Spring is in the air and with it comes a renewed commitment to health, wellness and rejuvenation but let’s not forget that March is also Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month! MS affects the brain and spinal cord and can be a potentially disabling disease.

About 2.5 million people worldwide are living with MS and are affected by symptoms such as numbness or weakness, impaired vision, and fatigue and balance issues, to name a few. Although the cause of the disease is still unknown and there is currently no cure, there are a lot of effective treatments to alleviate symptoms and keep hope alive.

We’re proud that our Activator poles can help with balance and fatigue issues. Walking with poles provides 4 points of contact rather than 2 and the bells tips provide an extra measure of balance and stability. That’s a winning formula because the reduced fear of falling, empowers clients to walk more frequently and for greater distances. Other health benefits include improved gait, posture, and core strength and lower levels of anxiety, fatigue and depression. The poles are also stylish and do not look like canes which is not only an added visual perk but can also be a motivating factor to use them daily.

Every season has its colour and so does MS so be sure to do your part by wearing orange this month as a symbol of hope and awareness for those living with the disease. Our Activator poles will be there every step of the way in helping those affected by MS walk taller, prouder and more confidently everyday!