Independence becomes more elusive as we age. Time wears on our joints, weakens our muscles, and interferes with our sense of balance. Many of us need help walking at some point, but thankfully there ...

Mobility aids provide physical support and may reduce the risk of falls. Mobility aids are tools like canes, walkers, wheelchairs, and scooters that can provide essential support to older adults.

Dear Carol: My mom has always been a fashion slave. She’s looked young for her age from a distance due to rigorous weight control, but she’s recently been diagnosed with osteoporosis. Lately, she’s ...

In the Victorian Era, “canes were an essential part of gentleman’s attire.” At least that’s what it says on walkingcanes.com, a website designed to tell you everything you need to know about … yes, ...

If you have difficulty with balance and mobility, a walker and a cane can help. Deciding between the two will depend on how much support you need, where and how you aim to use the device, and your ...

Walkers and canes can help support older adults or those living with disabilities who have some balance and mobility. The choice of a cane vs. a walker depends on the degree of support a person needs, ...

(Reuters Health) - One quarter of older Americans use mobility devices like canes, walkers or wheelchairs, according to a new study, but those who use a cane have a much greater fear of falling. Cane ...

On this week's "My Unsung Hero" from Hidden Brain, Brian Perkins' severe arthritis requires him to use a cane. A woman offered kind words after running into him. Time now for "My Unsung Hero," our ...

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WeWalk introduced a new version of its smart cane for people with visual impairments at CES 2025, bringing a redesign that addresses many of the first model’s shortcomings and adds AI features and ...