Osteoporosis Physiotherapy The Osteo-Circuit ™ Method of Exercise and Education

Osteo-Circuit™ is an evidence-informed Physiotherapy Exercise and Education Program for people with osteoporosis. Physiotherapists can play a key role in decreasing risk of fracture as well as promoting health and independence. Unique features of the Osteo-Circuit™ model include the application of extensive theory, and the understanding of current medical management, as it relates to the Physiotherapy management of the osteoporosis patient. The detailed assessment of each patient, whether fit or frail, with or without vertebral fractures, male or female, of any age, leads to the prescription of an individualized and progressive exercise and education program.

A Program Evaluation with the University of Toronto demonstrated there was a statistically significant decrease in fall and fracture risk in post-menopausal women who adhered to the program. The Program Evaluation recommended OsteoCircuit™ be expanded to other clinics and community settings.At the completion of this course, Physiotherapists will have the theory and printed material to immediately provide an evidence-informed, individualized, and progressive exercise program for their patients with osteoporosis.