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How to Use a Cane - On Floor and Stairs

Registered physiotherapists show you safe and proper techniques for using a cane. See tips on cane use on the floor, and going up and down stairs. Hi, my name is Adam Brown and I am a Physiotherapist with Therapia. A cane can be an excellent way to take pressure off of an injured limb and help prevent a fall. Today we are going to cover the proper use of a cane on flat ground, and while climbing stairs. The first thing to consider is that your cane is adjusted to the appropriate height. The handle of your cane should line up with the crease between your hand and forearm. FLAT GROUND The cane is used in the opposite arm of the limb you want to take pressure off of ensuring a wide base of support for better balance. The goal is to have a normal walking pattern, with the cane and injured limb always moving together. STAIRS When negotiating stairs, a common phrase taught to patients is “the good leg leads to heaven and the bad leg leads to hell”. This means that the good leg always goes first when climbing stairs and the injured leg always goes first when descending stairs. As always, the cane and injured leg move together. Going Up Stairs Voice-Over: Start by putting the strong leg on the first stair. Step onto the strong leg and bring the cane and injured leg up to meet it. This cycle simply repeats until you reach the top! Going Up Stairs Using a Railing When there is a railing available you may wish to take advantage of it. To do this, simply grip teh cane with the opposite arm. The cane still moves with the injured limb and the railing can be used for additional support. Going Down Stairs Begin by standing on the strong leg and lowering the cane and injured limb to the stair. Once you have the cane firmly planted on the lower stair you can move the strong leg down to meet them. This cycle repeats until you are down the stairs. OTHER TIPS · Always keep stairs and hallways in your home free from clutter. · When you sit down, keep your cane within arm’s reach. · Do your best to keep the floor clean and dry to ensure good traction. Your Therapia physiotherapists will be happy to review these skills with you to ensure you are safe in your home while using your cane.