Annual ANPT 2021 Conference

Urban Poling is thrilled to announce its participation in the Academy of Neurologic Physical Therapy (ANPT) 1st “Virtual” Annual Conference in 2021. Content will be available September 8 with the virtual “live” conference October 1-3. As a leading innovator in neurologic physical therapy practice, ANPT’s annual conference will provide a platform to tailor your professional […]
Vestibular

Vestibular disorders In addition to the many health benefits of walking with poles, using the unique ACTIVATOR℗ Poles may provide superior support when walking by encouraging proper posture, better balance and overall improved stability. The use of these poles has also been shown to improve common symptoms related to vestibular disorders. The specialized ACTIVATOR℗ Poles […]
LIVE – Active Living with Stroke – Survivor + Caregivers Programs Webinar

Active Living with Stroke – Survivor + Caregivers Programs Research Benefits: Learn how Nordic walking can be a great tool for people recovering from a stroke. We’ll be presenting research-backed benefits of Nordic walking and showing how an Urban Poling program can be used for support groups, caregiver programs and also for Next Steps walking […]
Active Living for Older Adults

Active Living for Older Adults Summarized by Dr. Agnes Coutinho PhD Healthcare professionals working with older adults are routinely prescribing walking, as part of rehabilitation and overall health and wellness programs. There are over 280+ research studies identifying health benefits of adding specialized poles to any walking routine. Due to the improved balance, posture, reduce […]
Active Living with Parkinson’s

Active Living with Parkinson’s Summarized by Dr. Agnes Coutinho MSc PhD Health professionals are recommending the ACTIVATOR℗ Poles for Parkinson’s clients as research studies clearly show walking with poles is an effective, safe and enjoyable physical activity*. Physical activities, such as walking with poles, may improve motor skills, balance and gait quality, as well as […]
ACTIVATOR for Traumatic Spinal Injuries – Your Health – Spinal Conditions

ACTIVATOR Rehab for Traumatic Spinal Injuries Summarized by Dr. Agnes Coutinho PhD Research Benefits: Evidence-based studies clearly identify poling as a healthy mode of physical activity suitable for rehabilitation and proven beneficial effects on key health parameters may include; improved posture, balance & stability increased walking tolerance improved strength increased confidence ACTIVATOR℗ Poles compared to […]
Active Living with Diabetes

Active Living with Diabetes Summarized by Dr. Agnes Coutinho PhD Regular physical activity helps to regulate blood glucose and increase insulin sensitivity. The more muscles that are used during exercise, the greater will be the benefits. This makes Urban Poling one of the best forms of fitness, as it provides a full body workout and […]
Active Living for Cardiac Health

Active Living for Cardiac Health Summarized by Dr. Agnes Coutinho PhD About Cardiovascular disease (CVD): Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is a leading cause of death among Canadians, despite an estimate by the World Health Organization that “80% of cases of coronary heart disease… could be avoided, or postponed” with lifestyle changes. Currently, cardiologists and cardiac rehabilitation […]
Active Rehab for Strokes

Active Rehab for Strokes Research Benefits: Evidence-based studies clearly identify poling, with the proper training, as a healthy mode of physical activity suited for improving balance, gait and activities of daily living. Kang et al. (2016). ACTIVATOR℗ Poles benefits may include: Increased awareness and use of the affected side Improved functional gait pattern Increased gait […]
Active Rehab for MSI & Sports Injuries

Active Rehab for MSI & Sports Injuries More than 280 studies on PubMed & 9 studies on the ACTIVATOR℗ Poles clearly identify poling, with proper training, as a healthy mode of physical activity with proven benefits. Benefits may include: Normalized gait pattern Improved posture Decreased pain Increased core strength Increased walking tolerance Increased range of […]