Program details

Bones For Life is a NEW centre purposefully dedicated to whole-person BONE health, meaning Osteoporosis prevention and management.

We run the science-based ONERO exercise program based on the Liftmor study, which is fully endorsed by Healthy Bones Australia. ONERO uses key exercises to build bone, muscle, reduce falls, improve posture and assist with physical independence.

We also have GP consultations specific to Bone Health, and we host Group Education Sessions targeted to all things Bone health related: - diet, exercise, understanding Bone density scans and medications.

Opening hours:

All days of the week Monday to Friday, afternoons and evenings.

Cost:

All patients MUST first have an initial consultation with our EP or Physio: Cost $140 (rebate of $60 if referred by GP on a Care Plan)
Classes (membership): $40 per week for unlimited classes ($20 per class if you attend 2x per week)

Target age:

50 Plus

Participants who would not be suitable for the program:

Not suitable for participants who:
- have dementia/cognitive impairment
- are post-surgery
- have back/disc issues
- have cardiac or respiratory restrictions
- require mobility aids

Special requirements or conditions:

Each participant MUST undergo an initial assessment
Comfortable exercise appropriate attire

Minimum experience:

Beginner

Leader qualifications:

Exercise Physiologist

Physiotherapist

Private health insurance rebates:

Yes