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Osteoporosis program
One of the most significant consequences of osteoporosis is fractures. Each
year the disease leads to 1.5 million fractures of the vertebra, hip, wrist,
pelvis and rib. Fractures can lead to lost mobility, other medical complications
and even death. Prevention of fractures is the key to maintaining quality of
life in people diagnosed with osteoporosis.
Our osteoporosis education program emphasizes fracture prevention and the
development of an individualized osteoporosis exercise program. This can be an
effective method in reducing the consequences of the disease.
Experienced staff
Aurora BayCare Medical Center's Osteoporosis Program is staffed by physical
and occupational therapists specially trained in the principles of osteoporosis
exercise and education.
Individualized treatment
To develop an appropriate and individualized plan of care, the therapists
assess the following:
- Medical history
- Exercise history
- Balance assessment (including
balance & vestibular rehabilitation)
- History of fractures
- Strength testing
- ROM/flexibility testing
- Functional limitations
- Posture assessment
- Patient goals
- Results of relevant diagnostic testing (bone density, X-rays)
- Assessing knowledge of proper body mechanics
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