Osteoporosis Prevention Classes – Sydney City CBD

If you have been diagnosed with osteoporosis or osteopenia strength training can maintain, or even improve your bone mineral density, in addition to other positive health benefits.

Osteoporosis exercise classes have 3 main focuses:

1. Improving bone density through high level loading
2. Improving muscle strength and posture
3. Improving balance and coordination reducing the risk of falls

Yes they are, you are welcome to book an individual exercise session with a physiotherapist or a duet session for you and a friend.  The advantages of this would mean the session could be tailored more to your individual needs.

The osteoporosis classes are small to maximise the time and attention you receive on each piece of strength equipment.  Class size is generally up to 4 persons.  Classes will include the use of our functional trainer machine, and total body resistance (TRX) exercises, resistance bands and weights along with targeted exercises specific to your diagnosis.

This program is appropriate for people who have no prior training experience.  However, each new participant will need to complete a 30 minute assessment with a physiotherapist.  This assessment will check that you do not have any pre-existing conditions or injuries that may require treatment before you commence. Every exercise within the class can be tailored to your existing strength and fitness level and specific osteoporosis needs and exercises will be increased inclemently as your abilities increase.  Please discuss any concerns you have with your physiotherapist during your assessment before you commence your sessions.

Osteoporosis prevention classes run for 45 minutes, and cost $56 per session. Up to 4 participants are in each class.  All classes are run by Physiotherapists. Most health funds provide a rebate for physiotherapy classes – item code 560, with extras cover.  It is a health fund requirement that you have a physiotherapy assessment before commencement of the class.

First call us to book a osteoporosis prevention assessment with a physiotherapist.  During the assessment you will be able to familiarise yourself with the equipment, while enabling your physiotherapist to tailor exercises to your individual needs and fitness level.  After the assessment you can choose to book more one on one sessions or to book into a class.  If you have a time and day that is suitable for you and your friends, why not contact us to enquire about commencing a new group session.  If you would like to discuss your fitness goals please contact our experienced staff at Macquarie Street Physiotherapy, located in the Sydney City CBD on 02 9221 1604.