How to Convert Quad Cane to Single

A variety of medical conditions from post-surgery recuperation to broken limbs require the use of a cane. The four legged "quad cane" has become one of the most popular types, preferred for its versatility and stable distribution of weight among its four legs. However, a quad cane is not always the right type of cane for every purpose. Sometimes a single-legged cane is needed. With the right equipment and technique, you can convert a quad cane into a single-legged cane.

Things You'll Need

• Single-footed adjustable cane leg

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Instructions

• 1

  Unscrew the fastener mechanism from the base of the quad cane. Twisting fasteners are unscrewed by turning the ring at the base of the cane and wingnut fasteners are removed by turning the nut at the base of the cane counter-clockwise.

• 2

  Remove the original adjustable leg from the quad cane.

• 3

  Insert the single-footed adjustable cane leg into the quad cane.

• 4

  Secure the single-footed adjustable cane leg by turning the fastener mechanism at the base of the cane.