Physiotherapy

Myofascial Release

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Has your walking stick been measured for you?

You would be surprised how many times I have to hold myself back from stopping people on the street, to sort out their walking aids. It is common for people to start to feel a bit unsafe walking because of pain, after a fall, or due to a condition affecting their balance. It is also common for them to borrow ‘Auntie Flo’s’ stick, to help them until they feel better. Unfortunately, Auntie Flo was only 5’ tall, they are 6’2” and nobody has taught them how to use it. As you might imagine, the result is often more unsafe than walking without the stick.

The other problem is ferrules. These are the rubber bits on the ends of sticks, that you never knew the name of. Their function is to stop the sticks slipping on the ground, and when they wear out, the stick could easily slip when you are leaning on it.

So, please go to a physiotherapist for advice and help, if you feel that you need a walking stick, or if you are using someone else’s. And if you already use a stick, check the ferrules regularly – you can get replacements from physiotherapists, or from some high street chemists.