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How to Walk with a Cane... the RIGHT Way

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Do you know how to walk with a cane the right way? If you walk incorrectly using a cane, you will be at risk of falling. Learn how to walk with a cane the right way in this video.
Some Keys to Remember:
1. Use the Triangle Method! Keep making "triangles" when you take your steps with the cane.
2. Normalize the arm swing and cane placement for safety.
I hope this helps!
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@HerMuffiness Год назад

I have been using a cane regularly (arthritis) for about five years now but nobody ever showed me whether or not I was using it correctly. This has been very helpful😊

@yourPTguy Год назад

Mari, I'm so glad it's been helpful. You can also check out my other cane video which talks about using a cane when the leg is hurting: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-8sAP3SRxSOI.html Stay safe

@shirleydelasalas9762 Год назад

Sometimes but not often I almost trip on my cane.

@stephenwilliams1824 Год назад

Being right handed, I get a better, stronger grip and support with stick in my right hand. But, it is my left leg that was damaged in a motorcycle accident. Using the stick in my left hand to support the left leg is weaker and wobbles a bit.

@LLjean-qz7sb Год назад

Was hoping you would have indicated which side to put the cane on, in relation to your injury or condition ! Otherwise, very useful, information!

@yourPTguy Год назад

LLjean, thank you for the suggestion! It's a topic that a lot of people do have a hard time seeing why the cane should be in the opposite hand that someone's injury or condition is. By the way - have you ever seen the show "House"? He had it in the wrong hand but then after filming some shows, they just went with it. Thank you for the suggestion again, I'll be sure to cover that in a future video.

@LLjean-qz7sb Год назад

@@yourPTguy I used to watch House but never noticed it at the time! God Bless! (Physical therapy is such an underrated profession and so necessary!)

@judymyers6832 Год назад

@@yourPTguy 我

@rtopalovich Год назад

And proper length in relation to height.

@helmijohnson5079 Год назад

@@rtopalovich Cane hand grip should be at your wrist height. Instructions that comes with a new Cane should also tell you that. I use my Cane on Right side.My injury is on Left side.

@stephenperretti8847 Год назад

Hi PT Guy... I'm 77 years old. I'm facing a double hip replacement in the next thirty days. No date set yet; they are checking various health points to declare me at "optimal health". If I fall below the standard they will do one hip at a time. Hoping for both in one surgery. I've been walking with a cane for a couple of years. I didn't know how at first. But, through trial and error, I figured it out. Amazing of amazing, each of the techniques you suggest are what I've been doing. I put the can ahead of me then step the opposite foot then catch up and so on. It's more complicated than it sounds with two bad hips. But, it works. I almost fell once by kicking my cane. Gee, I've been so conscientious of where I place the cane ever since!! Your advice is spot on. I watched your video on walkers. I'm certain that it will come in handy during rehab. Keep well, good sir. You're providing an important service.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Stephen, thank you for your thoughtful comments and feedback. I LOVE that the cane techniques are the same ones you figured out after trial and error! It's not rocket science, sometimes we just have to have a little help to figure it out. And once we do, it's hard to forget it. Double hip replacements (and knees!) can be tough but many who opt for the double say they are so glad they did them at the same time. Knees are "usually" harder than hips because they're usually more painful. If you want to get a laugh out of your surgeon beforehand, ask him if he has a coupon for a Buy-One-Get-One-Free Hip replacement 😉. He'll remember you I'm sure and be happy to do excellent work on your hips. I'd love to know how it goes. Keep up the great work and be safe sir.

@JohnnyWrongo-b9l Год назад

I have not needed the waking stick until recently. After a couple of days of thinking it useless I saw a video of a physiotherapist demonstrating the correct method. Instantly my stick became a real assistance and my knee did sigh with joy. I mention that only as encouragement if you are having pain or soreness. This make a huge difference.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Johnathon, thank you for your encouragement and I'm so glad it helped you get some relief! Every little bit helps! Stay independent and stay safe 😊

@bettycapps Год назад

You should have included the height of the cane and if you have a leg a hurt/painful leg, which side of body should be.

@helmijohnson5079 Год назад

Hold Cane on opposite side of the injury Hand hold even with wrist.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Betty, the cane handle should be level with your wrist. As for which side of the body, it depends on a few factors. For most people however, the cane should be on the opposite side of the hurt leg. My other cane video may help you see why: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-8sAP3SRxSOI.html

@rubenrincon9536 9 месяцев назад

Thank you for showing me how to walk with a can

@meon3wheels Год назад

As someone with Congenital Hip Dysplasia, I have had to figure this out myself by necessity. Good job explaining the geometry of using a cane.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Karen, I'm glad you were able to figure out those tips by your own and your necessity! I bet you would be a great teacher for so many people out there. Have you thought about it?

