Walking Cane Mistakes and How To Walk Correctly

[@lidyaben2355]

I love your videos. I recently had knee replacement surgery and honestly, I found ur advices very helpful and I do ur exercises everyday. God bless you 🙏

[@patriciabelgrave8318]

This is a wonderful time to be alive, who would ever thought that a time will come when you could get many health guidance, teachings, motivations, ideas on health in every area of your lives from professional of every kind? I am thankful, grateful to God for giving mankind the knowledge to make it possible. Thank you KZbin.

[@malurus_]

Thank you. I am finally going to get a cane after years. time to stop being proud and get the help i need.

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

Hows the walking?

[@SusanLee-g7k]

Your teaching is very helpful. Thanks.Please teach us how to use the cane to walk upstairs and down stairs.

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

I got you on that

[@dianamichaels8305]

Striding. I always wondered if I was using my cane properly. Thank you for the video.

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

You are so welcome

[@carolynharned5785]

Very helpful ! I needed to lower the height of my cane. Much more comfortable. Amazing difference I walking. Thank You!

[@bernardengay]

Striding: I'm using cane improperly evey time had a legs or foot endured, and my friend told me the proper use of cane. It really confirmed after watching this viseo. And so I found this video help me now. New learning health tips. Thanks and God bless for sharing this video to help others.

[@ErlindaG.Legault]

Thanks 🙏 for sharing this episode walking with Cane👍👏

[@jamesprior2496]

With this video, you are Abel to do it properly.

[@lindamayberry4326]

Thank you. For all your help striding

[@joanmartin7395]

Very helpful. My can was too high and lowering it has really helped.

[@jamesprior2496]

How the heck did you get your can lowered?!

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

@jamesprior2496 there are pins on an adjustable cane.

[@alansanczuk1630]

Striding. Brilliant thank you from UK

[@jazzysnoop]

Thank you so much for your instructions.☺

[@jovenciodalao3054]

Thank you for the guidelines!!

[@bevlowery9545]

Thank you!

[@OldEasy]

I use my cane for balance, except at the grocery store when the cart is my best friend. Good video!

[@lindahornilla1339]

Striding

[@OldEasy]

@@lindahornilla1339 Oh, I think striding has become second nature to me, yet the cane rescues me if I'm a bit off balance. Thanks for your helpful video

[@jocelynt.zamudio253]

Thank you very much its big help for me to do your video excersices i just started yesterday only your hand , shoulder excersices and today seen this improve walking and how to use cane. I had stroke last June 27 2024 only and cant able to go out to undergo my theraphy in the hosp. But for 2 days doing this exercises i feel big changes already in my arms spamscity also in my shoulder. Thank you very much.

[@ArlenePMCM]

Thanks for showing us the proper height. Mine was too high! QUESTION - Is a cane helpful for back injuries or only leg injuries? I have vertebral fractures and wonder if a cane is actually good to use.

[@patriciabelgrave8318]

I do not know if this will help. I have lower back pain that cause me to bend forward when I walk. My doctor recommended that I use a cane when walking, I do, but some how it does not feel safe.

[@mariaeleonormalsi2740]

Striding

[@DSDLVN711]

Striding Thank you. Learned something from your video. I’m still using walker or quad cane when walking. It’s been almost 2years post stroke. Praying & hoping to walk again without any assistive device. 😔

[@VictorGarcia-qg8nr]

Thanks for you helpful advice, greetings from Mexico City

[@MusicalMarzy]

My parents were not excited to find out I ordered a cane for myself cause I'm "too young for that". But I don't care, my pain, my life, my decision. Thank you so much for this info!! New subscriber!

[@Ghjfd5wfCfbgvg]

thank you for this! im 13 and have really bad leg pain and was thinking of getting a cane.

[@18Rakas]

​@@Ghjfd5wfCfbgvg you should if you think it could help you! i'm 22 and have severe IBD which causes me to often have lots of pain, become dizzy/feel faint and have issues with mobility and stability. i was thinking about ordering one for myself as well.

