Research Roundup: 1 in 4 Adults Fall Each Year- Beat the Odds by Standing Taller and Walking Stronger with Activator® Poles
Falls can quickly change a person’s confidence, mobility, and independence. The good news? The right mobility tools can help older adults move more safely and confidently—and Activator® poles have been proven to do just that! By offering stability, encouraging upright posture, and supporting a more confident walking rhythm, Activator® poles can make balance and walking […]
Step Into Wellness with PAIRS and Urban Poling
Join PAIRS, a welcoming community founded by Noah Kim from UC San Diego, to help individuals with Parkinson’s stay active, build meaningful connections, and feel supported through intergenerational walking groups led by dedicated college student leaders. Inspired by his volunteer work with the Parkinson’s community, time living with his grandparents, and service in senior centers […]
Research Round UP: Step Stronger – How Activator® Poles Can Help Prevent Fractures and Build Confidence
Why Staying Active Can Feel Challenging If you live with osteoporosis, have had a spine fracture, or notice your upper back rounding forward, staying active can sometimes feel intimidating. Walking and exercise can support your bones, muscles, balance, and independence. At the same time, it is understandable to worry about falling, pain, or getting hurt. […]
Research Round UP: Stand Tall – How Activator® Poles Support Spinal Recovery
Getting back to walking after a spinal injury or surgery takes time, patience, and the right support, but even small steps can feel like meaningful progress when you feel steadier, safer, and more confident. How walking poles can help during rehabilitation. Urban Poling, also known as Nordic walking, and Activator® poles can offer steady, practical […]
Why Challenging Neuroplasticity Matters: Driving Intensity, Ideation, and Better Community Neurorehabilitation
Community-based neurorehabilitation programs are evolving, and innovative tools like Urban Poling and Activator® programs are opening new possibilities for patients and practitioners alike. In this upcoming live webinar, Dr. JJ Mowder-Tinney, PT, PhD, and Dr. Tiffany Salido, PT, will explore how these programs can be successfully introduced and expanded within communities to better support people […]
Can Walking with Poles Improve Fitness for People with Kidney Disease?
Staying active can be challenging for people living with kidney disease. Fatigue, weakness, pain, and low confidence can all make exercise feel difficult. A study in the Journal of Renal Nutrition explored whether Nordic walking with Activator® poles could help improve fitness and movement. What is Nordic walking? Nordic walking is a form of walking […]
How Nordic Walking May Help People with Kidney Disease Feel Better Day to Day
Living with kidney disease can affect more than lab results or clinic visits. Many people also deal with tiredness, pain, poor sleep, low confidence, and the feeling that kidney disease shapes their everyday life. A study published in the Journal of Renal Nutrition looked at whether a supervised Nordic walking program could help. What the […]
Making a Meaningful Impact at the World Parkinson Congress 2026
Global Reach and Shared Purpose From May 25 to 27 in Phoenix, Arizona, the 7th World Parkinson Congress brought together thousands of people living with Parkinson’s, along with healthcare professionals, researchers, and movement specialists from around the world. Urban Poling Inc. was honoured to take part and showcase our commitment to helping people with Parkinson’s […]
Exceptional Customer Service Sets Us Apart
Urban Poling has built its reputation not only on its innovative ACTIVATOR® poles, but also on a deep, consistent commitment to customer care. Across multiple platforms, customers praise both the quality of our products and the warmth, responsiveness, and expertise of the team behind them. When people talk about us, they often begin with the […]
Here we grow again….
We are excited to announce that Urban Poling has officially joined forces with the Medical Fitness Association (MFA) as a new industry partner. Our mission has always been to work alongside like-minded organizations in helping to bridge the gap between healthcare and proactive movement through our evidence-based Urban and Activator® poles. We’re proud that our […]