Level 1: Pool-based exercise for arthritis.
Level 2: For individuals who have mastered Level 1. Demands greater work on specific muscle groups and increased repetitions.
Aquatic rehabilitation for clients with chronic injuries, recovering from surgery or other medical conditions, or those needing support to get active in the water.
Provide clients with specialized one-to-one individualized assessment and therapy appointments by a PT and/or OT. Suitable for clients pre-op and post-op, and for clients of all ages and types o...Read More
The Learning Centre has a lending library of books, videos, dvds on the many forms of arthritis. Bluebird Gift Shop Call the Answers Line 604- 875-5051 or 1-800-321-1433 or email info@bc.arthrit...Read More
For clients with arthritis, osteoporosis, physical limitations or joint replacements.
Level 1: Pool-based exercise for arthritis for beginners
Level 2: For individuals who have m...Read More
A supervised program assisting clients through education and exercise in fall prevention awareness.
Referral: Referred by VCH and other health care professionals.
Program Cost: c...Read More
Improve bone health and reduce the risk of falling. Learn proper weight training, flexibility and balance exercises in a small group in the weight room training studio led by a certified persona...Read More
It's never too late to get stronger! Strong bones build a solid foundation for improving balance, posture and confidence in everyday activities. Bone density and muscle mass are both affected by...Read More
The Cerebral Palsy Association of BC is committed to raising awareness of cerebral palsy (CP), assisting those living with CP, and working to realize equality. We accomplish this through our var...Read More
Classes for clients with arthritis and/or joint pain:
- Osteofit (Churchill House)
- Levels 1 & 2 (Molly Nye House; Silver Harbour Centre)
- Level 1 Adaptive (Molly Nye H...Read More
Feel invigorated in a full body stretch class that involves passive and active stretching to improve flexibility and muscular balance.
This program is for people who have completed and advanced beyond the Joint Replacement Rehab Program and wish to continue with a personalized weight training program. The pool portion includes ...Read More
This program is for adults who are waiiting for or who have had joint replacement surgery. Embark on a personalized weight training program that will help you improve the strength, stability and...Read More
For clients with osteoporosis, arthritis, diabetes, fibromyalgia, stroke rehab or requiring pre-joint replacement rehab. Also for those after joint replacement surgery. Program allows clients to...Read More
Nordic walking provides exercise and socialization. For all seniors at all levels and those with osteoarthritis, osteoporosis and those at risk for falls. Tea and goodies are served after the wa...Read More
Gentle exercise techniques on chairs, using bands, weights and miniballs. Drop-ins welcome.
With the support of a multidisciplinary team, this program offers assessment, education, and referral to support services for the self-management of osteoarthritis at any stage of the disease. <...Read More
This introductory exercise program, developed for individuals with Osteoporosis, combines small movements, relaxed sitting and work with very light hand-held weights and therabands.
For clients of all ages with osteoporosis and osteopenia, including seniors who want a safe and effective workout. Some floor mat work may be offered.
Education and Exercise Program: Lev...Read More
iHealthMD Medical Clinic offers MSK Pain Management with Trigger Point Injections and K LASER Therapy and Acupuncture. Some procedures covered by Medical Services Plan of BC. Some procedures are...Read More
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