[@veronica_._._._]

Having '3 legs' is great - l walk faster uphill that most bipedals, because the cane forms a 'balance triangle' and something to dig in and pull on. Walking poles used by make you look like a fit fitness freak, skier, fell walker, olympic walking champ rather than a target. If l'm walking at a dodgy time or place l walk with the metal tipped cane because 'audibly' walking thru an area, signals calm confidence. My friend occasionally uses a long wooden pole that looks very long staff/ bo staff haha

[@annieyue9184]

Thank you for your clear explanation and demo

[@dchu4009]

Excellent and comprehensive instructions. Striding

[@johnstorton]

I've had problems with only one leg becoming extremely fatigued after walking a short distance, so I got a cane, and I've learned how to use it properly, and it's the correct height. I have not found it to be very useful after my leg has fatigued. I'll give my thoughts in the next paragraph. Please correct me if I'm wrong: A cane is not a crutch. It's only for minor impairments. Leaning on it only tires you more. Used correctly, in my case, it's a tool to help me (mainly) with my balance, thereby eliminating a lot of micro movements we all make but are unaware of (I'm guessing). This prevents my leg from fatiguing as quickly. (Am I right, so far?) Once my leg becomes fatigued, my cane won't do me any good, and it's time to sit down and rest, which only takes a few minutes. (I've researched A LOT. I suspect I'm developing symptoms of MS. I'm 70 years old.) What did I get right, and what did I get wrong?

[@AdaAgbarakwe]

I was using can without appropriate adjustment until I see your video. I hope to get better with the proper height adjustment. Thanks

[@zat1245]

5!! Two big reasons. She’s using it correctly, putting her weight into it, and it’s correctly in sync with the weak side. But the biggest clue is it fits her. Canes have to be the proper height.

[@killygounden5849]

Thank you Nathan for your video 🙏

[@neeladesai7363]

Striving …… I enjoy your videos. I have Parkinson’s and my eyes keep closing. I have been getting Botox injections. Any help you can recommend will be much appreciated. Thanks so much 🙏

[@TammyS-wt3qp]

Striding. Thank you for sharing this guidance!

[@JohnSydneyYamane]

striding you are practical and sensible in your teaching. it works! thank and mahalo!!!

[@H8FULL1]

Several years ago I sprained my left ankle pretty bad and then developed Achilles Bursitis. Was told to use a cane until it healed properly. But was told to keep the cane up against my left foot and support a portion of my weight with my left arm and the cane. It felt natural considering the pain of putting ANY pressure on my foot at all.

[@narindersharma6180]

Thanks so much for your guidance

[@susanwasem4563]

I really needed this , thank you. Striding.

[@nitagelacio1407]

Very useful, I’ll try to adjust my cane. Thanks for sharing. ❤️

[@maureenomeara5936]

Striding. Greetings from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@SuperInku]

Thank you. Found it very useful.

[@maryruss362]

Helpful instructions on using a cane properly. I hope the usage of my cane is temporary. I had my cane too high and it put presser on my bad shoulder. Thank you,

[@Interceptor-v5d]

Great video, this explained so much to me.

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

Glad to help. Did it get easier to use the cane?

[@timothygriffin1062]

Thank you for this video. It has been very helpful and informative.

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

You are so welcome

[@Alice-oe4kd]

Thank you for the tip about measuring cane height

[@antoinetterohde2396]

Striding. Thank you so much!!!!

[@MinTheMe]

Striding thank you from Taipei, the Republic of China

[@higenarojas6191]

Thank you for sharing ♥️

[@mitchelludowitz7259]

Striding. Thank you so very much. This has been incredibly informative . Thank you so much.

[@JudyPetoskey-p3f]

Thanks!

[@syedaftabahmed4743]

Thanks for Sharing this information 🎉

[@jgtnmedia9153]

Thankyou Nathan!

[@weenameily8097]

Thank you Nathan!

[@TruculentGoose]

Striding: Great video thanks Nathan

[@cute1678]

thank you for this video, especially the part about correct length.

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

You are so welcome. 🙏🏼

[@weatles_5798]

I think it definitely depends on why exactly you have the cane and should really only take the advice of your physical therapist. I know others including myself should fully be walking with their cane to replace the problem leg while others use it as a in general mobility aid. The point of using a cane on one leg is to remove the weight/pressure on that leg.

[@WalterSieradzki]

Thanks for sharing this

[@MA-un1mj]

Good work 👍

[@seemaanvery8420]

Thank you for your useful advices

[@jerrysteward2603]

Striding, thank you.

[@kathybrown3190]

Very helpful for injuries....what abt BALANCE.....I figure using dominant hand, but do you have more tips. ty.

