I do have a cane with the prongs. It's great for its standing upright (when I let go) rather than having to lean it against anything (and having it slide off and fall!). It is presently standing upright in corner of our closet. When I go out to shop, medical visits, etc., my husband accompanies me 99% of the time, so HE becomes my balance support, holding hands as we've done for 53 years now. He's concerned also that I'll be an "easy target" as has happened to a few residents seen as unable to fend off rather clever muggers. ( He knows that I'd swing that cane if I were ever in a situation🤣.) Victims have not been physically attacked, but they have had purses and packages taken. Thankfully 2 of the creeps were arrested. Some not so nice people in the world, huh?

I'm experiencing positive progress with the PT and strengthening of muscles, and working on how to walk more confidently. I will NOT use a walker nor wheelchair. Perhaps the day will come when I'll have to, but not while I can still proactively direct my energies toward helping myself 😁. Progress has been very good with my present PT rehab center, so I'm looking forward to this afternoon's session.

Refresh my memory: Were your knees ever injured in any manner (as in my case), or subjected to repetitive action (such as happens with flooring contractors, masons, athletes, dancers)? Any chance that arthritis may have set in? My decades-old fibromyalgia does factor into other issues. May I ask what, if anything, you are taking for the fibromyalgia? I've been on cyclobenzeprine for over three decades, which concerns me since I've learned via medical journals/sites that long-term is not supported. Had also been on amitriptyline but had to wean off and stop.
Enjoy a peaceful weekend.