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123 St. Anne’s Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R2M 2Z1 Tel: 204.772.3498 Fax: 204.772.4200 Email: [email protected]
www.osteoporosis.ca/manitoba
Charitable Registration Number/Enregistrement: 89551 0931 RR 0001
Hello!
Please find enclosed our Winter/Spring 2013 Spinal Column newsletter. I hope you will take a moment to read it and save the dates for a number of upcoming activities including our Spring Forum on Thursday, April 25, 2013.
Please feel free to share this information with family, friends and colleagues to assist us in spreading the word.
Regards,
Janet Choboter, Executive Director
Make your FIRST break your LAST: Insist on Assessment
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123 St. Anne’s Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R2M 2Z1 Tel: 204.772.3498 Fax: 204.772.4200 Email: [email protected]
www.osteoporosis.ca/manitoba
Break Through Support Group Peer support group for those with, or at risk of, Osteoporosis
Next session starts April 4 Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: Jonathan Toews Community Club No fee but registration is required
The group will run weekly on Thursdays starting April 4 through May 16 from 1:00-3:00 pm. Sessions are conducted by experts on all aspects of living well with Osteoporosis including nutrition, safe exercise, medications and falls prevention. A new topic is addressed each session and light refreshments are provided. There is no fee to attend but registration is required as space is limited.
Upcoming Events
Spring Public Forum: Achy vs Breaky
Date: Thursday, April 25, 2013 Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm
Location: Reh-Fit Fitness Centre 1390 Taylor Avenue, Winnipeg, R3M 3V8
Details inside...see pg. 4
Newly-Diagnosed Information Session Held monthly Access current, accurate information Network and share experiences Date: To be announced Time: 1:30-3:00 pm Location: 123 St. Anne’s Road No fee but registration is required
Receiving a diagnosis of osteoporosis can be frightening. This program offers participants an overview of osteoporosis and current, evidence-based information about how to live well with the disease. There is no fee to attend but registration is required as space is limited.
“bone china is fragile… our bones don’t
need to be”
New facts and figures The risk of suffering a second spine fracture within the year following the first is 20%
A penny saved... Wondering what to do with all those pesky pennies? We can help! Just bring them to the Manitoba Chapter office and we will be pleased to accept them, rolled or not. Funds raised will go toward repairing our outdoor signage. We’ll need about $700, so every cent will help!
Q: What’s holding you up?
Issue 7 Osteoporosis Canada, Manitoba Chapter March 2013
Spine Sparing Techniques… OC Award Recipients…
Tea with a Twist… Funny Bone…
Public Forums… Featured OCM Supporter…
MLCC Coin Boxes… Greetings from OCM Chair...
Volunteer Opportunities... Celebrity Quote...
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Osteoporosis is not
a normal part of aging
Should I do Yoga? Many Yoga positions are designed to improve balance and core muscle strength but there is little research on whether or not Yoga helps prevent falls or fractures. In addition, it is difficult to make general recommendations about Yoga because there are many different types of Yoga practice as well as different individual teaching philosophies. Furthermore, many yoga postures emphasize twisting and forward or backward bending, and these activities are not advisable for someone with a spine fracture or who is at high risk of a spine fracture. Balance postures are also a part of some Yoga practices, and these, too, should be done cautiously by individuals who have a moderate or high risk of fracture. Individuals with osteoporosis who wish to do Yoga should consult a professional who has special training in Bone Up, Bonefit™ or a similar training program.
Spine Sparing Techniques During activities of daily living or during exercise, choose to bend forward by using your hips as a "hinge" instead of bending forward with your spine; turn by stepping with your feet rather than by twisting the spine.
Be aware of activities that require you to bend forward, twist the spine or lift loads overhead. Avoid doing these movements repeatedly throughout the day, while holding heavy objects (like groceries or laundry), or holding these positions for a prolonged period of time. If you must do these activities, keep the loads light and keep your movements gentle and controlled. Avoid activities that combine these types of movements. e.g. avoid lifting while twisting or bending.
If you must lift something heavy, use your lower body muscles to help you.
When you are sitting, the weight of your upper body places more load on your spine than when you are standing, so it is more dangerous to twist or lift objects in a seated position. Lying down on your back is the position where your spine is under the least amount of load – this is often the best position to start to exercise your spine extensor muscles. If you have an exaggerated kyphosis, you might need a pillow under your head to lie down comfortably.
