Osteoporosis/Osteopenia Program
OSTEOPOROSIS literally means “porous bone”. It is a disease that causes bones to weaken and become brittle, which may lead to painful fractures and excessive curvature of the upper back.
OSTEOPENIA is a precursor to osteoporosis and indicates that bones are already weakened. Fortunately, osteoporosis is both preventable and treatable.
Dresher Physical Therapy’s Educational Program
Exercise is essential in the treatment of osteoporosis. Regular weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises have been shown to preserve and/or increase bone health. Dresher Physical Therapy now offers an effective and specifically designed treatment program. Under the supervision of a Licensed Physical Therapist, participants will receive individualized exercise prescriptions including:
• Weight-training to build strength in the muscles that support your spine and hips,
• Cardiovascular conditioning with weight-bearing exercises to improve bone strength,
• Balance training to improve agility and prevent falls.
If you are interested in learning more about our program, contact us at our Blue Bell & Ft Washington, PA centers today.