A quad cane is a mobility device that aids walking and mobility. It is similar to a standard cane, but it has a metal base on the bottom with four small feet that extend from the base. These feet have rubber caps that help reduce slippage on the floor. This has a rectangle base and 4 short legs. It comes in a small and wide base. This type provides more support than standard or offset canes. They are good for people who have weakness in one arm or leg, or people who have moderate to severe pain with walking. Is a quad cane better than a regular cane? Most people do well with a cane that has a single tip. A quad cane, which has four tips, can provide a broader base of support but is often more awkward to use. Quad canes may help reduce falls in people who are recovering from strokes. Quad canes should be used by anyone needing more balance stability than a standard cane provides. The elderly and those affected by stroke, hemiplegia, partial paralysis, or vertigo should use a quad cane. Also, people recovering from hip or knee replacement surgery often benefit from a quad cane.