Physiotherapy for Osteoporosis

What is Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a disease that reduces bone mass. It causes bones to lose their minerals and become more fragile. This leads to an increased risk of bone fractures.

Osteoporosis is often diagnosed following a fracture. Causes of osteoporosis may include age-related changes, genetic factors, calcium deficiency, decreased physical activity or hormonal changes.

How does Physiotherapy treat Osteoporosis? 

The goal is to prevent possible fractures and posture degradation. Your physiotherapist can help you with safe mobility and prescribe exercises to prevent further fractures.

What Physiotherapy techniques are used for Osteoporosis?

As mentioned before, your physiotherapists can apply a variety of techniques or prescribed exercises, some of them may include:

• Postural exercises

• Strengthening & Flexibility exercises

• Weight-bearing exercises

• Fall prevention traininv & more.

Is Physiotherapy for Osteoporosis covered by Insurance?

If you would like to speak to a practitioner regarding Osteoporosis services, please use our contact page to call or email and book an appointment.