Size guide
Many people get confused when faced with choosing the size of a walking stick.
In reality, however, it is quite simple to find the right size of a cane.
You just need to know the basic principles to get the correct measurements.
With this size guide, you can easily measure up to your cane at home.
To measure a cane completely correctly, it is always recommended to be two people.
Find your size
Prepare yourself
Make sure you wear comfortable clothes and shoes that you would normally wear when walking. This ensures that the cane is suitable for your daily use. Stand on a hard, flat surface to get the most accurate measurements.
Position
Stand up straight with your shoulders relaxed and arms hanging naturally down your sides. You must not use force to extend your arms.
Measure
Ask your helper to measure the distance from the floor to the crease of your wrist. This point is where the top of the cane should be when held with a slightly bent arm.
Choose your size
Choose a walking stick whose length corresponds exactly to the measurement from the floor to your wrist. If your measurement is between two sizes, choose the size that is closest to your actual measurement.
Measuring walking stick size alone
Although it is ideal to have another person help you measure the size of a walking stick, you can do it alone if necessary
- Stand Upright: Stand up straight next to a large mirror so that you can see your full body reflection. This will help you estimate the length of the stick in relation to your body.
- Position your arm correctly: Let your arm rest naturally along the side of your body with a slightly bent elbow (about 15 to 20 degrees).
- Pencil marking: Use your one arm to make a small mark on the wall straight from the top of your wrist bone.
- Measure the height: Use a tape measure to measure the distance from the floor to the mark.
If you already have a cane
If you already have a cane, it is very easy to find the right length. You simply measure the length from the top of the stick's handle to the floor.
If your old cane fits you perfectly, then you now have the correct measurements for your new walking stick.
Quick tips
For 98% of people, the correct size walking stick will be within a few centimeters of half their height. Therefore, take the person's height in centimeters and divide it by two. If you order the stick a bit too big, it is not wrong, but remember that a walking stick can always be shortened, but never lengthened.
Measure twice and cut once!