[@franzingNoble]

Striding. Good content👍🏼

[@angelitopalomares3884]

Great information

[@laural.brinker611]

Striding.. Thanks 👍

[@DinahSmith-z3o]

I use a cain, thank you for the info on how to use a cain properly 👍

[@litanordmeyer3520]

Thank you very useful to me God bless you 🙏

[@breigesheppard8339]

Thank you for a great video 💚🍀🙏🏻

[@mariojumawan4723]

Thank you very much sir

[@hazydreamer7965]

Thank you for an instructive video. I was hit to the pavement by 2 cyclists 4 yrs ago and needed an operation on the right side of my lower back. I can walk about 20 steps on my own and bent only. Too painful to continue. With a roller I can walk for miles, even run, and have a straight back and no pain. Because a roller makes me feel and look too old (in my mind) I prefer to walk with a walking stick. Leaning on the cane I can walk slower and short distances only before I start feeling pain in my lower backside. The biggest problem seems to be the cane, - leaning on it irritates the muscles on my left upper arm, my shoulder, and all the way to my neck. Physiotherapy does not help. Could you please perhaps one day make another video about a problem like this? Thank you and regards from the northern parts of Europe.

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

It is most likely the neck that is the root of the problem. Please see a neurologist and update us with the findings

[@nortoncmd2681]

Thank you.

[@marciathom6708]

I have t-rex arms. I also have cervical and lumbar spine issues. I absolutely do not want to lean forward or bend. I also have drop foot on left side. I don’t use my cane properly, per most videos as far as not having it straight down on my right side. My legs are very weak. Walking is very difficult for me, but if I go to a chair, I think I will never get out of it. It’s a major struggle, but at least I can still move around. I don’t expect to get much better, but I hope to get some physical therapy to increase my strength at some point. I’m 67, I’ll never be a kid again. And the spine issues are a combination of congenital and injuries. 🤷‍♀️

[@nitagelacio1407]

Same to you, unable to walk by my own . I used rolator all the time even inside the house. I have 2 surgeries and a cervical. My first surgery was fine 9 years no cane and rolator. My balance was fine, still have pain in my lower back I can tolerated it. Now came back, 2nd surgery was bad, unable to hold my balance and walking,. anymore. It’s severe. I’m thinking for another surgery with a different neorosurgeon. Try to use cane if I could handle it. Take care.

[@janetfarrer3647]

I use two canes.

[@gaymichaelis7581]

Hang in there and don’t give up!!! I have a really bad right knee and my left leg isn’t much better, so I really maybe need two canes… But I don’t see how that would work out for me!! I live in a small house/apartment and I have a walker, but there’s not room enough to use the walker in here… I have to look at his video again and check my height on my cane… I need a cane with the four prongs at the bottom, I think!! Would be so much more stable!! I am absolutely wobbling all over the place, though I haven’t fallen in a very long time, because I’m hyper vigilant, and I say prayers, plus I have a Lifeline That I wear around my neck, so if I fall, Emergency crew will come and help me… So appreciate this fellow/Brother doing this video!! I will say prayers for you also!! Have you found Jesus Christ and the gospel?! He is coming soon!! Love, Sister Gay Michaelis (and brother Michaelis in the spirit world recently) and family…(our daughter-in-law just passed away on Easter Sunday with stage four melanoma at the age of 41!! Our son and all of us really miss her, besides, my husband/grandpa!)…❤🤗🌎🙏👍😊😇🤟🥰🌼✨🏡

[@rhondafountain648]

Hi, 1st time viewing video. Striding. Just realized I had my Hurray Cane too talk, went down 2 slots & fills better walking. Was getting slight elbow stiffness, should end now using cane properly.

[@ingridkoppers4540]

My partner and I were at a hospital recently having a coffee in the coffee shop before our appt. A lady walked in with a cane that was totally not fitted correctly. She looked so awkward. I’d like to think anyone needing a cane and prescribed one by a medical person would be fitted correctly.

[@barbaramiller5625]

Striding

[@vickimills459]

striding

[@vsepr5]

Striding

[@weatles_5798]

Most of the time people who use canes aren't "prescribed" they just know they have a mobility issue and buy a cane

[@juandesosa1]

Striding

[@rorykennedy2706]

Very. Helpful.

[@evangelinewilliams1379]

Thank you very helpful, i had a fracture on my left wrist and my right hip and leg is the weaker one. Due to my left-handed fracture i have to hold my cans with right hand.

