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Cane Stands

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Whether you are using a cane for medical purposes or as a fashion accessory having a cane stand in your home is a must. Cane stands help you keep your cane in a safe, easy to find place, cane stands also keep your cane from being damaged or covered in unsightly scratches.

How do you use the cane? Your caregiver will teach you how to use a cane. The following steps may also help you learn to walk with a cane.

Using your cane to walk on flat floors:

Put the cane about 4 inches (10 cm) to the side of your stronger leg.

Put weight on your stronger side.

Move the cane about 4 inches (10 cm) in front of your stronger leg, bringing your weaker leg forward at the same time.

Using the cane to help keep your weight off your weaker leg, move your stronger leg ahead.

Your heel will be a little beyond the tip of the cane.

Repeat these steps and try to walk straight.

Cane Care

To take care of your cane you should inspect it once a week. Sit down and with a clean cloth wipe off any loose dirt or dust from the cane. As you wipe pay attention to any flaws, cracks or other damage as these should be taken care of right away to avoid injuring yourself. After you have inspected your cane you can put wood polish on it if its wood to get it looking spiffy and like new. To keep your cane safe from damage and to stay safe in your home always put your cane in a cane stand when not in use.

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