I'm still learning how to effectively use a walking stick, or cane. I'm still new to using one. Unfortunately, I don't have anyone within my circle of friends who uses one; if I did, I might have a tutor. One of the several mysteries of my neuropathy that has me scratching my head is whether I should or shouldn't, go about all day, or at least most of the day, in shoes where I have my orthotics. I've been wearing orthotics since the late 1980s (a long time!). But I also love going barefoot, or "sockfoot" around the house. The question I've not been able to answer is when I'm with, or without, the support of my orthotics, am I helping or hurting the health of my joints (ankles, knees, hips, lower back.) I wish you success in your pursuit of pain-free, rubbery-leg-free living! ––Ray (@ray666)