Joanne Fagerstrom, PT, CFP
Joanne Fagerstrom has been a licensed physical therapist since 1978 and is the owner of Mindful Physical Therapy, LLC, in Lafayette Hill, PA. She specializes in treating patients with osteoporosis and low bone mass (osteopenia).
Joanne places a strong emphasis on wellness in her treatment programs, and her additional certification in the Feldenkrais Method (completed in 2005) adds a unique dimension to her practice of physical therapy. Through appropriate, evidence-based exercise instruction and body awareness education, she aims to help each person achieve their greatest potential for function, health and wellness.
In 2009, after being diagnosed with osteoporosis, Joanne began the research and development of her comprehensive bone health program. She works with her patients both on an individual basis and in her weekly Strong Bones exercise classes. She presents the latest information in the field of osteoporosis in her annual workshop called Taking Charge of Your Bone Health.
In 2019, Joanne augmented her work by completing a 6-month online certificate program for nutrition through Cornell University.
Joanne is frequently asked to share her expertise in publications such as the Chestnut Hill Local, Weaver’s Way Co-op’s The Shuttle, and the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging’s Milestones – and even on ABC Channel 6 WPVI-TV! You can read and/or download PDFs of recent articles here –
Watch Online: Demystifying Your Dexa Scan. OsteoBoston YouTube Channel, Sept 14 2022.
Read Online: Wyndmoor Therapist Goes Virtual to Keep Patients Holding Steady. The Shuttle, Vol. 49, No. 1, Feb 2021. (Download as PDF)
Read Online: Take a Hike – It’s Good For Your Bones. The Shuttle, Vol. 46, No. 9, Sept 2018. (Download as PDF)
Read/Watch Online: WPVI-TV Health & Fitness: Stronger bones are target of specialized class, July 6, 2017.
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Read Online: To Fight Osteoporosis, Work on Balance and Strength. The Shuttle, Vol. 44, No. 12, p. 17, Dec 2016. (Download as PDF)
Read Online: Winter Fitness Strategies. PCACares Milestones, Dec 6, 2016. (Download as PDF)
Read Online: Good Posture. Good Function. Good Health. The Shuttle, Vol. 44, No. 1, p. 11, Jan 2016. (Download as PDF)
Read Online: No Bones About It: Here’s How to Prevent Osteoporosis. Chestnut Hill Local, June 18, 2015. (Download as PDF)
Read Online: Joanne Fagerstrom Spreads Gospel of Good Bone Health. Chestnut Hill Local, Feb 26, 2015. (Download as PDF)
Read Online: ‘Motion is the Lotion’ for Chestnut Hill Exercise Guru. Chestnut Hill Local, Oct 25, 2013. (Download as PDF)
Proud member and supporter of:
American Physical Therapy Association
www.apta.org
With additional membership in these Special Interest Groups:
Bone Health
Health and Prevention
Center for Science in the Public Interest This is one of the oldest independent, science-based consumer advocacy organizations in the country.
cspinet.org
nutritionaction.com
National Women’s Health Network
www.nwhn.org
A non-profit advocacy organization that monitors health research, regulatory agencies and health industry trends. They identify and expose abuses and catalyze grassroots action for change.
Feldenkrais Guild of North America
www.feldenkrais.com