CEL PHYSICAL THERAPY ICIAN UPDATE
or the Medical Community
For Osteoporosis & Fall Prevention
Management of Osteoporosis and Fall Risk Is it possible to slow down the progression of osteoporosis and also reduce one’s risk for falls? Absolutely! Load-bearing exercise, or any type of exercise that places a load through the joints such as walking or strength-training with dumbbells is an appropriate way to slow the progression of osteoporosis, improve bone health, and subsequently reduce the risk for fracture. Women should not be afraid to use dumbbells for strength training, as bones get stronger through remodeling, which requires loading to achieve. Gentle exercise including yoga and aquatic exercise does not achieve the same bone-strengthening benefits. We recommend your patient consult with you before starting any new exercise programs. If your patient is at an increased risk for falls or has osteoporosis, how can physical therapy help? At Excel Physical Therapy, our physical therapists spend ample one- on-one time with each patient to implement an individualized plan of care to address strength and balance impairments. Treatment may include strength and balance training, postural education to promote spine health, and recommended environmental and lifestyle modifications to reduce fall risk and protect bone health. This individualized treatment approach will reduce fall risk and improve overall bone strength. The physical therapist will help your patient achieve their goals and equip them with a home exercise program that will be customized to their specific needs.
If you have any questions about how our physical therapists can help your patients, please give your local clinic a call to schedule an evaluation or a complimentary screening today.
References: 1. www.uspreventiveservicestaskforce.org/uspstf/sites/default/files/file/ supporting_documents/falls-fractures-final-rec-statements-bulletin.pdf 2. www.choosept.com/ symptomsconditionsdetail/physical-therapy-guide-to-osteoporosis
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