Osteoporosis is a common condition many people face as they age. But what is it, and what can be done about it? Read on to learn a little more about this issue, and the ways you can support yourself as you age, including with the help of physical therapy.
Why Do People Develop Osteoporosis?
Through our lifetime our bones are constantly regenerating and building new bone cells. While that is happening, our old bone cells are also continually breaking down. Up until about our 30’s we generate bone mass faster than we deplete it. As we live and work throughout the seasons of our life, the reduction begins to catch up to, and sometimes surpass, the production of new cells.
Different factors account for why one individual develops osteoporosis rather than another. Your gender, race, and heredity can each play a part. An osteoporosis diagnosis or tendency can also be connected to early onset menopause or even your adult height.
Can Physical Therapy Help with the Symptoms of Osteoporosis?
No matter the reason a person is experiencing osteoporosis, there are strategies the physical therapists at Core 3 can develop with and for you to strengthen your body and improve your daily life experience.
Getting Started
Visit one of our caring physical therapists in eastern PA to discuss any indicators in your background. We take the time to see the full picture of the person in our office. We understand your health history is as important as your present day needs, so we will not rush the process. We will make a plan that will enhance your daily life and keep you in balance.
Developing a Plan
Once we have assessed your symptoms, pain levels, and present flexibility we work with you to implement a physical therapy plan that meets you where you are today. Your physical therapist will factor in your present physical health, risk for fracture, and your overall abilities. Your needs and competencies will be carefully assessed to improve your overall outcome.
Implementing Your Care Plan
After we have developed an initial plan, the physical therapist will work side-by-side with you to guide and teach you the bone-strengthening or weight-bearing exercises correctly. Your exercise capacity is fluid, and we want you inspired and determined to implement your plan. The movement training alongside your physical therapist will help to ensure correct continuation of your exercise at home.
Following Up to Maintain Your Progress
Once you are feeling confident and seeing improvement, we are not going to wave goodbye! Your health is as vital to us as it is to you. We encourage periodic visits at the office not only to chart your initial results, but to continue to reassess and increase the type and durability of your exercise. Continued improvement of flexibility and bone strength is real and you will be encouraged as you keep at your plans with our professional team.
Enjoy every day to the fullest of your ability. Completion of your exercise schedule doesn’t end after you have accomplished your routine for the day. We encourage you to complement your plan with enjoyable activities aimed at continuing to use and improve your overall health.
Core 3 Physical Therapy is here today to help you manage the symptoms and issues that come with osteoporosis. and to work with you every step of the way. We recognize you as an individual with different needs from the patient before you and the patient we care for after you. Our staff is certified, and their training does not end there. We are constantly improving to help you be the best you today. Please call or contact us soon to start feeling better.
