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Osteoporosis/Osteopeniain Ocean Township and Sea Girt

Physical therapy can strengthen weakened bones and prevent further bone loss.

Osteoporosis is the condition where bone mineral density decreases to the point that you have an increased likelihood of fractures and the creation of new bone can’t keep up with the removal of old bone. Osteopenia is considered its precursor, with a decreased level of bone density that doesn’t yet meet the criteria for osteoporosis.

Medication, healthy diet, and weight-bearing exercise can all help prevent bone loss. Our expert orthopedic physical therapists will partner with you to develop the right treatment plan for your symptoms. Your therapist will help you build and maintain healthy bones, lower your risk of falling and experiencing a fracture.

Physical signs of osteoporosis can include:

  • Back pain, caused by a fractured or collapsed vertebra
  • Loss of height over time
  • Stooped posture
  • Bone fracture that occurs more easily than expected

Risk factors for osteoporosis can include:

  • Age
  • Sedentary lifestyle
  • Family history
  • Postmenopausal
  • Smaller body frame
  • History of gastrointestinal disorder
  • Eating disorder
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Osteoporosis/Osteopenia Treatment Locations

Ocean Township

1800 State Road 35
Suite 4
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
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Sea Girt

2123 Hwy. 35
Sea Girt, NJ 08750
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • A physical therapy visit lasts about 40-60 minutes. The actual contents of the visit vary based on your diagnosis/need, but typically what happens is:

    1. You check in with the receptionist, make any appointments necessary, and we discuss your health insurance benefits with you.
    2. You go into the clinic. You can change clothes if you need to, then begin therapy.
    3. You perform 6-8 various exercises and stretches. These can include therapeutic band exercises, light body weight exercises, or minimal weights. The stretches will promote strength, stability, improved range of motion, and pain relief.
    4. We can initiate other techniques to include manual work, taping, cupping, and dry needling as needed.
    5. The therapist makes recommendations based on your progress. These can include altering the frequency of visits, making additions/alterations to your home exercise plan, or things to do before your next visit.

  • We recommend budgeting 40-60 minutes for a typical therapy session. The only exception to this will be your first visit, which can take about 20 minutes longer due to the physical therapy evaluation your therapist will provide. We also recommend showing up about 10-15 minutes early to your first visit. This way, you can complete the paperwork before your visit time and streamline the process.

  • If we are asking you to do something that is hurting too much, let us know! Physical therapy should not be severely painful. It is not common to be so sore that patients are in pain or it affects their daily life. If this ever happens during or after an appointment, let us know and we will adapt your program.

  • During your initial evaluation, your therapist may ask you a number of questions to determine what the cause of your pain is. This can include questions about your sleep habits, activity level, and work environment. They will also ask for a medical history, and then typically ask direct questions about where and when you experience pain.

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