THERAPYOSTEO

Preventing and reducing bone loss.

Osteoporosis is a skeletal condition whose name literally means porous bone. Bone is living tissue that is continually broken down and regenerated. Osteoporosis occurs when the formation of new bone does not keep pace with the loss of old bone, leading to reduced bone density. Bones can become so fragile that a fall, or even strain from vigorous coughing or bending, may cause a fracture in an affected, weakened area such as the spine, wrist or hip.

WHO IT IS FOR AND WHEN IT CAN HELP

Osteoporosis commonly affects women, particularly after menopause, but also affects men. Its various causes include long-term cortisone use, hormonal disorders, family history, poor diet, smoking, alcohol and lack of exercise. Medication, a healthy diet and weight training can help prevent bone loss and strengthen already weakened bones.

Therapeutic exercise and physical activity have been shown to play an important role in increasing bone density and muscle strength. This is why we created the TherapyOsteo pathway.

WHAT DOES IT INVOLVE, AND WHY IS IT SUITABLE FOR YOU?

Your physiotherapist takes a medical history and performs a physical examination to understand your clinical presentation, then plans a personalised TherapyOsteo therapeutic exercise programme around your needs. Clear goals guide the choice of exercises. We continually develop and update the treatment plan to help you complete the programme and get the greatest possible benefit.

Strengthening, weight-bearing and balance exercises build the muscles that stabilise and support the joints. High-load exercises are a particular focus for improving bone density. We also advise on ergonomics at work and during hobbies, improving sporting techniques to prevent injury, and developing fitness. Therapeutic exercise helps whenever you begin, with the greatest benefits from a comprehensive programme of 2–3 sessions a week.

WHICH METHODS AND TOOLS DO WE USE TO ACHIEVE OUR GOAL?

To achieve our goals, we use different therapeutic exercise methods, including Clinical Pilates Matwork, Clinical Pilates Reformer, bodyweight Functional Training, exercises with weights and resistance bands for the upper and lower limbs, and Clinical Suspension Training. The TherapyOsteo therapeutic exercise plan uses specialist exercises for osteoporosis to increase muscle mass, reduce the rate of bone loss and help you build a stronger skeleton. By increasing your confidence, it also has a profoundly positive effect on your psychological wellbeing and improves your quality of life.