Poles for pole walking

Poles helps persons keep their balance – suitable for persons with impaired gait

Description
Outdoors the user walks with poles intended for pole walking.

Authors comments
The user cannot break a fall with his arms if he should trip. Therefore he must always think ahead and make sure that he places his feet correctly. The poles provide good support and help him to keep his balance.

Purchased from
Sporting goods store

Paid for by
The user

Tip is dated from 2008

Categories for this tip
mobility » ambulation, Tips and tricks from people with Tetraplegia with motor function allowing ambulation (C2-Th1, ASIA D, E).

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