Only extend the spine to the position where you are most upright (as if you are standing as tall as you could, as in the pictures below) – do not try to extend past that (i.e. backwards).
COPN Membership Sharing…supporting…informing: COPN connects people affected by osteoporosis from coast-to-coast-to-coast.
Members receive COPING, a free newsletter offered primarily in an electronic format. COPING provides information you can trust and contains the latest medical information on osteoporosis and treatment options, reviewed by Osteoporosis Canada’s Scientific Advisory Council. If you don’t have e-mail access, COPING can be mailed to you bi-monthly. Click here to join COPN or call the Chapter.
Osteoporosis Canada Award Recipients
We are proud to announce that two of our volunteers, Barbara Cinnamon and Marg MacDonell, have received Osteoporosis Canada’s (OC) Backbone Award and Volunteer of Distinction Award, respectively.
The Backbone Award recognizes those volunteers who, through their actions, efforts and ideas, have made a significant impact to the success of OC. Barb Cinnamon, a retired pharmacist, joined the Manitoba Chapter (OCM) in 2007. She continues to share her professional expertise at the Chapter’s Health Knowledge Training and was recently appointed Vice Chairperson.
Barb’s many activities include sitting on several committees and writing articles for the Chapter’s newsletters. Barb is a willing volunteer who pitches in and gets involved in OCM activities. The Backbone Award clearly defines her contribution to OC.
The Volunteer of Distinction Award honors an exceptional individual who has made a superior, sustained contribution to OC and has demonstrated outstanding leadership in his/her volunteer capacity; and we are happy to announce that Marg MacDonell has received this award.
Marg has volunteered with OCM since 2002 and has served in leadership roles and on task forces both locally and nationally, as well as having represented OC internationally. Marg’s visionary commitment to OC has left an enduring mark on building the capacity of OC. Besides Marg’s on-going committee work and leadership, some of her outstanding contributions come in the area of patient advocacy.
Marg’s passion and commitment will continue to benefit OC as well as osteoporosis patients, professionals and volunteers.
Congratulations Barbara and Marg! We are proud that Osteoporosis Canada has honoured you.
My fake plants died because I did not pretend to water them. Mitch Hedberg
Social media links
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Canadian Tire Money™ Do you have Canadian Tire 'Money? You can put it to good use by helping us to purchase office shelving and storage bins at Canadian Tire Associate Stores. Get your family and friends to save it for us too - every cent helps. Drop it off next time you’re at the office!
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5th Annual Tea with a Twist Guests, celebrity tea pourers and bartenders, musicians, models and Chapter staff and volunteers enjoyed a delightful afternoon on October 21st at the Caboto Centre. Chris Berti, bass and Rick Boughton, piano, along with emcee Colleen Bready of CTV created an atmosphere of entertainment and celebration. Keeping in mind Osteoporosis Canada’s theme, Make Your FIRST break your LAST , a witty
Hon. Kerri Irvin-Ross pouring tea
Each year in Canada there are about 30,000 hip fractures – and many more Canadians suffer osteoporotic fractures affecting the spine, wrist, shoulder and pelvis
New facts and figures
skit, “Aunt Jane’s Broken Wrist” was presented by Jeanette Jackson and Barbara Cinnamon.
The afternoon featured tea-tinis blended by celebrity bartenders Roger Currie, writer/broadcaster and Doug Speirs of the Winnipeg Free Press. A light lunch complimented with herbal teas by Cornelia Bean was enjoyed while viewing a stunning runway of autumn fashions by Nygård. The ever-popular Rainbow Auction brought the Tea to another successful close.
Many thanks to our sponsors: Seine River Retirement Residence, Cornelia Bean, Nygård, The Winnipeg Free Press and CTV; to Barbara Cinnamon and the Tea with a Twist committee; and to the many Rainbow Auction donors.. Your generous support has helped ensure that another Tea with a Twist was enjoyed by all!
A: Your bones!
November 2012 Public Forum
On the evening of November 13th, community members, volunteers and experts gathered at the Masonic Temple to learn about the diagnosis and management of the debilitating bone disease, osteoporosis. Emcee for the evening, Andrea Bedard, maintained the flow of celebration, information, questioning, and gratitude.
To publicly celebrate OCM’s Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Award Winners, the prestigious medals were presented to the Chapter’s Executive Director, Janet Choboter and the following committed volunteers: Marg MacDonell, Marian Kremers, and Sally Thomas. Their expertise and diligent work over the years has had a positive impact on the lives and families of Manitobans living with osteoporosis.
