The individuals listed below are exercise professionals who have completed a BoneFitTM USA workshop. Through these workshops, they have been trained to work with people with low bone density. Use the tool to find an exercise professional near you! The BoneFitTM – Find a Professional search tool is not a complete listing of all healthcare… Read more »
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Do You Think About Your Bone Health?
The National Osteoporosis Foundation Joins Organizations Worldwide to Raise Awareness and Provide Resources about Osteoporosis and Bone Health on World Osteoporosis Day, October 20th ARLINGTON, VA (October 15, 2019) In the U.S. more than 54 million people either already have osteoporosis or are at high risk of the disease due to low bone density. Osteoporosis-related… Read more »
BoneFit USA
What is BoneFitTM? BoneFitTM is an evidence-informed exercise training workshop, designed for healthcare professionals and exercise specialists to provide training on the most appropriate, safe and effective methods to prescribe and progress exercise for people with osteoporosis. BoneFitTM includes two different levels of workshops ā BoneFitTM Basics and BoneFitTM Clinical. BoneFitTM Basics workshops are aimed… Read more »
Break Free From OsteoporosisĀ® Resource Library
The educational resources below are BHOF’s most up-to-date publications and videos geared towards patients, caregivers and the general public. These materials provide general information about osteoporosis and low bone density. They are not intended to replace the services of trained and qualified health professionals or to be a substitute for medical advice of physicians. For… Read more »
Welcome to the Healthy Bones, Build Them for LifeĀ® Patient Registry If you or someone you love has osteoporosis (or weak or brittle bones) or low bone density, you have the power to improve how we care for these diseases by sharing your experiences. Join Now A first of its kind tool in the osteoporosis… Read more »
New York Times Article: Your Lifetime Health Check Up Roadmap
This recent New York Times article details the routine screening exams you should undergo to catch health problems at any age, including asking for a bone density test in your 60’s. Many of the leading killers of Americans are chronic diseases that can be prevented with healthy habits like a good diet and plenty of… Read more »
Interdisciplinary Symposium on Osteoporosis
The Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation (BHOF) will host the next Interdisciplinary Symposium on Osteoporosis in 2025 (ISO2025). ISO2025 will offer educational sessions and networking opportunities to benefit many medical disciplines and specialties working with patients who have and/or are at risk for osteoporosis and fractures. Participate in CME/CE sessions to expand your knowledge of… Read more »
Cancer and Osteoporosis
Cancer patients face an increased risk for bone loss and fractures due to both the direct effects of cancer on the skeleton and to the side effects that come with many cancer specific therapies. Cancer surgery and treatments affect the entire body, not just the area of the cancer. Patients react differently to cancer treatment… Read more »
Cancer and Osteoporosis
Cancer patients face an increased risk for bone loss and fractures due to both the direct effects of cancer on the skeleton and to the side effects that come with many cancer specific therapies. Cancer surgery and treatments affect the entire body, not just the area of the cancer. Patients react differently to cancer treatment… Read more »
Break Free from Osteoporosis for Mayās National Osteoporosis Month: What You Need to Know About Your Bone Health at Every Age
National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) Issues Jumping Jack Challenge and Offers New Information and Resources About Bone Health The National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF) is celebrating Mayās National Osteoporosis Month with a variety of activities and resources to help people of all ages understand the importance of good bone health. NOFās call to action to Break Free… Read more »