ACTIVATOR Course for Rehab Professionals
ACTIVATOR Course for Rehab Professionals
Learn about the dynamic ACTIVATOR Program prescribed as best practice for rehabilitation centres, clinics and community programs across Canada, the UK & Australia to improve outcomes in gait, balance and core strength while inspiring active living.
ACTIVATOR℗ Poles are an evidence-based, patented tool that is revolutionizing rehabilitation. Prescribed extensively in all continuums of health care for therapy and to reduce the use of passive mobility devices such as canes, crutches and walkers.
They have been instrumental in promoting an upright posture and a functional walking pattern compared to canes and walkers. In my opinion they facilitate rehabilitation and return patients to optimal function faster.”
-Dr. Charles G. Fisher MD MHSc FRCSC, Past President of the Canadian Spine Society
Course Participants Will:
- Understand research based on 9 studies on the ACTIVATOR Poles & 280+ on Nordic walking (PubMed)
- Perform the Activator Technique for better balance and off loading.
- Discover an effective alternative (or in conjunction) to passive devices, such as canes,
and to delay/reduce the use of walkers and crutches. - Understand how to utilize the design of the Activator Poles for improved core strength, improving
gait outcomes including speed, stride, reduce gait variability & arm swing - Enhance their exercise programs using poles to improve upper and lower body movement flow and promote proper posture.
- Understand how to determine the proper technique and adapt seated, standing and pre-gait exercises for specific conditions
such as Parkinson’s, Stroke, Geriatric, Aged Care, Pre/Post Hip and Knee Surgery, Cancer Rehab, Spinal Conditions. - Learn how to inspire clients in wellness & weight management programs and increase intensity for rehab using
the Urban Poling/Nordic walking technique. - Course Bonus: New Be-Balanced Module on innovative & effective exercises programs using tons of new seated
and standing exercises to specifically target balance and mobility.
Online Course Agenda (4 hours) Approved by APTA 3 CEU
- Research Review – 30 minutes
- ACTIVATOR Adjustment – 15 minutes
- Activator Technique -30 minutes
- Seated, Standing & Pre-Gait Exercises – 30 minutes
- Urban Poling/Nordic walking Technique – 30 minutes
- Contraindications & Guidelines for Specific
Conditions – 30 minutes - Group Exercise Guidelines & Insurance
Coverage -15 minutes - Assessments & Manual Review – 45 minutes
- Quiz – 15 minutes. 70% grade requirement.
*Schedule is based on suggested timelines for practice sessions and reading the manual.
Live Course Agenda (3-4 hours)
- Introduction and Benefits -15 minutes
- Research Review – 30 minutes
- ACTIVATOR Adjustment & Technique -45 minutes
- Seated, Standing & Pre-Gait Exercises – 45 minutes
- Urban Poling/Nordic walking
Technique – 30 minutes - Contraindications & Guidelines for Specific
Conditions – 30 minutes - Group Exercise Guidelines -15 minutes
- Assessments & Manual Review – 15 minutes
- Quiz – 15 minutes.
*Timelines vary depending on the interest, experience and number of participants.
Extended Live Course Agenda (5 hours) Approved by APTA 4 CEU
- Intro & Research Review – 45 minutes
- ACTIVATOR Adjustment and Technique
-45 minutes - Urban Poling/Nordic walking Technique
– 45 minutes - ACTIVATOR Program for Specific Conditions
- Contraindication -15 minutes
- Neuro-Rehabilitation-45 minutes
- Orthopedic – OA & Pre/Post Hip & Knee
Surgery – 45 minutes - Cancer Rehab – 45 minutes
- Quiz – 15 minutes. 70% grade requirement.
*Timelines and specific conditions may vary depending on the interest and experience of learners.
Included in this course:
- Certificate. Course is CCU approved by the ProCert with APTA, ACSM*, CCAA and FAI. Upon request with CSEP
- Monthly Newsletter
- ACTIVATOR Poles
- Online comprehensive Manual
- Professional Pricing on Activator & Urban Poles*
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Audience: |
physiotherapists, occupational therapists, RA, kinesiologists, COTA, PTA, exercise physiologists and students of these disciplines. |
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Prerequisites: |
None |
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Time Required: |
This is a 3.5 to 4 hour course and 5 hours for the extended course. Online course that can be completed on your own timeline. You will receive a link via email along with a special password to view the course on your computer. Course chapters consist of videos and PowerPoint Presentations with audio. |
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Cost: |
Live and Online Course $269.99. Extended Course – $359 |
Email info@urbanpoling.comfor onsite group and student rates.
| City | Date & Time | Location & Price | Presenter | Registration |
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Denver, CO |
Thurs, Feb 13, 2020
6 to 9 pm |
Hyatt Place & Hyatt House
440 14th Street
Denver, CO 80202 (Downtown)
2 min walk from Colorado Convention Center
reg. $269 (includes ACTIVATOR Poles) |
Guest Speaker: Jon Schultz,MPT, ECS, OCS, PRC
Presenter: Mandy Shintani Reg OT(BC) & Gerontologist |
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Victor, NY |
Tuesday – Dec 3rd, 2019 – 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm |
Safe At Home PT 1290 Blossom Drive, Suite B, Victor, NY |
Sunhan Anderson, PT
Doctor of Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Sciences |
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Dr. Jack Taunton was the Chief Medical Officer for the 2010 Olympics and has had 7 major spinal surgeries.
Susan Yackulic is using the ACTIVATOR Poles at 2 weeks post hip surgery under the assessment of her physiotherapist and surgeon.
Presenter and Guest Speakers of Online Course
