What is Walking Stick/Cane?
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A walking stick or cane is a tool used by many people to assist walking. It may be used to assist with balance, or to bear weight taking pressure off of muscles. There are many different styles to suit individual needs and preferences.
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How do members experience Walking Stick/Cane?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balance problems | 1,143 | 811 | |
| Improve mobility | 503 | 388 | |
| Stiffness/spasticity | 450 | 497 | |
| Walking problems | 195 | 59 | |
| Fatigue | 101 | 26 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Pain in shoulder(s) | 15 | |
| Back pain | 9 | |
| Social anxiety | 7 | |
| Falls | 5 | |
| Pain | 5 | |
| Joint pain in hands | 4 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 6 | |
| Moderate | 33 | |
| Mild | 91 | |
| None | 1,147 |
Member evaluations
murrayPD
evaluated on May 22, 2017
- Perceived effectiveness for stiffness/spasticity: Moderate
- Side effects: None
Ronnell0053
evaluated on Mar 04, 2018
- Perceived effectiveness for balance problems: Major
- Side effects: None
Supreme123
evaluated on Jan 08, 2018
- Perceived effectiveness for balance problems: Can't tell
- Side effects: Mild
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