What is Osteofit?
Osteofit is a medically endorsed program created by the BC Women’s Hospital focusing on exercise, education, and falls prevention for those with osteoporosis, osteopenia, low bone density, or at increased risk for fractures and falls.
What makes Clinical Osteofit Classes different?
Clinical Osteofit is a safe and gentle strength, balance, and coordination program that is run by an Osteofit certified Kinesiologist. Our Kinesiologists will incorporate their knowledge of exercise prescription, and the recommendations of our Physiotherapists, to create a safe environment for all participants.
Physiotherapist Meena Sran completed a PhD in the area of bone health, osteoporosis and fracture prevention. She also worked within the Osteoporosis Program at the BC Women’s Health Centre for more than 11 years, and is the author of the last 2 editions of the Osteofit Instructor Training Manual.
Class sizes will be kept small to ensure that the Kinesiologist can closely supervise and monitor clients’ safety.
If you have co-existing injuries or pain, this exercise pathway would begin with Physiotherapy assessment and treatment by one of our highly qualified Physiotherapists. With referral, clients will then progress to our Clinical Osteofit Program held at the Gordon Head Recreation Center.
*A minimum of 1 one hour private appointment with a Kinesiologist will be required before starting the program.*
What are the goals of Clinical Osteofit Classes?
- Reduce risk of falls and fractures
- Improve balance, strength, and health knowledge
- Improve functional ability to do day-to-day activities
- Promote joy of activity and independence
Who can Clinical Osteofit Classes benefit?
Clinical Osteofit can benefit those with:
- Osteoporosis
- Osteopenia
- Low bone density
- Increased risk for fractures and falls
When are Clinical Osteofit Classes?
This program runs year-round with the course occurring in monthly sessions. Registration will be offered at the beginning of each session.
Clinical Osteofit I
Monday/Thursday 3:00- 4:00pm with Larry Muir
Clinical Osteofit Class Pricing
1 hour kinesiology private appointment: $75 + tax
2 month registration: $15 + tax/ class. Full registration price depends on number of classes/month.
How do I get started?
Contact our Rehabilitation Coordinators at 250-598-9828 ext 2 or clinic@shelbournephysio.ca to set up your initial assessment with our Kinesiologist Larry Muir!