July is Injury Prevention Month
Although every day should be about injury prevention, this month’s focus is all about safety, education and prevention. Did you know that most injuries are related to falls? Not surprisingly, we’re not as steady on our feet as we age and that just increases the likelihood of losing our balance. That’s why we need to do all that we can today to avoid taking a tumble later. As the saying goes, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”
Falls are the number one cause of injury among older Canadians, with 85% becoming hospitalized with fracture-related injuries. This can all lead to chronic pain, reduced mobility and loss of independence. It’s a similar situation in the United States, so much so, that the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention recommends strength and balance exercises to help keep us on our feet. The good news is that falls are preventable and we’re here to help
Uniquely designed Urban and ACTIVATOR® poles are designed to help improve balance, posture, stability and core strengthening-all factors which help to reduce your risk of falling. They can also be instrumental in getting you back on your feet and on the road to recovery if you’ve suffered an injury that affects your mobility. After all, four points of contact with the ground are better than two! Some of the benefits of ACTIVATOR® poles are improved gait speed and balance and reduced stress on hip & knee joints. They also help promote an upright posture and are an easy way to strengthen your core whether walking down the street or across town. So, whether you want to intensify your walk with a pair of Urban Poles or need additional support with ACTIVATOR® poles, walking your way to better health and staying safe while you walk couldn’t be easier!
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