Welcome to our Patient Resource Hub
Information to support you after a recent fracture, or if you are concerned about your bone health. Whether you were seen in a fracture clinic as part of our Fracture Screening and Prevention Program (FSPP), or found this page while searching for reliable guidance online, these resources explain what your fracture may mean, what steps come next, and how to protect your bones moving forward.
I've broken a bone
Start with the Fracture Journey to understand why it happened and how to prevent the next one.
Start the Fracture Journey →I'm concerned about my bones
Learn about exercise, nutrition, treatment options, and preventing falls at home.
Explore prevention resources →Your Fracture Journey
Have you broken a bone from a slip, trip or fall? In this free online journey, learn more about:
- Why you may have broken your bone
- How you can reduce your risk of breaking another bone
- Management options including exercise, nutrition and prescription medication
- How to reduce your risk of a fall and fracture
- How to manage the pain of a broken bone
Exercise, treatment and support
Exercise Booklet
Evidence-based guidelines developed by physicians, exercise professionals, researchers and patients — with practical advice to help you apply them.
- Exercise tips to prevent falls and fractures
- Safe, osteoporosis-friendly movement
- Yoga, Pilates, walking and running
- Tools to plan your routine
Exercise Videos
In partnership with the University of Waterloo and the Geras Centre, Osteoporosis Canada created a video series on safe, effective exercise — sharing the stories of four people and how they stay active.
Watch the series
Treatment Options
Evidence-based information on medications — how they work, who they're for, and what to expect during treatment.
- When treatment is recommended
- Types of medication
- How treatments reduce fracture risk
- Duration of therapy and reviews
- Calcium, vitamin D and lifestyle
Patient handouts in six languages
Ask your healthcare provider for printed copies, or download them here.
Fall Prevention
For people with osteoporosis, falls are a leading cause of fractures — but fall prevention strategies can significantly reduce this risk and help maintain bone health, independence and quality of life.
🏠 Hazards at home
- Slippery floors or loose rugs
- Poor lighting in hallways, staircases and bathrooms
- Unstable furniture or cluttered walkways
- Lack of grab bars in bathrooms or handrails along stairs
👤 Personal risk factors
- Balance issues or muscle weakness
- Vision impairments
- Certain medications that cause dizziness or drowsiness