December Events for Bone Health
Posture Power
Monday, December 4, 4:30–5:30pm EST
Peer Educator Ellen Khalifa
You have the power to prevent broken bones that can lead to disability and loss of independence. This free virtual live event will help you unlock this power. The secret is proper body mechanics! You’ll learn the right and wrong ways to do your everyday 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 covering the importance of posture and body mechanics to prevent fractures, with quick techniques for safe movement. Postural changes affect our bones and body as we age. Knowing proper alignment and the correct type of exercises can improve postureand help reduce the risk of fractures. In addition, you'll learn the right ways to do youreveryday activities. So stand tall and get the most out of life!
Stepping Out Strong
Wednesday, December 13, 6:00–7:00pm EST
Host: Tampa General Hospital, Tampa, FL (Virtual)
Peer Educator Beth Maberry
Falls are the leading cause of hip fractures, so get your balance in check, and learn simple exercises you can do at home to improve balance, strength and flexibility!
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OX0RvfwOQrWeqkHWbirzfw
Stepping Out Strong™ is a community-oriented program focused on fall prevention to keep people on their feet. Every 13 seconds, an older adult is seen in anemergency department 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 balance, strength and flexibility!