[@seedhooramruttun3627]

STRIDING THANK YOU

[@grahamnewton4381]

Setting the cane at wrist height so that a straight arm can be used might theoretically be best but most elderly people I see with a cane at this height still lean forwards bending over the cane. A better compromise might be to set the cane higher. This could mean somewhat less support but improves posture making a fall less likely.

[@patriciacrosby9449]

Striving from Fl. Two knee repacements

[@frome3697]

Striding. Thank you!

[@michaelrochester5907]

Great Video. Striding.

[@miltonabhishek5373]

Please teach how to walk with help of elbow crutch. Make one video about this. Thank u. Very helpful videos

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

Noted.

[@DJKSB58]

Striding Many thanks. I never knew how to find the correct height

[@mokuho]

Thank you so much 🙏🏼

[@carlcarlson4642]

I do the same. I use the cane on the side of my painful leg. I do have a bad gait.too.

[@jocelynhezekiah3168]

Striding Learning so much,

[@gaymichaelis7581]

Thank you so very much!!! Well, both my legs are bad!! So I’m kind of confused about this video… I’m going to have to rewatch this several times, and figure this out… Yes, I don’t have the four prongs on the bottom like that one cane… I think that’s the kind of cane. I should get perhaps!! I live in a small apartment/house, and don’t have the room to use a walker… But I am very shaky on the cane… I say lots of prayers and am constantly watching, etc., so I don’t fall!! Plus I have a Lifeline around my neck, so if I do fall, it will contact emergency medical services… But I have not had a fall in a very long time!! Thank you again for this good video… Have you found the gospel of Jesus Christ yet?! He is coming again!!!! ❤🤗😇🙏👍🥰🌎😊

[@foxinbox500]

Striding. Thank you for how to do the measurement.

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

You are so welcome

[@peterajiduah9274]

standing, watched till the end

[@larayambao3011]

Striding. Thanks for this video!

[@sarahsteinhardt1697]

Striding and thanks!

[@angi2942]

i learned, thank you

[@bevmilligan8496]

Striding. Excellent video!

[@deekern4419]

Thank you

[@margaretdewitt4874]

Great video. Striding

[@Mr71659]

Thanks a lot 🙏 Striding

[@WyhnTemple]

I’ve walked with a cane as you describe for many years. I have a bad left knee. Now, however, I’ve just had right shoulder surgery. I can’t find a comfortable or helpful way to walk with my cane in my left hand to help my left knee while my right shoulder heals. What do you recommend? Thanks!

[@cjharris7826]

Striving 😊

[@sadiebell406]

STRIDING. THIS WAS SO HELPFUL TO ME!

[@franburns-yv5pt]

Thank you. I've been using my cane incorrectly for 20 years.

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

You are welcome. Does it feel easier to walk now?

[@franburns-yv5pt]

Yes, it is much more natural walking the way you have shown us! A BIG thank you.

[@EricOpoku-d2t]

Doctor, thanks for your videos. They really help me in my post stroke. But my issue is that, my ankle try twisting when I begin to walk, .asking my feet not flat on the ground and unstable. Kindly recommend some of your exercises to assist me. Thank you

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

Check out the playlist for the stroke on my main page or type skills and wellness plus stroke foot

[@EricOpoku-d2t]

Much grateful

[@colynmajor]

Striding: I was using my cane improperly until I saw the video. Thanks.

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

You are welcome. 🙏🏼

[@markcarrasco4065]

My doctor gave me the same advice. the problem is that it is not helping. I broke my hip and my pelvis when I was 10. I am 53 now and my hip sometimes wants to give out on me. The injury is on my right side and so when I need the support it's on the right side and I use the cane on my right side because when it starts to hurt or want to give out I use the cane for support on that side. It occurs randomly.

[@ginadellgrottaglia6897]

@SKILLS AND WELLNESS You've got the same link for both canes. I'm interested in the quad. Thanks. Helpful vid!

[@SKILLSANDWELLNESS]

Im sorry about that. Here is the link for the quad cane: amzn.to/49ZcMpo

[@ginadellgrottaglia6897]

@@SKILLSANDWELLNESS Thanks. In cart. 😊

[@jangriffin-fi1yx]

Striding ..... never give up sign love 😍

[@brianmakamure6924]

Thank you. Broken ankle

[@DianaleeKerestman]

Striding👍🏻❣️

[@BugsyBanaag]

Striding. Thankyou.