Flex Stick Walking Cane: Stability On All Surfaces
Ian C. Langtree - Writer/Editor for Disabled World (DW)
Published: 2010/08/05 - Updated: 2025/01/25
Publication Type: Product Release, Update
Category Topic: Mobility Walking Aids - Academic Publications
Page Content: Synopsis - Introduction - Main
Synopsis: This product review introduces the Flex-stick, a free-standing, tripod-based walking cane designed to enhance stability throughout the normal gait cycle. Its three spring-loaded legs independently adjust to changes in both the angle of the cane and uneven ground surfaces, providing users with improved balance and support. The lightweight design and aesthetic appeal make it an attractive option for individuals seeking a more stable and user-friendly walking aid - Disabled World (DW).
Introduction
The flexSTICK allows the user to maintain a normal gait, rolling thru the normal gait cycle, walking heel to toe. Designed to enhance mobility the US patent pending Flex-stick is a free-standing, tripod based walking cane that 'enhances stability throughout the normal gait cycle', so says, Marketing VP, Jamie Jordan.
Main Content
What makes the flex-stick unique is its three spring-loaded legs are independently capable of reacting to changes in both the angle of the cane and also with uneven ground surfaces. The base and leg bodies are extremely light weight and designed with both function and aesthetics in mind. The legs absorb the impact of the ground as you walk protecting your hand, wrist, arm, shoulder and back from the repetitive impact & pain often associated with cane use.
Each leg of the cane adjusts to variations of surfaces such as brick, stone, grass, uneven or cracked pavement, gravel, and rough dirt terrain, allowing you to remain confident in your stability and balance.
"I was frustrated with my patients' use and misuse of four legged quad-cane", so says company President and Physical Therapist, Randy Misenheimer. "After years of watching people struggle with their existing canes, I thought, There just has to be a better way. Thus, the flex-stick has come to be after several years of development. It is also exciting that users of single point canes love the flex-stick as well, because it stands by its self and is attractive and light weight."
The resulting product is a walking cane that is free-standing, attractive, and enhances the users' ability to safely interact with the world.
Author Credentials: Ian is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Disabled World, a leading resource for news and information on disability issues. With a global perspective shaped by years of travel and lived experience, Ian is a committed proponent of the Social Model of Disability-a transformative framework developed by disabled activists in the 1970s that emphasizes dismantling societal barriers rather than focusing solely on individual impairments. His work reflects a deep commitment to disability rights, accessibility, and social inclusion. To learn more about Ian's background, expertise, and accomplishments, visit his full biography.