Best Walking Cane for Leg Injuries

Walking sticks and canes have been a part of society for centuries. Whether using a walking stick to help keep pace and balance in nature walking along hiking trails, a colorful wardrobe accessory, or to help walk around due to health issues a walking cane can be useful. Canes have been seen as symbols of authority and used as weapons with hidden knives or built in stun guns in some of the more modern canes. A walking stick has four parts, the handle, the band, the shaft, and the ferrule. The handle is typically the most glorified piece and can be constructed of ornamental metals, carved bone or antler, carved wood, crystal, or any other type of ornate finishing touch can think of. The band joins the handle to the shaft if they’re different materials such as a metal handle on a wooden shaft. A ferrule is located at the bottom of the stick or cane as the tip and is sometimes the same material as the handle and is used to protect the end of the stick.

Tynor Walking Stick L Type

Tynor Walking Stick is a general purpose Mobility Aids For Elderly, which can be used by geriatric or weak patients, or can be used as post operative rehabilitation aid. Made out of special grade of aluminum to ensure high strength, durability and light weight. Height adjustment feature ensures proper load bearing.

• Our Price :Rs 338

Strong and Durable.

Aesthetically pleasing.

Easy height adjustment.

Anti slip pods.

Tynor Walking Stick L Type Features

Hard Anodized

Perfect aesthetics.

Long life of the coating.

Available in multiple colors.

Made special grade of Aluminum
Light weight
Strong and durable
Good weight bearing

PU/PVC Pod

Very long life.

Transparent.

Better aesthetics.

Anti slip properties.

Walking Canes is probably the most common mobility device prescribed for seniors. When used properly, a walking cane will increase the base of support and reduce strain on the legs and back as it helps to move forward. A walking cane requires enough strength in the arm, since the arm must partially support the body’s weight. If they have a slight problem with balance or instability, some weakness in the leg or some pain from a condition like rheumatoid arthritis, a cane may be enough to help the compensate and provide support.

• Our Price :Rs 500

Most canes are made of hardwood or aluminum. The most familiar walking cane style is the straight-tip style with a C-shaped or crook handle and a single rubber-capped bottom. This basic style is usually inexpensive, but if they have hand pain or discomfort, they may find it difficult to grasp. A walking cane with a functional offset handle, contoured similar to the gripping hand, is more easily grasped and provides better support. Other straight-tip canes may have different handle styles such as 

ball-shaped, slanted or stirrup-like. An ortho-cane has a palm grip with a curved staff on top for a firmer grip and better balance.

Karma Walking Stick WS 121

• 10/5 Section Height Adjustable
• Adjustable length: 68.5-91.3cm/ 81-91cm
• Ergonomic Plastic Handle/Wooden Handle
• 4 Section Folding
• Tubecolor

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Best Elbow Crutches for People With Impaired Ability to Walk

A crutch is a mobility aid that transfers weight from the legs to the upper body. It is often used for people who cannot use their legs to support their weight, for reasons ranging from short-term injuries to lifelong disabilities.

Our Price : Rs 1275

A mobility aid is a device designed to assist walking or otherwise improve the mobility of people with a mobility impairment.

Easy to use Vissco Elbow Crutches reduce the pressure and ensure that the body weight is evenly distributed. Shock absorbent minimize the trauma for the user and enable better support. Reduce trauma to the forearm. Reducing stress to joints and muscles. Makes support easier for those are not able to grip well.

When to use :

• Fracture of lower limb
• Paraplegia
• Walking Disorders
• Injury or disorder of spine

Benefits :

• Upper arm crutches require a minimum of training and substantially less upper extremity strength than other types of crutches

Invalid Elbow Crutches With Double Folding Handle Features :

• By providing additional points of contact the walking aid provides both additional support and a wider range of stable center of gravity positioning.

There are various walking aids which can help people with impaired ability to walk and Tynor Elbow Crutch Adjustable or mobility scooters for more severe disability or longer journeys which would otherwise be undertaken on foot. For people who are blind or visually impaired the white cane and guide dog have a long history of use. Other aids can help with mobility or transfer within a building or where there are changes of level.

