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dbrister
Sex: F
Data Quality: 2 stars
MS: 8 yrs
Type: Relapsing-Remitting
Sensation: Moderate
Overall: Mild
Cognition: moderate
Vision: moderate
Speech: mild
Swallowing: mild
Upper limb: moderate
Walking: mild
dbrister
Female, 41 years
Waynesville, MO
Primary Condition
MS and 2 more
Type
Relapsing-Remitting
First symptom
Diagnosis
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dbrister's Quad Cane is for:

dbrister has not reported any side effects for Quad Cane.

dbrister's Quad Cane History (Stopped)
Quad Cane (walking stick/cane)
Daily Aug 21 - Oct 19, 2007
Stopped Personal research Oct 19, 2007
Evaluations
Date Dosage Walking problems Perceived effectiveness Side Effects Adherence Burden
Oct 19, 2007 Daily Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4Led_efficacy_4 NoneNoneNoneNone AlwaysAlwaysAlwaysAlways Not at allNot at allNot at allNot at all
Date
Oct 19, 2007
Advice & Tips
Try out different handle types and styles, especially if you have sensory problems with your hands. Different quad canes have different weights, Heavy canes can be burdensome if you are weak. This can also affect your coordination, I got my foot tangled up in the quad foot multiple times.

About Quad Cane (Equipment)

A walking stick or cane is a tool used by many people to assist walking. It may be used to assist with balance, or to bear weight taking pressure off of muscles. There are many different styles to suit individual needs and preferences.

Learn more about Quad Cane in our Quad Cane Community Report.