Osteoporosis Exercise and Education Class

Description

Osteoporosis is a condition where there is a reduction in bone mass and weakening of bone structure such that bones become fragile and can easily fracture.

This four session class will teach the necessary tools to help prevent osteoporosis-related fractures and provide education about proper and safe exercises to improve your strength, balance, posture and body mechanics. Classes meet for 1.5 hour sessions, once per week for 4 consecutive weeks and are taught by El Camino Hospital Physical Therapists with specialized training in Osteoporosis.

Dates: Wednesdays beginning January 22, 2014
Time: 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Fee: $50.00 for 4 sessions which includes all materials Registration Registration is required.

For further information, please contact The Physical Performance Institute at 408-866-4059.

Registration closes on January 17, 2014.

Requirements: People attending this course must be able to get up and down from the floor. Mats will be provided for each participant.