@bobketteringham4779 Год назад

Thank you. I wish someone taught me this earlier.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Bob, I'm glad it helped out! I'll keep trying to educate through more videos so we can all strive for moving better and staying independent.

@tinksspixiedust Год назад

That’s the info I got in PT. Determining the correct height for your cane is important, too.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Belles, I'm glad you had the info in PT- yay 😊 Yes, the correct height of the cane handle should be at one's wrist when they have the arm relaxed at the side.

@PlasmaCoolantLeak Год назад

I have a hip overdue for replacement, and have been using a cane to help support me. I had no idea I was using it incorrectly! Thanks for this!

@joanhoffman3702 Год назад

Thank you so much! I discovered my cane was way too high, and adjusted it down. For once, the RU-vid algorithm recommended a channel that helps!

@charlayned Год назад

I have a brother who is a PT. He showed me how to walk with the cane turned around where the back is under my hand. That way it's a straight line from your shoulder down to the floor. On that 4-cups on the floor you have, my palm heel would be resting on the "notch" with my fingers wrapped on the longer part of the handle. It works for me, it's more stable.

@yourPTguy Год назад

That's an excellent visual. I love that. Thanks for sharing your tip. Stay safe and independent 😊

@mariarevoy7775 Год назад

Appreciate you're demo so much ,thank you .

@yourPTguy Год назад

maria, thank you for your feedback again

@patrickdial5810 Год назад

Thank you from Guyana from a 91years +. Very helpful.

@myrtisthompson4783 Год назад

You tube

@yourPTguy Год назад

Patrick, wow Guyana! I'd love to travel there at some point. I'm glad it was helpful to you. Stay safe

@jessiefuentes4245 Год назад

Thank you PT GUY,,am absolutely love using the cane because I am an amputee at my left leg,,,,Grateful for this info🙏

@yourPTguy Год назад

Jessie, you're most welcome! I'm so glad it's helpful. Some of my most favorite people to work with over the years have been amputees! They have been such an encouragement to me and can be so driven! It sounds like you are the same way! Thank you for the encouragement, and stay safe. 😊

@kateclark7250 Год назад

Thank you for this advice

@yourPTguy Год назад

Thanks for your encouragement and feedback, Kate

@jillr.austin1103 5 месяцев назад

This is great. I might need Information in future

@sabine3769 Год назад

This video is so helpful

@yourPTguy Год назад

Sabine, thank you for your feedback and encouragement.

@djmooncheeks1515 Год назад

I use the "triangle" method, except I describe it as turning your arm into a third leg. You have your "good" leg in the middle so that when you are walking, your bad leg and the cane go as a unit.

@GraphicsGuru37 Год назад

Very helpful, as usual. 😊 Thank you.

@32a34a Год назад

Before I was even given my cane they sent me into Kinesiology therapy. One reason why is I have no propioperception in my right leg and with my back issues it took me quite awhile to get walking properly so that when they gave me my cane I had some things nailed pretty quickly.

@billsett 7 месяцев назад

Another very good video, but I agree with another comment: Add something about which side to have the cane on relative to an injured leg or hip, for example. I had a meniscus tear and "all of a sudden" needed to use a cane for a period of time. It took me a while to understand that the cane goes on the side opposite from the injury, so as to avoid adding extra weight to the bad side when the other foot is lifted for walking. I hope that's right, but I think it is.

@keithfreitas2983 Год назад

I am right handed. When I got a left foot infection i used the cane on my right. When I had an attack of gout on my right foot I used my cane on my right. Was real using comfortable using my left hand. Thank God the airlines have wheelchair / golf cart service to and from the aircraft.

@quiet-x4h 3 месяца назад

I appreciate this ….and have watched many times. I wonder if you have any information on the best canes to use, etc? I haven’t any info on that cane’s tiny base….but it would provide better support? What IS that tiny base on the cane and where do we find them in the marketplace. Thank you so much. You are a HUGE assistance for all things disability related!!

@alfredsams9059 Год назад

Usefull. Please do one how to get up if one falls and there is no stick or chair to get up and no one to help

@helmijohnson5079 Год назад

Hopefully you are not hurt when you fall. I had to pull myself over to something I could use to pull myself up. Good luck.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Alfred, thanks for the feedback and suggestion! I'll be working on creating a video or maybe a couple about falls in the future. 😊

@tess7228 Год назад

What leg is injured??

