workouts for osteoporosis

build bone density with weight-bearing exercise

Regular weight-bearing exercise, which causes muscles to work against gravity, can help build bone density – a key step to preventing osteoporosis. Walking is an excellent weight-bearing exercise, as is aerobics. Personal trainers at the Baptist East/Milestone Wellness Center can help develop a program for women at risk for osteoporosis or who have already been diagnosed. Options include walking, aerobics classes (both land and water) and resistive exercise in either of the Wellness Center's two exercise rooms equipped with the latest Cybex, FreeMotion™ and Keiser equipment. Use of the facility for osteoporosis-related exercise is limited to members only. Call (502) 896-3900 x302, or contact us online, today for a tour and learn how the Wellness Center can help bring fitness, good nutrition, vitality and balance to your life! class info

wellness center provides screenings, education

As a part of its health education and wellness programs, the Wellness Center offers regular osteoporosis screenings for a minimal fee. These screenings, taken at the heel, can help determine your bone density level and whether further testing (DEXA) is required. Screenings are open to the public. Call (502) 896-3900 x302 for a calendar of upcoming events.

baptist east offers bone density testing

Bone density testing can help spot osteoporosis, or loss of bone mass, measuring bone density in the wrist, spine and hip – likely fracture sites. Baptist Hospital East performs DEXA bone density studies – considered the "gold standard" for diagnosing osteoporosis.The testing can be used to detect osteoporosis before painful fractures occur and to see how well a patient is responding to treatment. To make an appointment, call Baptist East at (502) 897-8888.