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Osteoporosis Series – Blog 3 – Crazy for Calcium

by Karen San Andres, Reg PT, November 19, 2013

  When I think back to how I ate as a teenager, I question how much calcium was really in my diet. Not my most nutritious years for certain, but we often forget that these are the most important years for laying the foundation for a lifetime of bone health. I think we often take […]

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Osteoporosis Series – Blog 2 – Exercise for Healthy Bones

by Karen San Andres, Reg PT, November 13, 2013

    I would like to share with you the components of a safe and effective bone building exercise program and why each is important for bone strengthening and decreasing bone loss. I hope after reading my first blog, Osteoporosis -The Silent Thief, you are encouraged to read on and take charge of your bone health […]

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What the FCAMPT are you talking about?

by Karen San Andres, Reg PT, November 11, 2013

What the FCAMPT are you talking about?   In December 2012 I was awarded a Fellowship with the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (CAMPT). CAMPT is the governing body in Canada that ensures education programs here meet the standards of the International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physiotherapists (IFOMPT). So needless to say, fellowship is a […]

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Osteoporosis Series Blog 1 – The Silent Thief

by Karen San Andres, Reg PT, November 7, 2013

  In recognition of November being Osteoporosis Month in Canada, I am putting together a 4 week blog series to bring you some important education and awareness on this insidious bone disease that can strike at any age. I would be happy to meet with you and share more information I learned from my Bone Fit™  Training with Osteoporosis […]

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DOMS – Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

by Karen San Andres, Reg PT, October 23, 2013

  Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness – DOMS       Starting a workout program can be challenging. Making the time to exercise, creating a balanced routine, and sticking to the plan are hard enough but add the muscle soreness that comes with adapting to that program, and it may be difficult to stay on track. Chances are, […]

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