The Activator Poles Received the Arthritis Foundation Ease of Use Seal
Our Activator Poles were tested, approved, and certified by the Arthritis Foundation. The research was conducted by Dr. W. Bradley Fain and was submitted by the Intuitive Design Applied Research Institute in Georgia, USA.
The Benefits of Activator Poles for People with Parkinson’s
Parkinson’s should not stop you from walking confidently. The Activator poles was designed by a Canadian therapist specifically for rehab and long-term conditions.
How Activator® poles can be beneficial for people with MS
MS is a lifelong condition that impacts an individual’s daily life. Thankfully, people with MS can improve their lifestyle by using Activator® poles.
Active living with Arthritis
Promoting Balance & Finding Your Stride with Urban Poling Arthritis Disease The condition is characterized by swelling and tenderness in one or more joints. Arthritis is characterized by joint pain and stiffness, which worsens with age. In general, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are the most prevalent types of arthritis. Consider the Activator® Poles – Rheumatoid […]
Arthritis Blogger Rick Phillips On Activator Poles!
Arthritis Month with Rick Phillips I purchased a pair of walking poles. Yeah, I know, big deal. But this is a big deal. So let me tell you my story. Most people who know me know that I have diabetes. What they do not know is that I have Neuropathy. Neuropathy is a nerve condition […]
The Importance of Self Care
Self-care is an important component of your total health and well-being. Self-care can be many things! It is not just a spa day it can be so much more and something you can take time to do every single day. Exercise is a great outlet for self-care and Urban Poling is a great form of […]
Injury Prevention Awareness Day
The World Health Organization (WHO) has recognized that actions are needed in the areas of rehabilitation, injury prevention, promotion, and treatment as a key health strategy to guarantee healthy lives and promote well-being by 2030. The goal of the WHO is to strengthen and extend the restoration to ensure better health for all people across […]
Review: ACTIVATOR® Poles For Mobility
Urban Poling’s ACTIVATOR® poles are great for many chronic conditions such as diabetes, cancer, MS, spinal stenosis, stroke, Parkinson’s, and more. Additionally, ACTIVATOR® poles are a great resource for individuals who may need more help with their balance and mobility. ACTIVATOR® poles are uniquely designed by an occupational therapist to foster balance and stability. The […]
Review: ACTIVATOR® Poles for Parkinson’s Disease
Our poles have been vital in helping many individuals with Parkinson’s disease carry on their activities of daily living. Prescribed as best practices for neurorehabilitation in Canada and abroad, ACTIVATOR® Poles improve all aspects of gait including stride, posture, speed, and arm swing (see video below). Patented ACTIVATOR® Poles are recognized as an effective option […]
Review: ACTIVATOR® Poles for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition which attacks your own body’s tissues. Symptoms include tender, warm, swollen joints, joint stiffness that is usually worse in the mornings and after inactivity. This form of arthritis often affects smaller joints first such as those in your hands. That is why our ergonomic CoreGrip handles are excellent for […]