Ageing is a natural part of life, but pain does not have to be. While many believe sore joints and daily discomfort are inevitable, pain should never be dismissed as “just getting old". Pain is personal and subjective, yet unfortunately older adults are often undertreated. Misconceptions, reluctance to “be a bother,” and the complexity of multiple medications all contribute to pain being overlooked.

Have you ever heard of force plates? Join us for a conversation with Michael McBryde who is a Strength and Conditioning coach and massage therapist specialising in advanced biomechanical assessment and performance coaching. Find out about appropriate loads for improving bone density through exercise. 

Physiotherapy plays a vital role in preventing and managing osteoporosis. To talk a little bit more about the relationship of physiotherapy and Osteoporosis we were joined by Angela Willsmore APA Titled Sports and Exercise Physiotherapist, APA Titled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist and director of Good Country Physiotherapy. In this conversation we learn more about how Physiotherapy can help with strong bones.

Have you ever wondered how people find out they have osteoporosis or even what it’s like to live with it? Join us today where we hear a lived experience perspective of osteoporosis and find out why getting a bone density screening is important.  

We were joined by Olivia Warnes, Accredited Practicing Dietitian and Accredited Sports Dietitian, where we talked all about eating the correct foods and important lifestyle factors for healthy bones. Listen here: