Choosing the right cane tip - Advice from Henshaws
If you're a long cane user who struggles to use your cane on certain surfaces, a different tip may be the solution. A new resource on Henshaws website highlights some of the different cane tips, which differ in size, shape and materials. This makes each tip suitable on different surfaces and in different scenarios, so that your cane can meet your needs.
You can read the advice here.
This guide forms part of Henshaws' Hints and Tips library, which covers a wide range of topics including cooking, daily living skills and assistive technology.
Posted on the 4th of May 2026