@yourPTguy Год назад

Hi tess. This video is basically for those who are placing their cane in their dominant hand who also have no real "injury" but they need just a touch point for balance. But you can check out my other cane video that goes over which hand to place it in if there is an injury or challenge with a particular leg: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-8sAP3SRxSOI.html

@samkitty5894 8 месяцев назад

Most people using the cane have leg/foot issue on one side, while the other side is fine. You should keep that in mind when suggesting how to use a cane in that scenario. You make it appear both legs are perfectly fine, which is never the case. If it was, no cane would be needed.

@DaveBartlett Год назад

Reverse the position of the cane in your hand! (No not vertically of course!) Just rotate it so the inverted 'L' of the handle is facing forward rather than backward; that way, your hand is directly over the shaft of the cane, and your weight isn't pressing down on the open end of the handle. This ensures that the downward pressure from the arm holding it, (i.e. your weight,) is distributed directly down the shaft of the cane, thus giving you more support. Having it reversed as you had it, places the pressure from your arm down onto the handle alone, and not down through the cane. A little thing, I know, but you'll certainly feel the difference after walking a long distance (and your cane is much less likely to ever break under pressure on the handle!)

@clairepage8126 Год назад

The cane acts as another leg and your walk has a rythm to it.

@pedromarquez3889 Год назад

Very informative and makes sense

@lornabergwerff2679 Год назад

What height is cane

@helmijohnson5079 Год назад

Hand grip at wrist height!

@rickiejacobs5910 Год назад

The triangle method might be good for people that walk slow. I be using the 2nd method to take a load off my bad hip. Also I can walk faster with the arm swing method.

@katherinemoran9902 Год назад

all these years never knew about the triangles

@minabenkiritkumar3246 Год назад

Perfect demonstration.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Thanks!

@mikmik9034 Год назад

Natural walking with a stick? Why use a cane? Weak leg? Steps Up/Down?

@yourPTguy Год назад

Mik Mik, thanks for the suggestions. I'll keep working on creating some more 😊

@mikeneale2459 Год назад

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! WONDERFUL!

@22304abc 11 месяцев назад

Is there a difference between a cane or trekking pole? I'm traveling to Provence France and it's hilly, flat, and has steps without guardrails. Thanks for advice.

@maxtwdg7549 Год назад

Thank you! Help alot for old people like me.

@snookyrichards9519 Год назад

QUESTION??? How should I figure out the height of the cane?

@helmijohnson5079 Год назад

The Cane hand grip should be wrist height as you are standing up rite.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Snooky, exactly as Helmi said before. The handle should be right at the wrist height as one is standing upright with a relaxed arm down at the side.

@audreyslim3902 Год назад

The cane height should be the same as yr hip height next to the thigh

@debbiescott6732 Год назад

I was shown the right way years ago. It never felt natural to me so I do it my way.

@yourPTguy Год назад

I'm glad you found a great way that helps 😊 Keep striving 😊

@matthewjohnson6360 Год назад

I have known that 3 weeks shy of 18 years, Sister Kenny. I have used a wooden stick for 10 years +.

@lesliehyde Год назад

I've tried using canes... I don't feel stable with them because my forearm is left unsupported and my wrist all wobbly. Long story short, I opt to only use a forearm crutch if the need to offload is too severe to be covered with just my leg braces. Fortunately I have three additional levels of help before leg issues have me in bed- using both forearm crutches, using my rolling walker or my semi-custom wheelchair.

@barbaravalenzuela7219 Год назад

I have a very hard time with a cane? I watch all the videos but here I am not doing good.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Barbara, I'm sorry to hear that you're having a hard time with the cane! They make many types of canes, some are more sturdy than others. Sometimes, some people need a more sturdy piece of equipment like a walker before they can move to a cane. The best thing to do is find a reputable physical therapist in your area to discover the safest way for you personally. I wish you the best!

@ramgopalkoda7044 Год назад

A good lesson 4:27

@Isobel201 Год назад

I have spinal and SI joint arthritis, sometimes using a cane is useful for me as gives me support when standing as well as walking, however I end up swapping sides as using the cane on one side for a long time just gives me more problems lol

@yourPTguy Год назад

That's smart thinking to balance out the body. Thank you for sharing the tip. Stay safe and independent 😊

@LLewis-vu9qf Год назад

Isobel-- I have a similar problem. If I walk with only one cane, eventually that hip will start to ache. Then I need to switch sides with the cane. I solved my situation by using two canes, one cane on each side, to relieve the ache in my hips. So far (5 years) it's been working well.

