BIOS Living Derby Cane

The BIOS Living Derby Cane is BIOS Medical's wide-circumference derby cane. Westin Healthcare sells it and delivers it for homes in Brampton and the Greater Toronto Area. BIOS prints a 33 to 37 inch (84 to 94 cm) height, 1 inch (2.5 cm) steps, a 300 lb (136 kg) rating, and a wrist strap.

This is the BIOS derby. It is not the J-handle, the orthopedic cane, or the offset cane. BIOS writes that the wide derby is easy for cramped fingers to grip.

Who this cane is for

BIOS writes that a standard cane is for general support, and that this derby handle, with a wide circumference, is easy for cramped fingers to grip. Families here usually call when they want that rounded grip in a Brampton or GTA home.

BIOS does not tell a reader to pick a derby over a J-handle or an offset. A clinician decides which handle fits. Westin does not give medical advice.

• A wide derby handle BIOS rates at 300 lb (136 kg)
• A 33 to 37 inch (84 to 94 cm) push-button post
• Three colours: Black 56011, Blue BD785, Red BD784

Fit and height

BIOS prints a handle height of 33 to 37 inches (84 to 94 cm) in 1 inch (2.5 cm) steps. BIOS says to let the hands hang at the sides, then pick the push-button hole that puts the handle at wrist level. A bend in the elbow is fine. BIOS also writes that a health care professional should size a mobility cane, and that a second person may help.

Come into a Brampton or Toronto store with the shoes the person will wear and we will set the post.

Handle, tip, and base

The handle is a derby with a wide circumference. BIOS says that shape is easy for cramped fingers to grip. A wrist strap is included. This is not a crook and it is not an offset shaft.

The foot is a single rubber tip. This cane does not fold. BIOS sells replacement tips in 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, and 1 inch, plus a 56032 ice-pick tip. BIOS does not print which size fits this shaft. Bring the old tip or the cane if you need a match.

Weight and portability

BIOS does not print a unit weight on the derby card. The carton is a walking-stick box, not freight. We still bring it in and set the height if you want setup in Brampton or the GTA.

BIOS Living Derby Cane specifications

These figures are for the BIOS Living Derby Cane as printed on the current BIOS card. The specification tab holds the stored values.

Handle height 33 to 37 inches (84 to 94 cm). Steps 1 inch (2.5 cm). Weight capacity 300 lb (136 kg). Material lightweight aluminum. Handle wide derby. Wrist strap included. Colours Black 56011, Blue BD785, Red BD784. Warranty 1 year.

Colours

Use Choose Color to pick Black, Blue, or Red. BIOS maps those to 56011, BD785, and BD784.

Cane handle types

A derby is a wide rounded grip. A J-handle is a crook that hangs on a forearm. An offset handle sets the shaft under the hand. An orthopedic handle is an angled soft grip. BIOS sells each of those as its own SKU set. They are not colourways of one cane.

If you want the foam J crook, look at the BIOS Living J-Handle Cane. If you want the shaft under the hand, look at the BIOS Living Offset Cane. If you want the angled soft grip, look at the BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane.

Funding help for a cane or crutches in Ontario

Ontario's Assistive Devices Program (ADP) does not fund standard canes or crutches, so plan around other routes. Funding that may help instead: March of Dimes Canada, Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC), extended health plans, and community programs. Westin Healthcare's staff work with these programs every week and will point you to the right route for your situation. Visit our funding page or call (905) 451-7743 to talk it through before you buy.

Delivery and setup in Brampton and the GTA

Westin's own team delivers and sets up this cane across Brampton and the Greater Toronto Area. We bring it in and set the height before we leave.

We have three stores in the Brampton and Toronto area if you would rather see a cane first. For a scheduled in-home setup, call (905) 451-7743 and we will book the next date that works. Same-day delivery is offered through our hospital bed rental service; purchased walking aids are delivered and set up on a scheduled date.

This is a compact carton. The Canada-wide free ground-shipping offer on smaller goods can apply when it ships on its own. Inside Toronto and the GTA, White-Glove Delivery (bring-in, unwrap, test, take packaging away) is described on the shipping policy. Any charge is confirmed on your order.

Related walking aids from Westin

• BIOS Living J-Handle Cane, a foam J crook that hangs on a forearm
• BIOS Living Offset Cane, an offset handle with the shaft under the hand
• BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane, an angled soft-grip handle at 265 lb

Service and warranty

When something on the cane needs work, you call the shop that set it up. Westin Healthcare has a service and repairs department. Our technicians come to the home or workplace.

BIOS manufacturer warranty

BIOS prints a 1 year warranty on the derby cane for the original purchaser. Wear parts such as tips sit outside that term. We handle the claim with you. Ask us if an extended warranty is offered for your order.

Frequently asked questions

How Tall Should A Cane Be?

The BIOS Living Derby Cane adjusts from 33 to 37 inches (84 to 94 cm). BIOS says to set the handle at wrist level with the arm at the side. We set that height in the store or at delivery.

What Is A Derby Cane?

The BIOS Living Derby Cane is a wide-circumference derby on an aluminum post. BIOS writes that the wide derby is easy for cramped fingers to grip. A wrist strap is included.

Derby Cane Or J-Handle Cane?

The BIOS Living Derby Cane is a wide rounded grip, SKUs 56011, BD785, and BD784. The BIOS Living J-Handle Cane is a foam crook that hangs on a forearm. They are different BIOS products.

What Is The Weight Capacity Of This Derby Cane?

The BIOS Living Derby Cane is rated at 300 lb (136 kg) on the BIOS derby card. Stay at or under that rating.

Does The BIOS Living Derby Cane Fold?

No. The BIOS Living Derby Cane is a straight aluminum post with a derby handle. BIOS does not print a fold on this model.

What Colours Does The BIOS Living Derby Cane Come In?

The BIOS Living Derby Cane comes in Black 56011, Blue BD785, and Red BD784. Use Choose Color to pick one.

Does The Derby Cane Include A Wrist Strap?

Yes. BIOS prints a wrist strap on the BIOS Living Derby Cane.

How Do I Replace A Cane Tip?

The BIOS Living Derby Cane uses a single rubber tip. BIOS sells replacement tips in 5/8, 3/4, 7/8, and 1 inch. BIOS does not print which size fits this shaft. Bring the old tip or the cane so we can match it.

Can Funding Help With A Cane In Ontario?

Some Ontario routes can help with mobility equipment when the need is long-term and an assessment supports it. Eligibility depends on the person's situation. Call (905) 451-7743 or use the funding page before you buy.

What Is The Warranty On The BIOS Living Derby Cane?

BIOS prints a 1 year warranty on the derby cane. Westin Healthcare processes the claim with you.