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Walking Stick - An Essential Support For Senior Citizens

Walking sticks used to be boring and restricted to a more or less single pattern. These days, sticks for walking support are available in various sizes and shapes. There are eve adjustable walking sticks made of various products such as wood, plastic or metal to choose from. These are considered to be perfect for people who are old or suffer from any type of disabilities. Adjustable sticks come in a wide variety of colors and shapes. People who are blind to certain colors can easily find a stick of a color of their choice. There are also sticks in neutral colors that can match any type of clothing, and are perfect for using in a corporate meeting, seminar, parties or even for casual morning walks.

There are two types of people use Walking Aids For The Elderly. Those who have suffered some injury or have pain the foot, leg or knees due to arthritis and need external support. Those, because of age (wear and tear) have lost balance of gait and require a third leg to support. The most important obvious reason is to support and help in balancing while walking when we get old. Its use adds to mental comfort, a sense of self confidence, dignity, style, prestige and so on also.

• Our Price :Rs 600

Elbow Crutches

Elbow Crutch with Strap is made up of anodized aluminum with telescopic height adjustment. It is designed as per bio mechanical principles for proper weight distribution. However, it is more durable due to its plastic sleeves which reduce the friction between upper and lower tube. It has total forearm support with nylon cliff with suction rubber tip for better grip on any surface.

For elderly patients & amputees.

Elbow Crutches Features

• Better support and stability for elderly patients
• Temporary ambulation with plaster cast
• Patients using bilateral or unilateral limb orthosis
• Amputees using a prosthesis
• Ergonomic handle
• Lightweight 

Walking Stick Handles gives a firm grip to the hand. The fancy decorative shape of the handle portion of a walking stick depends only upon the manufacturer's imagination and the taste. Most walking sticks are thought of to be a straight, long stick either with a straight or curved handle but there are actually various different types depending on the individual need of the user. It is not the only type of mobility aid or ambulatory device but is among the most flexible, least cumbersome and easy to use.

• Our Price :Rs 550

Invalid New Folding Adjustable Walking Stick L Shape

A folding walking stick to help elderly and disabled get around quickly and easily. Made of aluminium, adjustable height. Idea gift for those you love. Lightweight, compact & portable, Can be easily folded and carried conveniently. Ideal for senior citizens on the move. Buy now for lowest price online, free home delivery.

Invalid New Folding Adjustable Walking Stick L Shape Features

• Made of aluminum
• Lightweight but strong
• Plastic 'L' shaped handle
• 4 section folding
• 5 sections adjustable height
• Adjustable length 81 - 91 cm (32 - 36")
• Portable

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Best Adjustable Aluminium Crutches for Elderly People

Lighter than wood, this aluminum crutch provides stability and durability while maintaining a lightweight design. The double extruded center tube provides additional strength to the weight-bearing area, and the push-pin adjustment makes it easy to adjust the height in increments. Jumbo sized contoured vinyl tips provide excellent traction.

Our Price : Rs 1270

In many walking disorders or conditions of impaired balance, one often needs a crutch. Its kind of like having a shoulder to lean on, all the time, that you can trust blindly. Crutches Aluminum upper arm crutch requires minimum training and substantially less upper extremity strength than other types of crutches. It provides additional points of contact and a wider range of stable gravity positioning.

When to use : 

• Impaired balance
• Cerebral palsy
• Walking Disorders
• Injury or disorder of spine

Benefits :

• Increases base of support
• Easy to use than other crutches
• Movable insert pulley.

Adjustable Aluminium Crutches Features :

• Designed to take some of the weight off of the arms during weight bearing.
• By providing additional points of contact the walking aid provides both additional support and a wider range of stable center of gravity positioning.

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Four Wheel Rollator Walker with Fold Up Removable

With a lightweight yet durable steel frame it provides stability and security. With Four Wheel Rollator it’s fantastic for anyone who possible puts more weight on one side of their body than the other as it will always provide support and won’t tilt.

A walker can be the perfect mobility solution. It can help to compensate for a decrease in strength, balance or endurance and to reduce the stress on a painful joint or limb. With this added help, you can be more safe and independent in your daily activities. There are 4 main types of walkers: standard, rolling, rollator and combination walkers. 

Our Price : Rs 5500

Rollator Walker Features:

• Quick foldaway aluminum frame, built in padded seat, hand brake lever.
• Comes with a durable padded seat and and a padded backrest that can be folded up or down.
• 7.5" casters are ideal for indoor and outdoor use and deluxe loop-locks to ensure rollator will not slip when seated.
• Sturdy Steel frame comes with a basket for storing personal items.

