Minimizing Risk of Falls – Study (LTC/SNF)
Join us for an in-depth review of the ACTIVATOR ℗ Poles as they relate to minimizing factors associated with risk of falls. From their innovative design & patented ergonomic Coregrip, the ACTIVATOR Poles have been used to improve core strengthening, posture, walking tolerance and normalize gait pattern for older adults.
This webinar includes:
Research review on factors related to fall prevention, an overview of the ACTIVATOR technique and results of a new study out of a LTC/SNF at Ste-Anne’s hospital, Montreal with individuals 80 years+ before and after a 12-week Nordic walking program with ACTIVATOR poles from co-author Liz Ferland. These results are from a 2018 Poster Presentation at the Canadian Physiotherapy Conference.
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Date: |
October 25th 2018 |
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Time: |
9:00 a.m. PST |
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Presenter: |
Mandy Shintani, Reg. OT(BC) & Gerontologist, Developer of ACTIVATOR Poles |
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Audience: |
Healthcare Professionals |
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Guest Speaker: |
Liz Ferland, Ste-Anne’s Hospital |