December Events for Bone Health – Bone Talk

Posture strength

Monday, December 4, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM EST
Peer educator Ellen Khalifa

You have the power to prevent broken bones that can lead to disability and loss of independence. This free live virtual event will help you unlock this power. The secret is good body mechanics! You will learn the right and wrong ways to perform your daily activities to protect your spine from injury. Stand tall and get the most out of life!

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_AGdTxcc7Rz-ixNKWiGOWxg

Posture Power™ is an ongoing program that addresses the importance of posture and body mechanics to prevent fractures, with quick techniques for safe movement. Postural changes affect our bones and bodies as we age. Knowing proper alignment and the right type of exercises can improve posture and help reduce the risk of fractures. In addition, you will learn how to properly perform your daily activities. So stand tall and get the most out of life!

Going out strong

Wednesday, December 13, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM EST
Host: Tampa General Hospital, Tampa, FL (virtual)
Peer educator Beth Maberry

Falls are the leading cause of hip fractures, so keep your balance in check and learn simple exercises you can do at home to improve your balance, strength and flexibility!

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OX0RvfwOQrWeqkHWbirzfw

Stepping Out Strong™ is a community-based fall prevention program to keep people on their feet. Every 13 seconds, an older adult is seen in the emergency room for a fall, and falls are the leading cause of hip fractures. So get your balance checked and learn simple exercises you can do at home to improve your balance, strength and flexibility!