BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane

The BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane is BIOS Medical's angled soft-grip cane. Westin Healthcare sells it and delivers it for homes in Brampton and the Greater Toronto Area. BIOS prints a 31 to 39 inch (79 to 99 cm) height, 1 inch (2.5 cm) steps, a 265 lb (120 kg) rating, and one-button height adjustment.

This is the BIOS orthopedic cane. It is not the offset cane, the derby, or the J-handle. The rating is 265 lb (120 kg), not 300 lb. The handle is an angled soft grip, not a crook and not a derby.

Who this cane is for

BIOS writes that the angled soft grip will reduce stress on the user's wrist and hands, and that the one-button post is for anyone who has difficulty walking. Families here usually call when they want that angled grip in a Brampton or GTA home.

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

• An angled soft-grip handle BIOS rates at 265 lb (120 kg)
• A 31 to 39 inch (79 to 99 cm) one-button post
• Two colours: Black 56018 and Copper 56017

Fit and height

BIOS prints a handle height of 31 to 39 inches (79 to 99 cm) in 1 inch (2.5 cm) steps. That is a wider band than the 33 to 37 inch J-handle and derby. 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 an angled ergonomic soft grip. BIOS says that shape will reduce stress on the wrist and hands. BIOS does not print a wrist strap on this card.

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 orthopedic 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 Orthopedic Cane specifications

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

Handle height 31 to 39 inches (79 to 99 cm). Steps 1 inch (2.5 cm). Weight capacity 265 lb (120 kg). Material lightweight aluminum. Handle angled soft grip. One-button height. Colours Black 56018, Copper 56017. Warranty 1 year.

Colours

Use Choose Color to pick Black or Copper. BIOS maps those to 56018 and 56017.

Cane handle types

An orthopedic handle is an angled soft grip. An offset handle sets the shaft under the hand. A derby is a wide rounded grip. A J-handle is a crook that hangs on a forearm. BIOS sells each of those as its own SKU set. This orthopedic cane is also the only one in the six with a 265 lb rating.

If you want the 300 lb offset, look at the BIOS Living Offset Cane. If you want the wide derby, look at the BIOS Living Derby Cane. If you want the foam J crook, look at the BIOS Living J-Handle 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 Offset Cane, a 300 lb offset handle on a 31 to 39 inch post
• BIOS Living Derby Cane, a wide derby for cramped fingers
• BIOS Living J-Handle Cane, a foam J crook that hangs on a forearm

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 orthopedic 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 Orthopedic Cane adjusts from 31 to 39 inches (79 to 99 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 An Orthopedic Cane?

The BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane is an angled soft-grip handle on an aluminum post, SKUs 56018 and 56017. BIOS says the angled grip will reduce stress on the wrist and hands.

Orthopedic Cane Or Offset Cane?

The BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane is an angled soft grip rated at 265 lb (120 kg). The BIOS Living Offset Cane sets the shaft under the hand and is rated at 300 lb (136 kg). Both use a 31 to 39 inch post. They are different BIOS SKU sets.

What Is The Weight Capacity Of This Orthopedic Cane?

The BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane is rated at 265 lb (120 kg) on the BIOS orthopedic card. That is lower than the 300 lb rating on the BIOS J-handle, derby, offset, and quad. Stay at or under 265 lb.

Does The BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane Fold?

No. The BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane is a straight aluminum post with an angled soft grip. BIOS does not print a fold on this model.

What Colours Does The BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane Come In?

The BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane comes in Black 56018 and Copper 56017. Use Choose Color to pick one.

Does The Orthopedic Cane Include A Wrist Strap?

BIOS does not print a wrist strap on the BIOS Living Orthopedic Cane card. The derby and offset cards do print a strap.

How Do I Replace A Cane Tip?

The BIOS Living Orthopedic 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 Orthopedic Cane?

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