@michaellauletti6552 Год назад

Thanks I walk with a cane.and the you showed how u can trip with the cane has happened to me.luckely I didn't fall

@yourPTguy Год назад

Michael, I'm so thankful it helped show some of the tricky parts with a cane. I'm glad you're safe. Be well. 😊

@Dani-ICU-RN 11 месяцев назад

WHY does the rollator hurt my arms so much! Im an ICU RN,3 torn labrums,both hips ,shoulder, OA, etc.. Insurance wouldn't even cover a walker so I'm using my mom's rolling walker. I can get around slowly and a little bit enough to run into a store and get medicine but not enough to really get anywhere as I can't get the friggin Walker in the car if I'm by myself. Question is though is it too short I am 5 ft 9 it hurts my arms more than anything else hurts while I'm using it in spite of all of my injuries if you want to call him that.

@maratb5291 Год назад

If you don't have a problem with balance, but have a leg that won't readily support full weight, this is not a method that works. I've used a cane to overcome a very weak left leg for many years. I can stand easily, just can't support my entire weight on my left leg.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Marat, excellent point. Canes aren't meant to support the entire weight of a leg, that's for sure. Realistically, they can only "off load" about 10 to 15% of the body weight. If the leg is quite weak, additional strategies and even sometimes a second cane can be used for certain people. Even then, some have to use a walker until hopefully the leg can get a bit more strength back if possible. Thankfully, there are lots of techniques and devices out there that can help these days. You're an encouragement to me with all the effort over the many years. Please keep it up and stay safe, Marat. 😊

@isaacjoffe4835 Год назад

lovely manner!!!!

@Sokx41 Год назад

Is there any difference when using the cane for balance but not for a bad/week knee? In otherwords using as a crutch vs just balance.

@yourPTguy Год назад

It would really depend on what's going on with the knee and what's going on with the balance. The only way to really get the best input is having a hands on evaluation from a physical therapist or orthopedist who can see the exact issue. Generally speaking, relieving the pain in the knee with the cane, will also help the balance at the same time though. The pain and weakness can throw off the balance. So if one is able to alleviate some of that pain or weakness, the balance will be improved. Sometimes people even use 2 canes for each hand just to get even more stability. When it gets to that point though, often it's easier to use a walker.

@WandaBeasley-pi4hl 6 месяцев назад

Amazing i❤ this video helpful ok 😁🤓🙏

@pervinkapadia2487 Год назад

Useful info.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Pervin, thanks for your feedback. Stay safe 🙂

@iconoclad Год назад

So which foot is crook in this example?

@overlord2057 Год назад

I yet to see videos related to stroke affected persons. Weakness in left leg and arm plasticity acquiring every forty seconds causing your leg to stiffen or not function at all loss of balance sometimes in mid stride. The only thing keeping you up right is a cane.

@yourPTguy Год назад

So tough! Strokes can affect a myriad of things and even the same type of stroke can affect individuals differently. That makes making videos for specific situations quite tough. The best thing as always is to make sure you're working with your doctor and therapist to ensure you have a specific individualized program that works for your situation. Stay safe 😊

@user-th9ty5rj1d Год назад

Me as well

@chrisbowe4095 Год назад

"Triangle" too complicated! Use cane in hand opposite of injury. Height of cane is VERY IMPORTANT also. You didn't mention that. And, the difference in the foot of the cane as to the individual need for stability. Canes are not walking sticks. They are meant to "support" & carry some weight.

@cindyrissal3628 Год назад

So, you place the cane on the opposite side from the injury? So it can help support you when the weak leg is on the ground?

@ronsbrat525 Год назад

I've been walking the right way. However he didn't cover which side is best for an injured leg, hip or knee. The same side or opposite side? And what if you're left handed?

@Shazzadut1 Год назад

I use a cane for stability because I have spinal issues, scoliosis kyphosis, not an injury. So it’s not an opposite side to injury thing for me. I use it in my dominant right hand, and use the triangle method. In this case which side should I use the cane on? I have tried it left handed but it doesn’t feel comfortable or natural. Thanks.

@derekflegg2670 Год назад

Which leg is your bad leg? I'm righthanded with a bad left hip and I'm used to using a walking stick and holding it at about mid-chest height..

@barrywilliams991 Год назад

My right leg is weaker due to sciatic nerve injury. How do I properly use a cane to supplement that leg's loss of strength?

