I love my cane, but I also will admit that my shoulders and arms didn't love it. I'd recommend looking online and making sure you buy one that's the right height for you, and even watch a video if possible on how to properly walk with one. So many people aren't using a cane correctly and causing more damage. Even still, remember that it is a resource/tool. Don't use it on days you don't need it. Do on days you do.

A 4 wheel rollator may be more helpful for you!!

I have found that with four thumb subluxations this week, my cane is much easier to manage than my forearm crutches or my manual wheelchair. I use my cane just to go short distances, but it works fine for me. I would recommend giving it a try.

I use forearm crutches which help a lot with my leg pain, but can be hard on my upper body joints. The forearm ones are much better than normal crutches, and mostly make my shoulders worse but not so much my elbows wrists and fingers

I find that forearm crutches are rough on my shoulders and my hands/ wrists but are ideal for short walks when my legs are bad.

Do you have ones that are angled or platform ones? I have platform ones which are better for my hands and wrists.

No idea, they are “standard issue” type ones.

Ok I have ones from this company called mobility designed, and they can be with your arms parallel to the ground. https://www.mobilitydesigned.com/product/pair-md-crutches/

I've found that a cane can be a tiny bit rough on my wrist but is easier to use and transport than a walker or wheelchair.

I started the gym too strengthen my body and I only use support systems like canes or braces when I need it, because you could lose muscle mass if you baby your body too much. That’ll make your symptoms worse rather than better.

I only use my crutches when I need them too. But different bodies and severity of illness need different things

I use a rollator and love it