Hello AliM. I use a cane some. For the most part, if I leave the condo, I use a wheelchair. In the condo it really depends on the day and how I feel. If I am in a lot of pain or my balance is out-of-whack, then I use the chair there too. I do not have enough strength and coordination to use the crutches. With the chair, I am a bit more independent. I figure, why use all my energy just getting there when I can use the energy to participate when I do get there. For instance, having lunch with friends, playing with the grandkids, walking the dog on a beautiful sunny day, going to the market, etc.

Our dachshund has gotten quite good at walking along side my wheelchair.

It really has helped.
My insurance covered the chair.