For many, a diagnosis of osteoporosis or osteopenia can be a scary thing — but it does not have to be.  There are many things you can do to keep yourself safe.  

Each of us has a unique bone health history often dictated by the amount and intensity of exercise that we do.  It is also influenced by the specific activities and hobbies that we love. 

If you have specific concerns that you have not found an answer to around exercise and body mechanics then you would benefit from a consultation.  

All consultations are conducted over video.  Your session with me is secure and private.

The assessment is based on your goals.  

The possible scope of items we can cover include:

1. Posture — You will be guided through best posture suggestion, stretches and strength exercises to assist your posture goals.

2. Body mechanics — Assessment and recommendations based on the demands that life presents to you.  This includes ergonomic evaluations of your workstation and hobbies (baker, potterer, golfer etc) including assessing if a certain chair is best for your spine.

3. Balance — Testing your balance is key to giving you the right balance exercises.  Improving your balance is essential to fall prevention.  

4. Strength — A review of your current routine to ensure safety and effectiveness. If you wish to use Exercise for Better Bones as your exercise guide I can determining the right level within Exercise for Better Bones or the Stronger Bones, Stronger Body series.  

5. Flexibility — Assessment of your flexibility is important.  Flexibility allows you to move with better body mechanics to keep your body safe. Specific recommendations will be provided.

6. Breathing — The right breathing pattern not only allows you to lift heavier but also protects you from hernias or prolapses (women).

1. You will receive a comprehensive medical intake form to complete. 

2. Along with the intake form, please send me your bone mineral density (DXA) results, MRI’s results, X-ray results or any other pertinent test results.

3. All documentation is reviewed before our one-on-one session.

4. You will ensure that your device is set up so that I can see you fully from head to toe in standing and lying. You will need a soft surface to lie on, either a pillow and a towel.

5. The coaching/consultation is 60-minute in duration and is via online video.

6. Within one business day, I will email you a detailed summary of steps you can take to address your bone health concerns.

All follow-on one-hour sessions are $150 USD.

Nutrition and Pharmaceuticals
The emphasis during a phone or online consultation should be on exercise and activities of daily living. I can do a broad review of osteoporosis nutrition and pharmaceutical question, but limit how far I can go into one of these topics. If you want to have a detailed discussion on osteoporosis medications, I encourage you to consult with your physician.

How Long Before Your Appointment?
Please note that my calendar is generally very full so I may not be able to see you for several weeks.

Step 1 • Purchase a Consultation
Click on one of the blue buttons on this page to purchase a 60 minute session.

Step 2 • Secure a Time on My Calendar
Once the payment is settled, Richard will contact you directly to set up a time on my calendar.

Step 3 • Complete the Intake Form
After Richard schedules your appointment, our booking system will prompt you to complete an online intake form.  You will have a chance to provide your health history details and goals in the intake. Margaret will review this before the consultation.

If there is information that you would prefer NOT to go into the online form, you can save that information for the consultation and share it with me as we speak. If you have a DEXA test, scan it and send that via email to our email address.

Step 4 • Consultation Setup
We use a secure video connection for our conferencing sessions.