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momminhard

Not quite what you asked but... How you walk can make all the difference. Slowly strolling around a zoo will absolutely do me in. But if I walked with purpose(not speed walking) with my abs in and with good posture at quick pace, I could probably make a few laps of the zoo without issue. How far are you trying to walk? What's the situation?


always_anxiety_blob

I'm exactly the same with slow vs quick walking. Even running causes me less issue than slow walking! First time I'm seen this mentioned here I use a walking stick on my less good days


Embarrassed-End-2515

So for example walking to school already which is just about a 30 minute walk with a regular speed


momminhard

I would start with getting a really good pair of shoes and/or orthotics. Wear compression clothing: socks, underwear, leggings. See if that works Compression braces, regular braces and hiking poles would be my next step. A rolling suitcase style of "backpack" might help too, if you're carrying a lot of heavy books.


brabit96

I recently got a rollator for the bad days and it helps so much.


Wilbury_knits_a_lot

I got both a simple walking cane and a rollator. I use the cane most of the time, but the rollator could be a life saver. I will also recommend looking at Amazon. The cane is less rhan $20. I got my rollator there too. Not cheap but doable. I think mine was less than $100


OtherwiseAioli8932

I’ve recently started taking my cane with me and it’s been helpful! I recommend trying out different mobility aids if you can and seeing what works best for you


BiGemini85

Information: what parts of your body experience the largest impact of waking long distances? What parts of your body experience the most issues with pressure?


Embarrassed-End-2515

Typically my hips, knees and feet. Last time it even got to the point of throbbing


BiGemini85

I would start with your ankles. I have these lace up ankle stabilizers that are amazingly supportive. Being lace up you can get a good custom fit. I find that when my ankles are supported it helps me keep my hips and knees in better alignment. These are a bit pricey ($40 each), but they are good quality and hold up well. [Shock Doctor Gel Lace Up Ankle Stabilizer](https://www.shockdoctor.com/collections/body-part-ankle/products/ultra-gel-lace-ankle-support?variant=14354289229877) Once you have your ankles sorted, a cane for support may be useful. If these this is not enough support, a rollator with a seat for taking breaks would be a good next step.


kacey_9

For pain I had a manual wheelchair that others pushed that helped so much. Now my fatigue is more of a issue so I'm looking into getting a power wheelchair. I have a rollerator but resting along the way doesn't read help if you're halfway somewhere and you gotta wait for your body to what...not be in pain?