SERVICES Bone Health Program
Bone Health Program
The Bone Health Program at Athlete's Care is being initiated to assist active, independent clients living with low bone density/osteopenia and osteoporosis achieve their exercise and health goals in a safe and fun environment using exercise principles and interventions that are based on scientific evidence. Registered Physiotherapist, Melanie MacKinnon has been trained to deliver the MelioGuide™ exercise program; a new, innovative and evidence based program designed to enhance bone building and reduce fall risk in independent adults.
Athlete's Care Bone Health Program - Part A
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Involves a 1 hour, detailed assessment which includes:
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pre-activity medical and exercise questionnaire
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postural assessment
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fitness test
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valuable information such as safe and unsafe postures and activities
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Athlete's Care Bone Health Program - Part B
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Involves the implementation and supervision, over the course 6-8 visits, of an individualized exercise program addressing:
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posture
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flexibility
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balance
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strength
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cardiovascular and weight bearing exercises
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Individualized instruction and supervision is the foundation of the Bone Health Program, with the goal of creating healthy and safe exercise habits. Once the initial implementation phase is completed, clients are encouraged to continue to exercise independently, with peridoic and mutally agreed upon re-assessments.
The Athlete's Care Bone Health Program will be performed by a Registered Physiotherapist. Most extended health care plans cover the cost of physiotherapy. You may require a referral from your family physician to be eligible for insurance benefits.
For more information regarding the Athlete's Care Bone Health Program, please contact Melanie MacKinnon at Athlete's Care - Yonge & Eglinton at 416.544.9065.
Visit www.melioguide.com for more information regarding the MelioGuide™ exercise program.
