Lora M. Giangregorio PhD

Dr. Giangregorio is an Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Waterloo. Her research aims to increase physical activity and reduce osteoporotic fracture risk in older adults. She is a member of the Scientific Advisory Council for Osteoporosis Canada, with whom she partners on a number of initiatives to improve patient and health care provider education.
Her research team has worked with Osteoporosis Canada to develop BoneFit, a two-day workshop for physiotherapists and kinesiologists on appropriate assessment and exercise prescription for individuals with osteoporosis. She also led the development of the Too Fit To Fracture Exercise and Physical Activity Recommendations for Individuals with Osteoporosis.