Just a quick query. I was wondering if a walking stick would help when out trying to walk and have Fibromylgia.. I get conflicting views from people without Fibromyalgia.
I have difficulty getting up from tables and have to ask for help. Any suggestions on the above please let me know. Many thanks friend xx
You won't know unless you try one. You might find it gives you little bit more balance in getting up and helping you balance. I've never used one - I'm lucky so far in that my legs have worked okay (apart from sore knees!) and so haven't thought of using one - but my hands wouldn't be able to grip one anyway.
Can you have a word with your GP - is there any way you can borrow one from the NHS and see how you go on? Hope you get sorted x
I use a walking stick or crutch and I find it does help me a lot
Carol ☺
I wouldn't be without my stick and I also have a Rollator if I am walking and need a rest in between.
Why not start off with a folding stick you can carry around in your bag or backpack and whip it out if you are struggling. They are quite inexpensive, light and discreet, although I have seen some lovely flowered and vivid purple ones I have my eye on.!
Go for the purple it sounds lovely and is quite a discreet colour compared to some. Let me know when you have your purple helping hand! Blessings x
A walking stick is an extension of your arm, enabling you to hold on to something if you will. So it's great for balance issues or in my case with weakening legs, it steadies me.
After much thought and advice from others on this forum. I started using one at the end of last year. I think it depends on what difficulties you have and how they affect you. I started using mine mainly because of balance issues - I often looked drunk when trying to walk in a straight line. I also have osteoarthritis in my lower back. My stick certainly helps me - more importantly, I feel more confident using it. It doesnt help with the effort of walking far or the fatigue - but thankfully I don't stumble as much as i used to. I can still feel a littlel self concious using it but I think that depends on how I'm feeling on the day or where I 'm going.
Are you i the UK? My gp referred me to adult services, I was assessed by a physio who provided my stick.
I couldn't manage without mine.
Good luck with whatever you decide to do.
Blessings xx
Thank you so much for your response. I think I may get one as I to have balance issues with permanent vertigo, which can strike at any minute as well as coping with fibro so it may help. Hugs xx
It helps your balance. Also a stick isn't expensive, why not try it to see if it helps you? Borrow one from somebody if you like. I use mine. I don't like it, but it helps me stay upright. Sticks can be used to help you up off a seat apparently, if you figure out how lol.
It has the added bonus that people don't tend to bump into you, or knock you. They give you space to walk. Plus if you're slow when you walk, the stick lets people know you have problems doing just that. 🐸
Thank you for your fast reply. I will take on board all your words. I wish you a calm and positive day. x
Hi
I use a stick when I have too, although it gets in the way when your sitting etc.
Good luck.
Hi cattistock2013
I sincerely hope that you are feeling as well as you possibly can be today?
As the others have intimated, it is difficult to say without trying one first? I struggled with a stick so I changed to a tri-walker a few years ago after I had a bad fall. I get on with this much better. I want to sincerely wish you all the best of luck, and please take care of yourself.
All my hopes and dreams for you
Ken
Hi I started using a stick about 3 months ago. It helps me to walk further and can be used as an extra hand to help yourself up. Best thing I did 🌞
Thanks for your response. I think I am definitely going to go down that road as I need help with walking, balance, and getting up from tables. Hope you have a good day. xx
my physio first gave me a stick a normal NHS wooden one early this year I saw many men and women at my local surgery and even in stores had jazzy sticks with bling on them so started looking around and if you look on Amazon they have a HUGE variety all types I got myself a blank one with flowers all over it and I love it so much better than the old fashioned wooden ones.. it does help it takes the strain of the back I think anyway 
Good for you going jazzy. I definitely would want jazzy as we need all the uplifiting experiences we can get don't you think. Hope your day is a calm and restful one.
x
A stick like other things is a walking aid. I would not be without mine. I also use a wheelchair and mobility scooter dependant an what I am doing and how bad I feel.
I agree that when you use a stick it does serve as a sign to other people that you are not walking slowly or loosing balance just for the hell of it. Most people are very kind and considerate when they see me.
The down side is when your stick develops a mind of it's own. It will suddenly jump out of your hand when you least expect it. This will cause an almighty noise that will scare anyone of a nervous disposition and make kids cry within a 100 foot radius.
It will hide from you. It will trip you up (that's irony for you) and even fall from the side of the table in whatever restaurant you decide to eat in.
How you discipline it is up to you. I have threatened to give it a Basil Fawlty style "damn good thrashing" if it misbehaves again. However, this begs the question what do you hit a stick with?
Best wishes,
Dave
Thanks very much for your light hearted view on walking sticks but I know also there is a serious side to it as well. x
Yes I am thinking of getting either a walking stick or a hiking pole as I'm a bit weary what people may think I have fibromyalgia for 4 years now getting worse everyday especially by walking I hate it
Me and my walking stick
Will a walking stick or crutches help my back pain?
Felt the need to use a walking stick
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