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Many chronic medical conditions can be more effectively managed, controlled and treated with exercise and physical activity. We provide a safe and effective bridge for the patient to cross from the structured clinical treatment to mainsteam community or home-based exercise. We work with individuals following treatment and/or rehabilitation for clinically documented chronic disease, musculoskeletal injury and/or disabilities and assist in carrying out instructions of the healthcare provider such as post-rehabilitation while providing support and guidance to the individual. The exercise program is tailored to your goal, medical condition and follows healthcare provider's recommendations for optimum benefits to maximize your health and fitness potential. Call us at 503-267-1030 to get started. Osteopenia, osteoporosis and osteoarthritis: Preventing osteopenia, better manage and treat osteoporosis and osteoarthritis requires therapeutic bone and joint exercise, such as OsteoBall exercise training. Our bone and joint integrated exercise is a comprehensive approach to training, reconditioning, and rehabilitation for osteopenia, osteoporosis type I and osteoporosis type II, and osteoarthritis.
Cardiovascular disease: the right exercise program can prevent and manage hypertension, peripheral artery disease (PAD or PVD)-claudication, coronary artery disease, post by-pass, angina, post heart attack, angina, pacemaker.
Metabolic disease: Appropriate exercise can make improvements in lipid profile and blood sugar (A1c) without the side effects commonly experienced with many medications and thus reduces risk factors for heart disease, improve health and quality of life in individuals with conditions such as type 1- and type 2-diabetes, obesity, blood lipid disorders(LDL, HDL, Triglycerides & Total Cholesterol).
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, Parkinson's disease and spinal cord injury.
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 utilizationthrough consistently performed exercisehas been shown to improve quality of life in individuals with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease(COPD).
Immunological/hematological disorders: arthritis, acquired immune difficiency syndrome, anemia, chronic fatique 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.
Following orthopedic rehabilitation: Continuing PT recommended exercise and incorporating exercise for enhanced fitness is often necessary to return to a previous lifestyle and fitness level. We work with clients with the following conditions such as low back pain, sciatica, hip and knee replacements, ACL reconstruction, tennis elbow and rotator cuff impingement.
Intellectual and cognitive disabilities: dementia and Alzheimer's Disease, regular exercise prevens and slows down cognitive decline and improves quality of life, mobility and functional independence.
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 physcal activity and exercise helping you reacg your goal. Please click "
FITNESS & FUNCTION LLC., Mobile Health, Fitness and Wellness Professionals Personal training, fitness assessments, wellness seminars, AHA First Aid, CPR, AED, BBP Training, Geriatric 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.
