Walking aids

No, I've not, I don't think, silver.
I shall put it on my "to do" list, thank you.

I’ve just seen how much they are currently charging; I’m certain that I payed £40 less than that.

Have you been in touch with the community occupational health service? They used to and assume still assess homes for equipment aids etc both indoors and out and you would not have to buy them yourself. Think you can self refer.

I’ve got this.
It’s pretty damn perfect, but it’s quite pricey
Able Life Space Saver Walker,... www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0026IBSUU?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share&tag=gransnetforum-21

She doesn't need one.
She nips about here, there, and everywhere!

It's a tri walker I'm thinking of, apparently.
No seat, because I'd never get up again!

Oh, too late, you have moved on from sticks. If your neighbour has one why not have a go indoors and see how you feel.

I recently had to use a stick/s fir walking post hip op which helped, but have always used two poles fir proper walking ( distances). They should be the right length fir height ( right angle at elbow).

They give support and confidence as well as an extra ‘Leg’ fir balance. Two is better than one but more awkward shopping etc, so one is better than none. Good luck

I'm trying to.
Think positive!!

I need to get out, so it must be done, I think.

Do not feel miserable - grasp this new chance to be out and about more. Look at it in a positive light.

Which hand do you use for the stick? I was told if your right leg is bad use the left hand.Is this right?

I think I need more than a stick, a rollator type of thing, perhaps?
When I worked in care homes the residents often called them their bikes. [smiles]

I have to rest, (a lot!) so I'm not sure a stick would be man enough for me to lean heavily on.

I do feel quite miserable about the idea, I have to say, as daft as it is.

I’ve used walking aids on and off ever since my brain injury 20+ years ago. The type depends on my ability which varies from day to day. I can only use one hand so walking frames and wheeled walkers are out. I can’t carry a big heavy stick. I use a lightweight trekking stick with a t shaped handle most of the time, and a trekking pole on days when my balance is very bad.

Don’t bother with a cheap flowery folding one, they don’t give enough support and are liable to fold up if you lean on them. Good folding sticks will lock in place.

I never wanted to use any kind of aid, especially as I was younger than most other neuro patients. However, it was that or never go out. They are and aid, to enable you, and that can only be a good thing.

A little tip ...... when I knew I would be stuck with a stick, I made the decision to always hold my head up high and walk tall, rather than bending over the stick.

I have a flexifoot stick - they are excellent. They have a bendy rubber ferrule which follows the lie of the land, so that whether you are going up or down hill or on the flat, the base of the stick is always firmly on the ground. A bit like suspension on a car. They are also shock-absorbing so a more comfortable walk.
flexyfoot.com/pages/walking-sticks

I also have a rollator and it is very useful, but I cannot get it into the car myself.