Walking poles?

I have a set of the nordic walking poles that are so popular today. (Yes, I lost my skis. Everyone asks that.) I really haven't used them since starting to take the Gokhale Elements Course. I will probably go back to using them but hopefully I will have correct posture and walking stance when I do.  Has anyone used them after taking the Gokhale Method and if so, how did that change your use of them? I was wondering if they would help or hinder correct walking. I would think that they might help but only after learning correct walking and posture.  I just wanted to ask if anyone has had experience using these poles.