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Clinical Ophthalmology published an article called The Role of a Pediatric Belt Cane in Children with Cerebral Visual Impairment a pilot study that used smartphone videos from 11 children with clinical diagnosed CVI at baseline and 8-week follow-up while wearing a Pediatric Belt Cane. Belt Cane use was associated with improved gait speed, with supportive improvements in step length and foot-mobility. That's because bipedal ambulation (walking) is not possible without unaltere

Safety is paramount when it comes to overseeing the education and play of young children. The Pediatric Belt Cane plays a crucial role in reducing risks associated with immature cane handling. When a cane is dropped or misplaced, the child may be vulnerable to tripping or losing orientation. The belt eliminates these hazards by keeping the cane firmly attached.

White Cane Day has new meaning for children who are blind from birth. With the Pediatric Belt Cane and Rectangular AMD, even toddlers can now join the celebration — walking safely and independently using touch for balance, protection, and exploration.

Safe Toddles receives a $30,000 grant from the William G. and Helen C. Hoffman Foundation—their second year of support—to expand early mobility access for blind children through Pediatric Belt Canes, training, and family outreach.

Playgrounds should be places of freedom, not frustration — especially for blind children. The Pediatric Belt Cane gives young blind kids the ability to explore, climb, swing, and slide with confidence by providing real-time tactile feedback about their environment. It’s not just a mobility tool — it’s the key to truly inclusive, independent play.