I use a rolling Walker with a seat. It really helps.

I use a cane . my husband says I should get a quad cane cause i keep knocking it on the floor when i sit down. It does help me with balance and takes the pressure off my sciactica when i walk.

I use a stick all the time when out and it has saved me few times from falling so it is a confidence booster

So when you say walking stick do you mean what I call a cane? I'm asking because I met a guy with a walking stick that was as tall as he was. He chose it because that way he stood straight and didn't bend over as he might with a cane. If you could maybe that would help you.

I have used canes and now moved onto crutches as the canes just aren’t enough for bad days but I also want to try walking and have the security of using upper body to help when my knees give up (also getting a telescopic folding stool to attach to my backpack so I can rest when needed but not carry a big chair around). I find the Flexyfoot ferrules really help with shock absorption. I won’t use any other type. I’ve just purchased their crutches with ergonomic handles and closed cuffs so hoping they really make a difference (not yet arrived) as the NHS crutches are awful! I’m only 41 and so when I gave in and started using a cane I pimped it with black velvet and diamantés to make it different and not something seen with an OAP or anywhere really! I also had to get a mobility scooter as I can no longer walk further than down my road so that has helped but also comes with it’s limitations and issues so it’s really hard when your mobility and pride is hit so hard.
Hope this helps 😊