Choosing the right walking stick or walking cane that aids you in your mobility is very important. A basic walking cane might be able to assist you in your quest for stability and balance, but there are several accessories that can help make your walking cane more specific to you. Many people do not know that walking canes can be altered to fit your needs and desires. If you plan to use your walking cane on a daily basis then it may well be worth a little time and effort to personalize it to your tastes. 1. A hand strap can add greatly to the comfort level of your walking cane. Some canes come already fitted with a hand strap, but one can easily be added, as there is most often a pre-drilled hole in the word where you can attach it. Adding a hand strap will give you greater control of your cane and can free up a hand when you are standing still and don't need it. 2. High visibility stickers can be added to your cane so that you are more visible to motorists, cyclists and pedestrians in poor light or at night. This is especially useful in some places where the cold winter months means that it gets dark very early. These can be purchased from specialist suppliers. alternatively, you can try your local bike shop, as cyclists commonly attach these stickers to their pedals for extra visibility. 3. The grip on the stick or cane is another key component. The handle and the grip on the handle is very important to your comfort. There are two basic types of handle: the "J" (sometimes called the "candy cane" and the "straight". A J handle is more appropriate if the cane will be bearing a lot of your weight or if you will be using your cane in the long term. The "straight" is more suitable if you will not be such a heavy user of your cane or walking stick. 4. Walking stick ferrules are another key component of your walking stick. These are the rubber or metal bits that attach to the bottom of your stick and can help with grip as well as preventing water getting into your stick and potentially weakening it so that it splits or breaks. Make sure you replace your walking stick ferrules regularly. FlexyFoot has developed a direct replacement for your old ferrule. The FlexyFoot ferrule brings many additional benefits over traditional ferrules, such as absorbing the shock of every step, offering superior grip and increasing your range of movement. To learn more about FlexyFoot ferrules, click on this link: FlexyFoot Walking Stick Ferrules