Dear LPG,

I am quite short as people go, and having had problems with my knees in the past, I found it good to have a walking cane at the ready although I can’t remember using it much.

 Lately though, I am finding that I need to rely on it more often, but using it is quite uncomfortable.  I opted for one of the telescopic ones so that I can put it in my handbag when I go out but it is somewhat longer than I need it to be for comfort.  I took the advice of a friend who told me to take my problem to the internet and I found out that there is a science to measuring the right height for your walking stick?

I would like to pass that information on to any reader planning to invest.

Did you know that continuous use of a stick that is not the right height for you could result in back pain and change your posture for the worse?

The process involves the person standing with hands by their sides and the stick needing to be the same height as their wrist when they adopt the position.  If you are really short like me it will also involve a saw and an expert cutter.  My telescopic walking stick is made of metal and even if it were wood I would have a problem sawing the bottom off straight.

Can I also remind you about the importance of replacing the ferrule securely (►►►).   This link will take you to a site where you can learn all that you need to know to make sure you are measured up properly.   (►►►)

JE, Grove Park.