Walking

[attyj]

I have been reading with interest the posts on walking as a method to relieve some of our PD symptoms. In that regard I might suggest that a walker use walking poles as an assist.

I have used lexi walking poles for a number of years and I find them very helpful. There are other companies that make them also. You may want to google them.

[attyj]

Excuse me. The name of the poles in Leki.

[jillannf6 in reply to attyj]

i too would like to use leki poles or similar

are they much more supportive than an ordinary stick ?

i have PSP and should like to be able to walk other than on someones arm -is it possible e

lol JIll

[attyj in reply to jillannf6]

I would think they would be helpful. I would suggest you go to a sporting goods store and try them out. I find they give me a nice sense of balance and also some toning of the arm muscles.

[JohnPepper]

Hi atty. I see no reason why walking poles could possibly interfere with the benefits to be gained by walking fast. It is a very useful walking aid for balance.

Good luck

John

[openbook]

What ever it takes just keep movi.

[kaykoch]

I find that walking helps tpp. Some of the pain goes away.

[kaykoch]

I agree with everything you said.

Dextor