Yes this is a thing, yes it is also a great idea started by a physiotherapist Paul Mills
Falls Prevention Walking Stick MOT Week
Do you, a family member, a friend or a neighbour use a walking stick? If so then this is the week to encourage them to check the bottom of the stick. Ferrules are the small rubber base at the bottom of walking aids and, like tyres, they need changing when they get too worn.
The benefits of checking and changing are
- Better Stability
- Better posture
- Reduced risk of falls
You can buy them at a chemist, a mobility shop or even Timpsons!
How to change a Ferrule on your walking stick
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Helen
Having worked in IT in London for 15 years I was made redundant in 2009. I had trained as a gym instructor whilst working and decided I would rather spend the rest of my career doing something I loved than look for another job in IT. I furthered my qualifications with a Certificate in Advanced Personal Training from the highly regarded Premier Training. Many personal trainers are generalists covering all areas of fitness but I took the decision to specialise in the over-50s and therefore went on to do a CYQ Award in Functional Training for the Independent Older Adult Level 3. My focus is on overall health rather than fitness. I believe that making small changes can have a long term positive effect on health and well-being.
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