devices Your health care provider might recommend using a cane or walker to keep you steady. Other assisting devices can help, too. For example: Hand rails for both sides of …
Spine conditions: Told I would not walk without surgery
Jan 8, 2024 · At the time, I was using a cane or wheelchair, my husband was doing our grocery shopping, and I was having trouble both rising from or sitting down on a chair. I wasn't sleeping at …
How To Prevent: “Help I’ve Fallen…” | Mayo Clinic Connect
Jun 28, 2022 · Possible activities may include walking, using a recumbent bike, and water aerobics. Tai Chi and yoga, including chair yoga are excellent at decreasing the risk of falling.
Setback 7 weeks after TKR - Mayo Clinic Connect
Nov 19, 2022 · This helped a lot with the range of motion, as well as reducing the pain and swelling. I also spent 30 to 45 minutes a day on my recumbent bike along with walking outside using a cane or …
Preparing to Age in Place - Mayo Clinic Connect
Apr 23, 2024 · If I become seriously disabled I may have little use for my extensive collection of musical scores. If I stay active for another 15-20 years, there's good reason to keep them on hand, even …