There is no point in having a suitable elderly mobility aid when it is not in good working order.
Hospital staff frequently see members of the public walking in with walking canes and frames that have the rubber stoppers completely worn through. This leaves the metal frame in direct contact with the floor.On hard surfaces this offers very little grip and greatly increase the risk of falls.
It is not worth risking your safety for a $1 piece of rubber. Most people don't realize the rubber on a walking frame has worn through but it only takes a second to look and check its condition. With walking canes the situation is even more risky.
Be sensible, check your equipment, and stay safe.
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