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Post by Skellinton on Dec 15, 2018 4:25:23 GMT
So, my mother has decided she wants walking poles for when she goes out walking. She is getting older and worries a bit about her balance.
will these really help her? If so, anyone have any suggestions or info about them? I am assuming REI would be a good place to shop?
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Post by ntsf on Dec 15, 2018 4:42:19 GMT
they are super helpful.. and rei has a good selection. have her look at a video into how to hold strap properly .. hand goes up and graps grip and strap.. if you can go to a store, they will adjust them for her. having three points on the ground at any time is really really good. having two poles helps you stand up right and better posture. often, they can be folded down to travel with etc.
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Post by gsquaredmom on Dec 15, 2018 5:19:38 GMT
As my dad’s Parkinson’s progressed, I bought poles for him, first one, then another. Wal Mart, under twenty each. Adjustable, lightweight, and telescoping. I don’t know if they still carry them, but they were a great way to give him support before a walker.
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Post by M in Carolina on Dec 15, 2018 5:51:19 GMT
As my dad’s Parkinson’s progressed, I bought poles for him, first one, then another. Wal Mart, under twenty each. Adjustable, lightweight, and telescoping. I don’t know if they still carry them, but they were a great way to give him support before a walker. Also great for defending against dogs or even people. Telescope it out and whack from afar. For areas where telescoping batons would get you arrested. |
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Post by Skellinton on Dec 15, 2018 15:50:44 GMT
Thanks for the info, she is really hard to shop for, so I think I will get her an REI gift certificate and go shopping with her.
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Post by cindyupnorth on Dec 15, 2018 18:22:42 GMT
Yes, walking sticks are great, esp for people that aren't quite ready for the cane or walker stage. Just make sure they are the proper ht.
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Post by carhoch on Dec 15, 2018 18:29:59 GMT
As my dad’s Parkinson’s progressed, I bought poles for him, first one, then another. Wal Mart, under twenty each. Adjustable, lightweight, and telescoping. I don’t know if they still carry them, but they were a great way to give him support before a walker. Also great for defending against dogs or even people. Telescope it out and whack from afar. For areas where telescoping batons would get you arrested.  |
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Post by maryannscraps on Dec 15, 2018 20:27:42 GMT
DH has a pair he got at REI. They really help -- he has foot drop and lousy balance. He was just using them this morning when we walked the dog on the rail trail.
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