I’d been recommended a sternum height cane, but I noticed it was pretty bad for my posture. I also wanted to switch to something lighter, because it really strains my wrist.
I got a slimline cane that’s a bit longer than armpit height and I have to say I’m very impressed with the difference.
My posture is better and my wrist is happier, but what I didn’t expect is that the fact that the added length let’s me walk faster, but also makes my fair intuitive and effortless, allowing me to swing in step, without a care in the world. My O&M instructor wanted me to walk slower, but that’s incredibly unnatural for me - I had to overthink each step.
I feel a lot more comfortable and confident now.
We try on a pair of shoes before we buy them. We try on coats and jackets and pants. Why don’t we get to try out canes?
I have had that chance, but that’s more my state does blind services right.