Thanks to Nordic Walking, patients tolerate physical stress better and perceive less physical exertion. They build back muscles (often weakened after surgery) and promote proper posture and balance. Nordic Walking not only enhances confidence in walking but also improves muscle strength – walking becomes safer, and the ability to cover longer distances increases. Joint pain, a common issue among patients, is also alleviated. Last but not least, Nordic Walking helps clear the lymphatic system as a preventive measure against the development of lymphedema, one of the possible complications of the disease.

Cristina Gonzales Castro, 06/2013; In proceeding of: 39th Congress of the European Society of Lymphology, Volume: The European Journal of Lymphology and related problems 24 (67-68) pp. 45 2013. The incidence of breast cancer diagnosis is increasing, while the mortality rate is decreasing, so more and more patients require rehabilitation. Breast cancer treatment often results in impaired arm function, which can lead to a reduced quality of life. A study published at the University of Northern Colorado measures the effects of Nordic Walking on arm function in breast cancer patients.

Data suggest that regular practice of proper Nordic Walking technique for eight weeks significantly improved upper body muscle endurance in breast cancer patients after treatment. Lisa K. Sprod, Scott N. Drum, Ann T. Bentz, Susan D. Carter, and Carole M. Schneider: Effects of Nordic Walking Poles on Shoulder Function in Women Survivors of Breast Cancer, Integrative Cancer Therapy, December 2005; 4: 287-293.

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