This course covers the following learning outcomes and goals: understanding osteoporosis, identifying risk factors for low bone mass, learning about bone mineral density testing, common fracture sites, and management strategies for low bone density.
Individual skills and tools taught include: principles of exercise for osteoporosis, importance of resistance, postural, balance, and aerobic exercises, guidelines for exercise frequency and intensity, and specific exercises for posture, spine extension, balance, leg strength, and fall prevention.
The teaching method of the course involves a lecture format with information on various topics related to osteoporosis and exercise.
The intended audience for this course includes individuals interested in learning about osteoporosis, its management through exercise, and specific exercises to improve bone health.
Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Definitions
Risk Factors for Low Bone Mass
Other populations at increased risk
Bone Mineral Density During the Lifespan
Bone Mineral Density Testing
Prevalence
Common Fracture Sites
Management of Low Bone Density
How Does Exercise Affect Our Bones?
Building Healthy Bones Starts in Childhood - Adolescence
Levels of Prevention
General Principles of Exercise for Osteoporosis
Which Exercise Parameters Influence Bone Density?
Resistance Exercises are important
Postural Exercises are important
Balance Exercises are important to Reduce Fall Risk
Aerobic Exercises are important
Exercise Do's & Don'ts
How often and how intense should exercises be?
Osteoporosis Exercises for Posture
Extension Exercises for the Spine
Exercises for Balance
Exercises for Leg Strength
Fall Prevention
Lifting Mechanics
Taught by
Mary Greeley Medical Center
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Reviews
5.0 rating, based on 1 Class Central review
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This course taught me to know about osteoporosis disease as well as how it can affect the life of the person who suffers from it and the importance of exercise in the prevention of the disease and how it helps if the person already has osteoporosis