@charliepatterson9321 Год назад

I imagine it depends on how severe your ailment is . I use my cane in place of my leg . I have difficulty with pressure on my foot as I've just had surgery recently. I've had several surgeries and use it in different ways depending on my pain levels . Maybe it's because I'm tired yet I didn't see which foot you were supporting because you didn't express which foot was injured ? When I'm injured bad I use the cane parallel with my injured side . When my injuries don't hurt so much I use the cane on the opposite side of my bad foot in the triangle method.

@julieseier4201 4 месяца назад

I need bottom on the cane too walking

@julieseier4201 4 месяца назад

You need to come up with something you can do on ice so you don't fall

@julieseier4201 4 месяца назад

With the cane

@AlexialexisD Год назад

thank you 🤩

@yourPTguy Год назад

You're most welcome

@robertchabot5625 Год назад

Good information, but you really should specify which leg is the bad one. Someone who has never used a cane before could easily get confused. For not giving that vital information I can only give the video a 3 out of 5.

@4WorldPeace2 Год назад

"What walks on four legs in the morning, two legs in the afternoon, three legs in the evening, and no legs at night?"

@johnnyobigcatdaddy Год назад

I for one use a cane, and cannot move my left leg past my right when I step, so your triangle method is not useful to all people, I'm sur there ar more than myself that have the same issue!

@yourPTguy Год назад

Excellent point. It won't work for those who cannot step through with the other foot whether it's due to arthritis, a muscle imbalance, or a number of other issues. When that's the case, the best that can be done, as you said, is the "step to" pattern where the foot doesn't come past. Either way, the goal is to keep moving 😊. Stay safe and independent 😊

@AuntieEm294 Год назад

How tall should the cane be? How to know which side to use the cane?

@spiderwebb00 8 месяцев назад

Which was bad leg?😅

@Graeme_Lastname Год назад

And in between the two triangles you're standing on one foot.

@cherrymedina3504 Год назад

I too, was disappointed he did Not tell us which side to hold the cane when one has a sprained or other pain in ankle or foot . 😢

@broadusrollins2463 Год назад

Since 2 strokes this will not work for me. My right arm does not work anymore. So I can`t carry anything with me.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Broadus, I'm sorry to hear that. Many people would love to use a cane but must opt for other devices. But keep striving and stay safe and keep being a great example of hard work 😊

@peterbye82 Год назад

The cane is too short it should come to the top of your hip not to the top of the leg . This gives the ability to push down on the stick

@gordbaker896 Год назад

Move the cane with the opposite leg.

@margaretporkolab7166 Год назад

What about the length on the cane

@yourPTguy Год назад

Excellent question. Here's one of my videos answering it: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_dYLu7dBttQ.html Generally, it's best to have the cane at the person's wrist (or a notch higher) when standing upright.

@Philobiblion Год назад

Any such implement that does not have a large foot on it and which has a straight, 90 degree handle, or a knob (no handle) is a STICK. If it has a crooked handle it is a cane. Don't call my stick a cane.

@robertbutler8004 Год назад

Why not show us the correct way to use toilet paper that might be more interesting?

@barbaraholland816 Год назад

Show someone how to use one who has an affliction to where standing with good posture is a handicap.

@yourPTguy Год назад

Thanks for the suggestion, Barbara. Stay safe 😊

@janet91973gm Год назад

What height should your cane and walker be? Which side do you put the cane when you have pain in one leg? If the correct side arm is too painful to use, how do you use the cane using the wrong arm?

@debralittle1341 Год назад

Up to your hip

@yourPTguy Год назад

Jerna jkt, The height should be at the wrist when someone stands up with a relaxed arm. Typically, the cane should be in the opposite hand of a hurt leg, if someone has been cleared for the use of a cane. You can check out my other cane video which may be helpful as well: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-8sAP3SRxSOI.html Stay safe 😊

@dnixon205 Год назад

I use a cane but I say do what works for you. It takes the pressure off my bad knee, so that serves the purpose.

@yourPTguy Год назад

I'm glad you're helping that knee. Thanks for the feedback. Stay safe and independent 😊

@jeaniespinks4205 Год назад

I can’t seem to walk comfortably with cane that low

@yourPTguy Год назад

Hi Jeanie, the "typical" height range for a cane is around the wrist level but as you mention, there are times when it is helpful to have it at a slightly different height.

@osbornlim630 Год назад

Going down stairs?

@madeloncalejesan6346 Год назад

it's for my self defense bro

@yourPTguy Год назад

Madelon, excellent additional use of a cane! I think I saw some cane self defense videos out there. I would only be a level 1 in self defense with a cane though, hah. Perhaps I can master it.