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Margaret Martin

Margaret Martin is a Physical Therapist with 36 years of clinical experience. Her expertise is in the treatment and prevention of osteoporosis through exercise, safe movement and fall prevention. For the last 15 years, she has concentrated on bone health and has treated thousands of patients for their osteoporosis, osteopenia and low bone density.

Margaret is the author of three books on osteoporosis and exercise. All books are available on Amazon in both print and Kindle formats. She has produced a number of home exercise workout videos on safe exercise for people with osteoporosis.

She is the creator of the continuing education course, Working with Osteoporosis and Osteopenia. This course is accredited by all Physical Therapy Licensing boards across the United States. Thousands of Physical Therapists in the United States, Canada and around the world have completed her training course. Margaret has trained physicians, Physical Therapists and other healthcare staff at Genesis Rehab Services, Jewish General Hospital in Montreal, Charles Lemoyne Hospital in Montreal, Ottawa Hospital Rehabilitation Centre, Bruyere Hospital in Ottawa, Osteoporosis Canada, and West Carleton Family Health in Ottawa.

Margaret graduated from the School of Physical and Occupational Therapy at McGill University in Montreal, Canada in 1984. She is licensed to practice Physical Therapy in Ontario and California.

Margaret's work in osteoporosis and Physical Therapy has been cited in a number of Physical Therapy textbooks. She has been interviewed as an expert in osteoporosis prevention and treatment by WebMD, the Toronto Star, CTV Ottawa Morning Live, the Senior Rehab Project podcast, and Dr. Rebecca Risk's podcast, Falling Through the Cracks.

She has done research with McGill School of Physical Therapy into the use of a web-based exercise program for patients with osteoporosis. Margaret has presented at the Canadian Physiotherapy Association and the Ontario Physiotherapy Association on treating aging adults and osteoporosis.

She is the proud recipient of the 2011 Award of Distinction from the College of Physiotherapists of Ontario for her significant contributions and achievements as a Physiotherapist.

Margaret operates her Physical Therapy clinic, MelioGuide Physical Therapy, in Ottawa, Ontario where she focuses on patients with osteoporosis, osteopenia and low bone density.

Best Exercise Equipment for Osteoporosis

January 15, 2011 By Margaret Martin 20 Comments

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Many of my clients who workout at a gym ask me what I think is the best exercise equipment for osteoporosis.  They ask what type of weight lifting they should do for osteoporosis.  Further, they wonder if free weight exercises are appropriate and safe for building bone strength, improving balance … [Read more...] about Best Exercise Equipment for Osteoporosis

Filed Under: Osteoporosis Exercises

Tai Chi for Osteoporosis

November 20, 2010 By Margaret Martin 7 Comments

tai chi for osteoporosis

Tai Chi can play an important role in your overall health. Although it has not been shown that Tai Chi for osteoporosis can lead to stronger bones, it can still be part of an effective exercise program for people with osteoporosis or osteopenia. Tai Chi for Osteoporosis Tai Chi can improve … [Read more...] about Tai Chi for Osteoporosis

Filed Under: Balance Exercises for Seniors

Bone Quality and Osteoporosis

November 18, 2010 By Margaret Martin 23 Comments

osteoporosis symptoms; Bone Quality and Osteoporosis. Bone Health

The stronger your bones, the greater their ability to withstand fracture. However, what is the best way to assess strength of your bones? Why do we only get bone mineral density (BMD) tests and not bone quality tests? This article will answer that question as well as define bone quality, discuss … [Read more...] about Bone Quality and Osteoporosis

Filed Under: Osteoporosis Prevention

Your Complete DEXA Guide

October 14, 2010 By Margaret Martin 12 Comments

bone density test preparation

This post teaches you everything you need to know about DEXA scans.  After reading this, you will be in a better position to ask your physician the right questions and make informed decisions. I will explain what a DEXA scan is, walk you through how to prepare for the examination, describe what … [Read more...] about Your Complete DEXA Guide

Filed Under: Osteoporosis Prevention

Orthotic Back Brace • Postural Kyphosis Brace

September 30, 2010 By Margaret Martin 3 Comments

orthotic back brace

I have been getting a lot of questions from physical therapists and physiotherapists on using a back brace for an osteoporosis posture. The most popular solution is an orthotic back brace (or postural kyphosis brace) to treat clients with osteoporotic compression fractures. This is an important … [Read more...] about Orthotic Back Brace • Postural Kyphosis Brace

Filed Under: Physical Therapy Continuing Education

Protein and Osteoporosis

September 30, 2010 By Margaret Martin 3 Comments

protein and bone health

What is the relationship between protein and bone health? Calcium and vitamin D are important for bone health, but the role of protein has been controversial. Nancy Robinson, RD, recommends that a bone-healthy diet include 25 to 30 grams of protein at three meals per day. Pharmacist Kent MacLeod … [Read more...] about Protein and Osteoporosis

Filed Under: Osteoporosis Nutrition

Physical Therapy for Osteoporosis

September 26, 2010 By Margaret Martin 22 Comments

physical therapy for osteoporosis

What is the role for Physical Therapy for osteoporosis prevention and treatment? The Physical Therapy profession has a key role to play in the prevention of osteoporosis. Osteoporosis and Physical Therapy Physical Therapists are the movement experts. We understand the musculoskeletal system and … [Read more...] about Physical Therapy for Osteoporosis

Filed Under: Physical Therapy Continuing Education

Juvent 1000 Dynamic Motion Therapy Platform Review

June 21, 2010 By Margaret Martin 8 Comments

juvent 1000

I am a Physical Therapist and I specialize in treating patients with osteoporosis. In 2010, I had the opportunity to test the Juvent 1000 Dynamic Motion Therapy (DMT) Platform at a Physical Therapy training course. I decided to evaluate the whole body vibration Juvent 1000 Dynamic Motion Platform … [Read more...] about Juvent 1000 Dynamic Motion Therapy Platform Review

Filed Under: Osteoporosis Exercise Equipment

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