There's an Osteoporosis Support Group that meets on the 4th Monday of each month at Laurel Manor. Purpose is to educate and share info. Jean Gaull leads.
Jean also teaches "Living with Osteopenia/Osteoporosis" at the Lifelong Learning College. I've seen catalogs at a Regional Rec Center. You can also find it online at:
The Villages Lifelong Learning College enrichment classes for adults.
The course is listed in the "Health and Wellness" section. When I downloaded the catalog, it was on page 31. This is the description:
Begin by becoming informed about this silent disease. Upon
completion of this course you will be able to make an informed
decision when consulting with your doctor. The topics covered
are: Osteoporosis drugs on the market and their side effects; the
role of diet and exercise as an alternative to drugs; proper walking
techniques as a weight bearing exercise; interpretation of the
FRAX and DEXA scan tests; participate in back strengthening
exercises accredited by the Florida Physical Therapy Assoc. to
correct posture and prevent Kyphosis (curvature of the Thoracic
spine). The class will have the opportunity to experience the Low
Intensity Vibration therapy on a Marodyne LIV device. This is a
non-invasive treatment, approved by OSHA and proven in
scientific studies to safely increase bone density.
June