| How to use a walking stick really depends on the | | | | on that side. The important thing you have to |
| specific aid you have. Techniques for using a hiking | | | | remember is to keep your weight off of the weak leg. |
| stick vary depending on the stick's design, the stick's | | | | You should make sure you put your cane at a good |
| size, and its purpose. If you are planning on using hiking | | | | distance away from you when you take a step, but |
| sticks for fitness, like Nordic poles and trekking poles, | | | | you should not stretch it too far, or you might slip and |
| they are usually specially designed for specific | | | | injure yourself. You should also make sure your hiking |
| techniques and will typically come with directions for | | | | stick is firmly on the ground in a stable position before |
| proper use. If you are using a stick because you have | | | | you take your next step with your stronger leg. |
| a weak or injured leg, you need to make sure you use | | | | Since how to use a walking stick depends on the |
| it properly so your weak or injured leg does not get | | | | walking stick that you use, it is a good idea to look up |
| worse. | | | | specific techniques for the specific stick you have or |
| Basically you should make sure that you put your | | | | are thinking about purchasing. There are many |
| weight on your strong leg and do not stress your | | | | different websites that can give tips on how to use |
| weak or injured leg while using your cane. Make sure | | | | your walking stick properly. Or, you could ask your |
| you use your stick on the side that is weak or injured, | | | | physician the proper way to use a walking aid, or just |
| even if you would not naturally use the walking stick | | | | purchase a walking aid, or aids, that include instructions. |