Physical Therapy Therapists specifically trained in the prevention and treatment of metabolic bone disorders educate you in ways to improve strength, maintain mobility and preserve independence. Dietary Consultation Center staff includes a dietitian with 20 years of experience in helping patients choose the correct diet for bone health. She is available for individual consultation. A nutrition class is also offered. Building and keeping healthy bones.
Bone is a living tissue.
Bone health at any age requires a healthy lifestyle, a well balanced diet with plenty of calcium and regular exercise. These factors are important in childhood and adolescence to achieve the strongest bones possible and for maintaining bone health in adulthood. Although normal levels of sex hormones are important throughout life, the decision about hormone replacement therapy is especially important at the time of the menopause in women. Hormones are not right for everyone and other treatments to protect your bones are now available. Bone Density and bone health.