Proper Height for Cane or Walker

To adjust a cane properly, the handgrip should be at the level of the wrist. This will allow for the correct amount of bend in the elbow during walking.

To adjust a walker properly, the handgrips should reach the level of the wrist. This will allow for the correct amount of bend in the elbows during walking.
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