How to Properly Use a Cane! | Dr. Ben PT

*MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: All information and content presented in this video are for educational and informational purposes only. The information presented here is not intended to be and should not be used as a substitute for any professional medical services and/or consultation provided by your physician, physical therapist, or other health care provider. By watching this video, you agree that neither Dr. Ben PT, nor Physio Rising LLC, shall not be held liable or responsible for any injuries, damages, or losses that may come as a result of relying on the information or following any actions contained in this video. Always consult with a professional health care provider before beginning any exercise or balance routine, and also before making any decisions about your health, medical diagnoses and treatments.
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Join me in this video where I show you 3 things:
1) How to actually adjust your cane height
2) How to know how tall it should be for you!
3) How to actually walk with the cane
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These helpful tips will be useful for you whether you are recovering from hip or knee surgery, or if you're experiencing pain in your legs and are using a cane to help you walk!

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Dr. Ben is a practicing physical therapist in New England. He attended Boston University for undergraduate studies and then finished his graduate studies at Sacred Heart University.

After receiving his Doctorate of Physical Therapy, he was accepted into an Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency Program, where he specialized his training to better help others. Since then, he has been on a journey of learning and discovery in helping people with his knowledge and compassion as a Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist in Physical Therapy.

[DrBenPT]

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[judyward]

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! I have had a cane for over 12 months and today I have finally adjusted it properly and find out I have been using it on the wrong side all this time. Walking had been such a chore, my back and shoulder ached and even the good leg was getting sore. It will take a little practice to get used to using my cane properly after all this time but it sure makes walking a heck of a lot easier. 😂 Been doing circuits of the house and I feel like I am walking normally not like a crippled up old woman like before. It makes me feel 20 years younger.
Wow, thank you so much.❤

[OldGuy]

This is the best tutorial I have found! I have lumbar stenosis (on top of two replaced knees) and the pain has been moving down and now involves the hip. You cleared up the big question of which side to use the cane but you also explained the why. Thank you.
You should do more videos. You are a natural teacher.

[babystepsgarden]

Thank you! This helped me so much! I had Achilles tendon surgery yesterday. My walker will not arrive until Tuesday. I can now adjust my cane correctly, and walk with it correctly (only to the bathroom for the first couple of days though). You have been a huge blessing to me! May God bless you abundantly. Again, thank you. ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙌🙌🙌

[ajpeterson]

Dr Ben, Thank you SO much!
I am a 74 year old gentleman that has just begun to experience balance and stability problems in the past year. I have been active all my life but have fallen twice in the past 6 months, Physical Therapy has helped (some of your exercises are familiar to me 🙂). I will now be practicing your balance exercises from Part 1 & 2... I watched your video on use of a cane because I am the type of guy that is always planning ahead. I will watch your new videos after I make more progress with Part 1 & 2. Thanks again!

[emilystermer]

Great how to video. Very helpful. Thsnks

[violetromic]

Can’t thank you enough, I’ve learned so much. You’ve answered many of my questions and concerns.

[pacogonzales]

I had a stroke that affected my left side. My left side is my weak side. My PTs told me that I should have the cane in my right side because it is like having a second right leg. Accurate and good advice.

[florenceledgister]

Thank you x3 Dr. Ben I acquired a cane fairly recently and was unsure of most of the points you covered. It feels comfy but will check that elbow curve, etc. Boy I feel refreshed. Thanks again 🤗

[richlovin]

I have started using a cane after a mild stroke Your advice is very helpful. Thanks.

[mariarevoy]

Thank you Dr, Ben, I never knew how to ajust my can the rigth way.

[RobertPRoach]

😀Robert P Roach
Dr. Ben, thank you very much for your advice.
It follows what I have been shown in therpy for ballance for someone with Parkinsins disease, plus some additinal ones.The original therapy helped me a great deal, but has seemed to have warren off somewhat. I hope that your additinal exersises will help me out.

[kmheltman]

Thanks, that was so helpful because I have looked at other videos and each one has had a different walking pattern. You clarified it all by explaining they are all correct, just used in different phases of your ability. Well done!

[jrzzrj]

👍..Great video. Altho I do not need to use a cane yet, I have one (like yours) on hand, just in case. I am 79 and so far, so good with walking. I notice balance getting out of wack a bit and the cane will be a blessing sometime soon. Thank you.

[JanetFoy]

This is a great tutorial. Thank you u so much. I am preparing fir hip replacement surgery in a few days abd u wanted to see how to use a cane properly. I have been using a cane but. Ever really got the hang of properly using it or walking with it. Thank you so much this is very helpful 😊

[catseyesmidnight]

Thank you Dr. Ben! I just popped my knee for the first time, I’ve never used a cane, but, a friend gave me one awhile back. Now I’m having to figure out how to use it, grateful to find your excellent advice.

[LauraMonteros]

Thanks! I just got a cane to help when my knee is acting up. This video is very helpful. I am very short--about 4'10.5"--so even on the shortest setting (33") the cane may be a bit high. It feels comfortable, though.

[haryantisetiawan]

Very helpful video, now I know how to use my cane, after surgery 2 months ago I am still using the walker..
Thank you very much Dr. Ben 🙏🏻

[ellendodge]

Thank you so much for this exceptional video! It was so carefully done. I especially liked your choice of a hallway for the demonstration. I generally use an Upwalker, but find a cane to be handy if going into a restaurant, etc. I found out I’ve been using my cane in the wrong way! Thank you for showing me the proper way to use it.

[AuthorBrittanyWang]

Thanks for another informative and helpful video!!