Osteoporosis

Are you at risk for a Fall?

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Answer these 6 questions to determine if you are at risk of falling.
  • Have you fallen in the last year?
  • Are you currently taking four or more prescription medications?
  • Do you have a history of stroke or Parkinson's disease?
  • Do you have any problems with your balance?
  • Are you unable to stand up from a chair without using your arms?
  • Have you limited your recreational or social activities due to a fear of falling?

A YES answer to any of these questions indicates an ELEVATED RISK for falls.  
Answer YES to three or more questions, and there is a HIGH RISK of falls.
Canadian Physiotherapy Association

Osteoporosis Facts:

  • Osteoporosis diagnoses are increasing as the population ages.
  • Bones loss increases the risk of fractures.
  • Fractures can seriously affect daily functioning & independence.
  • Rate of bone loss can be slowed or halted with proper exercise programs
  • Strength training can improve balance, reducing the risk of falls & fractures.

Techniques and tools:

  • Progressive exercises customized to each individual's current level of activity.
  • Balance and mobility training using specialized NeuroGym equipment.
  • Free weights, Thera-Band, exercise balls, NeuroGym Tech equipment, education.

Our trained health care professionals can provide you with:

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  • Physiotherapy and / or Kinesiology Functional Assessment
  • 1:1 treatment with a qualified Kinesiologist
  • Posture Analysis and Retraining
  • Safe and effective exercise programs to strengthen core, upper and lower body muscles, reduce fracture risk and build confidence.
  • Access to facility equipment for ongoing independent exercise.
  • ​Techniques and tools - Progressive training programs customized to each individual's current level of activity (beginner to elite).