Stories from three women and one gentleman living with osteoporosis, as well as the professional voices of Marian Kremers, Pharmacist; Emily Hunter, Physiotherapist; Anna Pohorecky, Registered Dietician; and Andrea Bedard, Kinesiologist, conveyed the impelling message that those at risk of osteoporosis must be pro-active in seeking a professional diagnosis. Subsequently, if diagnosed as osteopenic (bone mineral density (BMD) is lower than normal yet not osteoporotic) or as osteoporotic (-2.5 BMD), a comprehensive wellness management plan to sustain a healthy and productive lifestyle is vital.
In closing, Andrea shared her personal wish that future forums would include more participation from those individuals who are parents of young families. And, as always, acknowledgement and gratitude were given to our sponsors: Pharmacy at Safeway, The Winnipeg Free Press, and Dairy Farmers of Manitoba.
Practicing Tai Chi at the Spring Forum
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Spring 2013 Public Forum: “Achy vs Breaky” Presented in partnership with The Arthritis Society and Reh-Fit, our annual spring forum will be held Thursday, April 25th from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at the Reh-Fit Fitness Centre, 1390 Taylor Avenue, Winnipeg, R3M 3V8. Dr. Colin Burnell, BSc, MD, FRCSC, Assistant Professor UofM and Dr. Brent Kvern, MD, CFPC, FCFP, Associate Professor, UofM, Family Medicine, will help you understand the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options of arthritis and osteoporosis, plus get your questions answered by a panel with Drs. Burnell and Kvern and pharmacist Michelle Glass, BSC (Pharm). Light refreshments will be served. There is no fee to attend but please call the Chapter office to register as space is limited.
Calcium and Drug Interactions Because calcium can interfere with the absorption of other drugs, do not take other medications within 1-2 hours of taking calcium, or as indicated on the product monograph of the other medication. Tell your doctor about all prescription and non-prescription drugs you may be using. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval. Click here to read more or contact the Chapter office for more information.
Click here to calculate your daily calcium intake or contact the Chapter office to receive a brochure
Bone Bits
Children and adults need regular weight-bearing and resistance exercises to maintain and build strong bones.
News from Brandon Branch The latest Branch meeting was held January 22nd with five people in attendance. It was a bitterly cold night! We celebrated November Osteoporosis Month with an article in the Brandon RHA Newsletter that focused on ‘Make Your First Break Your Last’ and a Health Promotion display in the Hospital. We’re busy planning our Spring forum with Dr. Heather Frame on May 11th in Brandon (venue TBA) and are looking forward to participating in the MLCC coin box fund-raiser. We are keen to start providing educational presentations and look forward to presenting in Carberry in the Spring.
Contact Leanne Treloar at [email protected] for information about the Branch or Joan McTavish 204-727-8951 for information, brochures or pamphlets, or to request a presentation.
Featured OCM Supporter
The Winnipeg Foundation
The Winnipeg Foundation has long been recognized through its vision: A Winnipeg where community life flourishes. Founded in 1921 by William Forbes Alloway, the Winnipeg Foundation’s mission is to be a catalyst for strengthening community well-being, now and for future generations, by promoting philanthropy, creating partnerships, and supporting diverse charitable organizations. This mission is fulfilled through four integral pillars: grant-making, leadership, stewardship, and communication.
The Winnipeg Foundation connects donors to community needs in the areas of community service, education, health, environment, heritage, arts and culture, and recreation. Donors’ gifts are pooled and invested in order to distribute grants to this wide variety of programs and projects. By identifying particular needs, local registered charities can apply for a grant from the Winnipeg Foundation.
The Manitoba Chapter of Osteoporosis Canada (OCM) has applied for and been awarded these integral grants over recent years. This financial support is vital to the success of our organization, and to its on-going work in educating and supporting the citizens of Manitoba in the early diagnosis and treatment of this devastating illness, osteoporosis. OCM is grateful to be supported by The Winnipeg Foundation.
Coin Boxes at MLCC Once again, in April we will be placing OCM plastic donation boxes in Winnipeg and Brandon Manitoba Liquor Control Commission (MLCC) outlets. The revenue from these boxes stays in Manitoba to educate and support Manitobans so they can live well with Osteoporosis, so try to give generously.
