Getting around is taken for granted by most of us, it isn't until it is taken away that it is realized how necessary it is. The human body after about the age of seventy or so begins to decline in strength and function. The muscles get weaker and the ability to balance is decreased. Many other organs go into decline as well, this has a lot to do with years of use as well as changes in hormones and other factors. Once something happens to a lower extremity joint, such as the hip, knee, or ankle there can be treatment at an Osteo Relief Institute center if it is caused by Arthritis. Often there is a slip or a fall that causes an acute injury, where immediate medical attention should be sought after. The doctor will treat the area appropriately and eventually one might need to use some type of mobility aid to get around. The best thing is to continue to move, keep pushing on and not give up. Being too dependent on a walking aid could end up weakening the entire musculoskeletal system, increasing the odds of a second fall; something that is never desired.
Depending on how straight a person can stand and move forward will determine what is needed for assistance. If things are pretty good then a basic cane can get the job done, however a quad cane covers extra area at the bottom to make sure there is no slippage, well suited if conditions are a bit worse off. Walkers have wheels positioned in the perfect spot and hand rests that really take a lot of stress off the entire body. They are to be used if there is a serious concern of not being able to balance while moving or standing still. A family member or friend should always be around in case there is an emergency.