Savvy Senior: Choosing an Appropriate Walking Cane

Dear Savvy Senior,

I have severe arthritis in my knee and could use a walking cane to help me get around. Is there anything I should know about canes before I buy one?

Limping Linda

Dear Linda,

When it comes to choosing a cane for balance and support most people don’t give it much thought, but they should. Walking canes come in hundreds of different styles, shapes and sizes today, so you need to take into account your needs and preferences to ensure you choose one that’s appropriate for you. Here are some tips that can help.

Types of Canes

The first thing you need to consider is how much suppo...