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Walking Aids

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sonia1215
sonia1215

I have been having a lot of trouble walking. Several times I've almost fallen or actually have fallen. Canes and walkers are no help because my hands are really bad. What's next?

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  • bic24773
    bic24773 sonia1215

    Posted

    Sounds like a chair or a wheeled walker you can lean on.
    • sonia1215
      sonia1215 bic24773

      Posted

      I have a walker but my hands have very bad spaticity i can't close my right hand at all.
    • bic24773
      bic24773 sonia1215

      Posted

      Do you have Arthritis as well as ms? What has the occupational therapist said can they help with your hands? I use elbow crutches but my left hand can be bothersome I was using a stick but my legs give way and crutches seem safer. Google walking auds in case there's one that fadtens round your midriff, you should be getting physio help. I feel for you its frustrating usnt it sad
    • sonia1215
      sonia1215 bic24773

      Posted

      Thank you I'll look into that. Yes it is frustrating.
    • bic24773
      bic24773 sonia1215

      Posted

      Sorry about the typos sad if you find yourself feeling alone I'm on Facebook. Lorraine Scarlet Heeney. But my beloved mum died suddenly so I'm.nit too active in there just now. All the best
    • sonia1215
      sonia1215 bic24773

      Posted

      Sorry about your mum, I will add you on Facebook, I do need to talk to someone that understands.
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