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Activator® Course
Learn about the dynamic, evidence-based ACTIVATOR® Program prescribed as best practice for rehabilitation programs across Canada & abroad to improve outcomes in posture, balance, pain management, and gait. Discover how Activator Poles can be an effective alternative to passive devices, such as canes, and to delay/reduce the use of walkers and crutches.
A pair of Activator Poles and Boot Tips as well as tax are included in the price of enrolment.
A pair of Activator Poles and Boot Tips as well as tax are included in the price of enrolment.
Date: May 31 2025
Time: 9am-1pm ADT
Location: Peak Energy Chiropractic,
50 Majesty Court, Hammonds Plains, NS
What you will learn!
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Activator® and Urban Poling walking techniques
Understand the principles and benefits of pole walking as an effective form of rehabilitation and fitness for individuals with a variety of diagnosis - from ortho to neuro. Learn how to teach the techniques, provide various types of cuing based on individual learning styles, and discuss how to determine the appropriate technique for each individual. -
ACTIVATOR® Poles vs Other Devices
Learn the ergonomic benefits of Activator® Poles over other passive assistive devices. Designed by an Occupational Therapist and Gerontologist to have added safety and comfort features over other poles on the market. Deemed by clients as an ability tool vs disability device. -
Treatment Modalities and Exercises
Learn how the Activator® Poles will change your clinical practice by adding innovative exercise ideas to your treatment sessions. The course provides many exercise examples and demonstrations to help improve functional movements for clients with a variety of diagnosis: ortho injuries, PD, MS, Stroke, Vestibular, to name a few.
Lisa Dykeman BKin, BScPT
Hello, I'm Lisa, a Physiotherapist with a passion for helping people move better, feel stronger, and live healthier lives. With over 17 years experience in the field, I've seen how small changes in movement can have a huge impact. As a Master Trainer for Urban Poling, I'm thrilled to share the power of Urban
walking poles with individuals and healthcare professionals alike, offering a fun, effective, and low-impact way to improve mobility, balance, and overall well-being.
Whether you're looking to enhance your own health or introduce pole walking to your clients I'm here toguide you every step of the way. Urban Poling is an incredible tool for improving posture, strength, and
cardiovascular health, and I specialize in making it accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels.Through personalized training and workshops or courses, I can help you unlock the full potential of polewalking, ensuring you get the most out of every step.
Let's work together to make movement a joy – whether you're walking for your health or integrating polewalking into your professional practice. I'm here to support you on your journey to a stronger, healthier
you.
walking poles with individuals and healthcare professionals alike, offering a fun, effective, and low-impact way to improve mobility, balance, and overall well-being.
Whether you're looking to enhance your own health or introduce pole walking to your clients I'm here toguide you every step of the way. Urban Poling is an incredible tool for improving posture, strength, and
cardiovascular health, and I specialize in making it accessible to people of all ages and fitness levels.Through personalized training and workshops or courses, I can help you unlock the full potential of polewalking, ensuring you get the most out of every step.
Let's work together to make movement a joy – whether you're walking for your health or integrating polewalking into your professional practice. I'm here to support you on your journey to a stronger, healthier
you.