Osteoporosis

Active EP are experts in prescribing effective exercise to stimulate changes in muscle and bone density while providing strength and stability to the skeletal system to ensure safe progression and improvement are achieved.

Why is exercise important?

• The correct type of exercise causes the bones to modify their shape and size, which makes them stronger and less susceptible to injury.
• Exercise can play a role in both the prevention and manage of osteoporosis.

What can Active EP do for you?

• Interpret current bone scans and doctors report to prescribe the appropriate dosage of exercise to create suitable bone loading.
• Create an individualized strength program that will increase strength and lean body mass (muscle and bone).
• This tailored program will assist in maintaining and slowing loss of bone mineral density.
• Improve muscular strength to reduce risk of falls and also decrease the risk of bone fractures occurring.

Make an appointment with one of our Exercise Physiologists to improve your bone density.