Submitted by Jennifer Penrose for Penrose Physical Therapy
Have you been given the diagnosis of soft bone or “osteopenia” or “osteoporosis?” Were you told by your doctor to increase your impact and weight lifting exercises and yet don’t do anything too strenuous or you might suffer a fracture? Did you leave the office confused wondering what you should and shouldn’t do?
We hear that story all the time. We don’t fault the doctors; the system no longer has the ability to allow lengthy conversations about how to manage osteopenia or osteoporosis. We can help you understand what you can do to stay mobile and independent and set up a successful long term approach to this diagnosis.
54 million Americans, 60% of people older than 55, have osteoporosis according to the National Osteoporosis Foundation.
Every year there are more spinal vertebral fractures than cardiac events and stroke combined. It is a very real problem. At Penrose Physical Therapy we want to help those age 55+ to minimize their risk for fracture and increase their bone density. Watch this YouTube video to learn more.
Penrose Physical Therapy is dedicated to helping people increase their mobility, function, and pain without the use of medications or surgery even if you have suffered for years! If you need some help check out the Penrose Physical Therapy website for FREE tips reports.
