Osteoporosis

Did you know that:

  • In the US, osteoporosis affects over 10 million adults

  • Osteoporosis has a yearly societal cost of over 22 billion (and that is from 2002)

  • Currently, osteoporosis is underdiagnosed AND undertreated

Is there hope? YES! Everyone has heard of the importance of weight bearing exercise to help build bone density or decrease the rate of bone loss.  Here are some other simple things you can do to start improving your bone health TODAY:

  • Improve your Posture Awareness

  • Use Spine Sparing Strategies

  • Strengthen Your Deep Spinal Muscles

  • Include Bone Healthy Options in Your Diet

Take Steps NOW:

If you have:

  • lost height

  • had a recent fracture from a simple fall

  • have a family history of osteoporosis

See your doctor and discuss your options for improving your bone health and decreasing your risk for fracture.  A Bone Health professional like a specially trained physical or occupational therapist can teach you specific spine sparing strategies related to your lifestyle, and exercises to be “TOO fit to fall or fracture”.  Look for a therapist certified in either the Meeks Method or BoneFit program.

Virginian Rehab and Wellness has physical and occupational therapist trained in the Meek Method and/or Bone Fit.  Our approach is more comprehensive and focuses both on the underlying disease process but also on improving strength effectively and safely using BoneFit techniques and the Meeks Method for Postural Change. Schedule an appointment today to see one of our specially trained therapists.

“I was diagnosed with Osteoporosis at age 50 and I wanted to do as much as I could to increase my bone density naturally.  Thankfully I found the BoneFit program at Virginian Rehabilitation and Wellness.  This program helped me with strength training, posture and balance.    I found out that I could do a lot more physically than I thought I could, which has given me confidence and hope.  I feel so much better physically and emotionally after this program.  I have seen many physical therapists and Cathleen is fantastic - she is so helpful and encouraging.   I highly recommend this progam to anyone with osteoporosis.   ”
— Lee Ann P.