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Exercise for better bone and joint health

Posted Aug. 19, 2013

Sonia Bibershtein, a physiotherapist with the Multidisciplinary Osteoporosis Program at Women’s College Hospital, discusses how exercise can enhance bone and joint health.

This information is provided by Women’s College Hospital and is not intended to replace the medical advice of your doctor or health care provider. Please consult your health care provider for advice about a specific medical condition. This document was last reviewed on: Feb. 24, 2014

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