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I am 5'3. Anyone know what height my cane should be? also when did everyone start walking without a limp? and what helped? I use one crutch with no limping. but cant walk without it.
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barbara54201 tara00003
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hi tara
i cant suggest height of cane but check with physio. i would say height of hand piece on crutch .
i used 2 crutches for walking outdoors eg up to 3 km and upto 4 and half weeks after op. Then i used my treking poles which id used for walking hiking before to reduce pain.
a very useful post here for me was saying to use both crutches and practise walking without limp- heel to toe etc. I have let my body say when im ready for walking and other activities. At 5 weeks i can walk without limp if i concentrate and go up and down stairs normally. i have been out on my electric bike for short ride on track and stood and paddled my SuP briefly.
I you should go with your body . good luck
best wishes
Healthybon tara00003
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You can go into a medical supply store and they can show you the right length for your cane.
carol94318 tara00003
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physio adjusted my cane for me. had me put my arm down to my side and adjusted it to my wrist height. I actually had it set too high. I too am curious about when will no longer limp. I am just over 6 weeks post op and am driving walking around house without cane (limping unless I really concentrate), but dont limp while using my cane. I have a feeling that it has something to do with the strength of the muscles that have been so neglected while we are in pain and then beaten up in surgery. I am committed to exercise and staying with physio to get to a normal gait. Good luck with your recovery.
HLMUK tara00003
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Hi Tara, wrist height is correct, when you flatten your hand out the handle should reach around the bottom of thumb/wrist bone. I bought a collapsable one so that if I didn't need it, it folds away and you an put it in your bag
jen86183 tara00003
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The physio will put it to the correct height Tara when they give them to you, you will know yourself anyway. You need to stand straight and not bend over.