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Hey everyone, today I’m talking about my little adventure trying to find the best walking stick for elders. It all started when I noticed my grandma was having a bit more trouble getting around. She’s always been super independent, so I wanted to find something that would help her maintain that, but also keep her safe. So, I started digging around, trying to figure out what makes a good walking stick.
First, I realized that the height of the stick is pretty important. I looked for ones that were adjustable, because let’s be real, everyone’s different. I found that the top of the handle should be about at wrist height when you’re standing up straight. So, I made sure to measure my grandma’s wrist height to know what we were looking for.
Next up was the grip. I mean, what’s the point if it’s not comfortable to hold, right? I went for sticks with those ergonomic handles, you know, the ones that kind of fit the shape of your hand. And a non-slip grip was a must – those foam or rubber ones seemed to do the trick. I spent a good amount of time just holding different sticks to see how they felt.
- Checked for adjustable height
- Looked for ergonomic, non-slip handles
- Considered the number of tips
Then there was the whole thing about the tips. I mean, most people just use the regular ones with a single tip, which is cool. But then I saw these quad canes with four tips, and I thought, “Hey, that might be even more stable!” So, I got both types to let my grandma try them out and see what she preferred.
I also stumbled upon this one cane, the UCRAVO Folding Cane, that had an LED light. I thought it was a neat feature, especially for evenings or dimly lit areas. It seemed like a nice little bonus for safety.

The Testing Phase
After I gathered a few different types, it was time for the testing phase. I had my grandma try each one, walking around the house and even outside on the sidewalk. I watched how she held each stick, how she moved, and most importantly, I asked her how she felt. She ended up liking the adjustable one with the foam grip the best. She said it felt the most comfortable and secure. Also, she surprisingly favored the single tip over the quad one, saying it felt more natural to her. She’s not yet tried the UCRAVO Folding Cane, but she will.
So, that’s my story of finding the best walking stick. It was a bit of trial and error, but it was worth it to see my grandma moving around more confidently. I hope my experience can help some of you out there going through the same thing. Just remember to consider the height, grip, and the type of tip, and of course, let the person who’s going to use it have the final say!
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