How to Find Your Cane Height
The right height makes a cane feel steady and natural. The wrong one strains your wrist and shoulder. Getting it right takes two minutes — here's how.
Why the Right Height Matters
The right cane lets you stand tall. Too short makes you lean; too tall pushes your shoulder up.
The handle should sit exactly at the crease of your wrist when your arm hangs at your side.
Holding the cane, your elbow should bend just slightly — like resting your hand on a rail.
Measure in 3 Easy Steps
All you need is a helper and a tape measure. Wear the shoes you walk in most.
In your everyday shoes, stand tall with your arms hanging relaxed at your sides.
arms relaxed
Your helper finds the crease where your wrist meets your hand — that's the handle height.
wrist crease
Measure straight down from the wrist crease to the floor. That number is your cane height.
wrist to floor
No Tape Measure? Use Your Height
Type how tall you are and we'll recommend a size. It's based on average proportions — the wrist method above is even more exact.
Quick Reference Chart
Most folks land here. If you're between sizes, call us — we'll help you choose.
| Your Height | Cane Size |
|---|---|
| 5'4" – 5'7" | 34" |
| 5'8" – 5'11" | 36" (our most common) |
| 6'0" – 6'2" | 37" |
| 6'3" – 6'6" | 39" |
| Under 5'4" or over 6'6" | Custom — cut to your exact number |
Common Measuring Questions
Yes — the shoes you walk in most. Heels and thick soles change the number by half an inch or more.
That's exactly why the wrist-to-floor method beats height charts. Trust the tape measure over the chart.
Measure the arm that will hold the cane. Most people hold it on the side opposite the leg that needs support.
Yes. Choose Custom and type the exact number — we cut to the quarter inch.
Ready When You Are
Every cane ships free, and every height can be swapped free if it's not right.