If you have difficulty with balance and mobility, a walker and a cane can help. Deciding between the two will depend on how much support you need, where and how you aim to use the device, and your ...

Q. My friend who is 84 years old has a chronic condition that affects her balance. Unfortunately, her condition is progressive. She is quite fashionable, well dressed and uses an elegant leucite cane.

People who need walkers are often reluctant to start using them because of stigma. A Colorado researcher has designed a walker she says has more appeal. Older people often struggle with their balance.

I have neuropathy in my legs. The toes in both feet are numb, and the neuropathy is slowly creeping up my right leg. As a result, I frequently lose my balance and have fallen on numerous occasions. My ...