Using FitAssist Adjustable Nordic Walking Poles for Injury Rehabilitation

Adjustable Nordic Walking poles continue growing in popularity for lower body post-injury or surgery rehabilitation applications. FitAssist Poles are well suited for a range of injuries, conditions and post-op recovery applications, allowing you to progress from rehabilitation to post rehab, then continue on to a long term wellness program with one piece of equipment.

KEY BENEFITS:

• Balanced, bi-lateral unloading of lower limbs.
• Balanced, bi-lateral recruitment of upper body.
• Does not contribute to an improper walking gait or stride from single devices such as canes.
• Fills the void between walkers or crutches and walking unassisted.
• Provides increased lateral stability.
• Impact and loading of heel strike while walking is greatly reduced.
• For longer term wellness programs - allows heart rate to increase through increased muscle involvement.

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