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FITNESS & FUNCTION LLC on-site and in-home health, fitness and first aid training Portland, Oregon 97229 503 267-1030 fitnessfunction@comcast.net
503-267-1030
4808 NW Bethany Blvd., Suite 12 PMB 167
Portland,
Oregon
97229
fitnessfunction@comcast.net
Many chronic medical conditions can be more effectively managed, controlled and treated with exercise. Exercise is Medicing. We provide a safe and effective bridge for you to cross from the structured clinical treatment to home-based and community exercise. We work with you following treatment for clinically documented chronic disease, musculoskeletal injury and/or disabilities and provide effective exercise training when you have a compromised immune system for which home based exercise reduces risk of infection. We assist in carrying out instructions of the healthcare provider while providing you with support and guidance.
Osteopenia, osteoporosis and osteoarthritis: Preventing osteopenia, better manage and treat osteoporosis and osteoarthritis requires therapeutic bone and joint exercise such the OsteoBall exercise training program. A bone and joint exercise program that combines isometric and isotonic training provides a comprehensive approach to training, reconditioning, and rehabilitation for osteopenia, osteoporosis type I, osteoporosis type II, and osteoarthritis. Cancer exercise training: Cancer treatment often comes with many side effects, some accute and long-term and some that affect the body later in life. You have the real potential to change these side effects with exercise intervention. Exercise training can help with rehabilitation, reducing and preventing declines in physical function. Exercise increases your reserves and enhances quality of life. Exercise has also been proven to reduce the risk for recurrent and second cancers. In-home exercise training is particularly important for individuals with suppressed immune systems by reducing the risk of infections. Supervised exercise is recommended for those with cognitive challenges due to "Chemo Brain." Exercise is safe for individuals at risk for lymphedema when following specific guidelines click the link to learn more.
Cardiovascular disease: exercise training to enhance function, health and fitness in the management and treatment of heart disease. We offer the PAD(Peripheral Arterial Disease) Exercise Training Program as well.
Diabetes/metabolic disease: Appropriate exercise can make dramatic improvements in blood sugar (A1C) without the side effects commonly experienced with many medications and thus reduces risk factors for heart disease. Benefits may include improve blood glucose levels and A1C, better lipid profile (cholesterol-HDL and LDL, triglycerides), reduction in blood pressure, reduced body fat and enhanced metabolism.
Neurological disorders: The right exercise prescription can dramatically improve functional health and fitness and better manage conditions such as fibromyalgia, stroke, improve physical function with multiple sclerosis, and Parkinson's disease.
Frailty: improving muscle strength, joint stability and balance can significantly improve muscle mass which enhances strength, power and the functional ability of aging adults.
Pulmonary disease: Optimizing oxygen utilization through consistently performed exercise has been shown to improve quality of life in individuals with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Immunological/hematological disorders: arthritis, acquired immune deficiency syndrome, anemia, chronic fatigue syndrome, lupus and cancer. Exercise in particular can be very beneficial during cancer treatment and recovery, especially breast cancer. Exercise and physical activity helps to retain lean muscle tissue, prevent fatigue, slows or prevents bone loss, reduce lymphedema symptoms and enhances quality of life.
We have your prescription for health
Fitness & Function LLC., supports "Exercise is Medicine," managed by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) in cooperation with the American Medical Association (AMA). Exercise and physical activity are important in the prevention, management and treatment of many chronic diseases. We closely work with your health care provider for optimal benefits of physical activity and exercise helping you reach your goal. Please click "Exercise is Medicine™" and the keys to success video series.
FITNESS & FUNCTION LLC., NW Mobile Health and Fitness Professionals Personal fitness training, fitness assessments, wellness seminars, AHA First Aid, CPR, AED, BBP Training, Senior Fitness Care, Therapeutic Exercise, Weight Loss. 503-267-1030 / fitnessfunction@comcast.net fitnessfunction@comcast.net Serving the Portland Metro area, including Portland, Lake Oswego, Tigard, Milwaukie, West Linn, Beaverton, Hillsboro and surrounding areas.