Rollator is another name for a four wheel walker. A Four Wheel Rollator has hand brakes for stability that can be locked for sitting. They allow the user to move as quickly as is safe because they are not slowed by having to lift. Most come equipped with a seat for rest and a basket or bag to hold personal items. Rollators are a very versatile type of walker providing many options for the user

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Forearm Crutch with Comfortable Hand Grip for Elderly People

While traditional crutches (also referred to as underarm crutches) are supported by pads that the user secures between his or her rib cage and upper arm, forearm crutches work differently. 

Our Price : Rs 900

This style of walking aid is used by inserting the arm into a partial cuff and taking hold of the handles that lie on the anterior side either crutch. If you struggle with mobility or balance when using an underarm variant, you may find that this style provides you with greater stability.

Forearm crutches are meant to be a mobility solution for long term use due to a more comfortable grip than standard walking crutches. The forearm part of the Forearm Walking Crutch helps you stabilize yourself while using less pressure on your hands, thus creating the most comfortable grip.

Forearm Crutch Features :

• It is used by slipping the arm into a cuff and holding the grip.
• This crutch is designed for long-term use
• Aluminium tube height is adjustable
• It has comfortable hand grip
• Gives a very firm and secure support to the user
• Comfortable hand grip
• Karma Forearm Crutch is made of an aluminum tube with plastic arm cuff
• Forearm crutches are crutches with a cuff at the top to go around the forearm.

Benefits of forearm crutches over underarm crutches :

There must be something to the fact that forearm crutches are the preferred walking aid among long term crutch users. Or, just ask anyone that has had to endure the use of underarm crutches for more than a couple of weeks, and most will tell of a painful and sometimes debilitating experience. From armpits rubbed raw to major wrist pain and in some cases, permanent nerve damage, Pediatric Crutches can at times cause more harm than the original injury. However, underarm crutches are still a common walking aid and for some, may be their only option.

The good news is, forearm crutches are an amazing solution and can prevent the pain, discomfort and injuries caused by underarm crutches. Yes, they can take a bit more time to adapt to and in the case of non-weight bearing applications, are typically best suited for more active individuals. Nevertheless, the pros far outweigh any cons and everyone requiring crutches should experience forearm crutches for themselves.

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Choosing the Correct Quadripod Walking Aid for Patients

Walking sticks improves a person’s mobility. It helps people of all ages to maintain a healthier and active lifestyle. It can benefit a person’s health by giving them better balance. It lessens the stress on the body and relieves join pain. Elderly use it to move around better and for the things they need to do. It can give a person more confidence and is beneficial for people of all ages. It minimizes weight from the legs, back, knees, hips and ankles and makes feel less tired and more energized in day to day activities. As people get older, they become more likely to have difficulty walking independently, and the risk of falls increases. The appropriate use of walking aids can help provide stability and safety in some elderly people with mobility problems. Mobility aids include canes, crutches, and walkers.

Mobility Aid are adaptive equipment devices used to increase independent mobility for special needs children and adults with disabilities or are recovering from injury. Variety of mobility aids, from pediatric rollators to walkers and crutches that provide the opportunity for improved walking ability.

Vissco Invalid U-Shape Quadripod Walking Stick

• Our Price :Rs 638

Need a helping hand when you walk around? The Invalid quadripod walking stuck u shape is widely used for greater balance as weight is also applied. It helps direct load through the arms and the walking aid, lowering the impact and static forces transmitted to the affected limbs.

WHEN TO USE

Impaired balance Walking Disorders Injury or disorder of spine Stroke Chronic osteoarthritis of knee.

Vissco Invalid U-Shape Quadripod Walking Stick Features

• Rigid Support  
• Universal Fit 
• Adjustable Support 

Walking aids are developed to provide comfort to people who experience discomfort and pain while walking. Walking Stick Quad Foot are walking aids designed to give stability to physically challenged and old individuals. These sticks are made from special grade aluminum, which provides strong support while walking. These sticks have features low metal bases, and comfortable hand grips. Most designs have lock pin height features, which helps to adjust the stick to a comfortable height.

• Our Price :Rs 750

Benefits of Quadripod Walking Sticks

• Lightweight
• Broad Base with four legs that provides good stability
• Anti-slip Properties

Quadripod Walking Stick

• Aluminum tubing with steel welded low base
• Comfortable hand grip
• Height adjustable: 71.5-94.3cm
• Base size: 18-22cm

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