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Calcium Supplements & Risk of Heart Disease Recently concern has been raised regarding potential increased risk of coronary events in association with calcium supplements. The research studies which have been completed have been relatively small and have been of less than ideal design. Further research with large well designed studies is needed. Osteoporosis Canada recommends that daily intake of calcium be obtained largely from dietary sources. If this is not possible then supplements may be used preferably calcium carbonate or calcium citrate following discussion with your doctor regarding the safe dose for each individual. Contact the Chapter for more information.
The many benefits of milk products Did you know that only one out of three Canadians consumes recommended servings of milk products every day? This is indeed the case, even though milk, yogurt and cheese are naturally nutritious foods that keep us healthy.
The nutrients in milk products help prevent bone health problems like osteoporosis. But the benefits don't stop there. Many studies show that milk products may help prevent other diseases such as hypertension, obesity and colon cancer.
According to Canada’s Food Guide, adults between the ages of 19 and 50 should consume two servings of milk products every day, while adults 50 and over should include three servings of milk products in their daily diet.
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Greetings from OCM’s Chairperson I sincerely hope that everyone enjoyed a happy and healthy holiday season. I am proud of the successes and accomplishments of the Manitoba Chapter and I would like to thank our staff, volunteers and sponsors for all their hard work and support during 2012. Without their tireless dedication and commitment, we would not have been able to offer the excellent educational programs and fantastic fundraising events that were held. Now that 2012 has come to a close I look forward eagerly to the exciting new year filled with many fresh challenges and great new opportunities.
Planning is well underway for 2013. Fundraising events will include some of our old favourites such as our elegant Cheese and Wine Evening and our fun-filled Bridge Tournament, as well as some new events such as our Applebee’s Flapjack Fundraising Breakfast and other events that are still in the planning stages.
Planning for our education events is also well underway. We will continue to provide educational opportunities and support to both the public and health care professionals as well as continuing education sessions for our volunteers. We are planning to add some new initiatives to our educational programming in 2013. More information on this will be published in upcoming newsletters.
The Manitoba Chapter of Osteoporosis Canada is dedicated to serving those living with Osteoporosis, their families, and everyone who is a risk of the disease. We are committed to promoting good bone health and reducing the number of fractures caused by osteoporosis. For current, accurate and scientific evidence-based information on osteoporosis, please contact the Chapter office. Cherylle Unryn, Chair
Volunteer Opportunities Please let us know if you are able to serve in either of the following positions:
Fund Development Chair: This volunteer joins the Board of Directors and would be responsible to develop, maintain, monitor and evaluate the Chapter’s fundraising budget and projects; and develop and monitor an annual plan for fund development activities. Time commitment of 6-8 hours per month for a minimum of two years.
Treasurer: This volunteer joins the Board of Directors and would be responsible to submit a balanced annual budget to the Chapter Executive reflecting the proposed activities outlined in the Board’s annual action plan. Responsibilities include preparation of monthly financial statements, overseeing the receipts and disbursement functions, reconciling and monitoring financial accounts and presenting a financial report at monthly Board meetings. Good understanding of Excel, financial statements and an interest in a not-for-profit organization are required. Time commitment is 6-8 hours per month; slightly more at budget time. Candidate should be willing to make a two year commitment to the organization.
Celebrity Quote
“I am very interested in fighting against osteoporosis because my great grandmother had the disease. I think that we all can live very nice, but we have to eat well you know, and we have to work out… and even if you don’t like to go to the gym, and lift weights and all of that – you can dance! That’s one of the best ways - you just have to move it, or you’re gonna lose it!”
Erika Ender (Panama/Brazil) pop singer
Osteoporosis Canada
MANITOBA CHAPTER
123 St. Anne’s Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R2M 2Z1
Phone: 204.772.3498 Fax: 204.772.4200
Email: [email protected]
MANITOBA BRANCHES BRANDON
Phone Joan McTavish at 204-727-8951 or
Email Leanne Treloar at [email protected]
SOUTH EASTMAN (including Steinbach)
Linda Rigaux Phone: 204.612-6484
Email: [email protected]
www.osteoporosis.ca
NATIONAL OFFICE Osteoporosis Canada 1090 Don Mills Road, Suite 301 Toronto, Ontario M3C 3R6 Phone: 416.696.2663 Toll-free (in Canada only) (English): 1.800.463.6842 (French): 1.800.977.1778 Fax: 416.696.2673
“Life expectancy would grow by leaps and bounds if green vegetables smelled as good as bacon.”
Doug Larson
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