Osteoporosis quietly weakens bones until a sudden fracture changes everything. The good news: peer-reviewed evidence now shows that targeted, supervised loading can slow bone loss, improve bone mineral density, and dramatically reduce the risk of fragility fractures — even in patients already diagnosed.
At Omega Physiotherapy & Rehab in Northeast Calgary, every bone-health program starts with a thorough screen — posture, balance, flexion tolerance, prior fracture history, and any cardiovascular or vestibular factors that change what's safe. From there, we build a progressive plan around resistance training, weight-bearing impact (where appropriate), and spine-sparing movement patterns.
What we avoid is just as important. End-range spinal flexion, loaded rotation, and high-risk movements like sit-ups can do more harm than good in moderate-to-severe osteoporosis. Our team trains the same movements you use every day — getting up from a chair, lifting groceries, climbing stairs — using mechanics that protect the vertebrae.
If you or a loved one has recently had a bone-density scan, has a family history of osteoporosis, or has had a fracture from a low-impact fall, book an assessment. The earlier we start, the more bone you can protect.