Health Programs


2013 Adult Education Programs


 

Arthritis Remedies Expo 2013 (See Flyer)
Thursday, May 16, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Innovative Health & Fitness, 8800 S. 102nd Street, Franklin
To Register: Call 448-3097

5:30-6:00 p.m. - Visit our Vendors
6:00-6:45 p.m. - Joint Fluid Therapy For Degenerative Arthritis
                              Dr. James Rydlewicz, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon
6:45-7:30 p.m. - Visit our Vendors
7:30-8:15 p.m. - Oh My Aches And Pains!
                              Dr. Satish Lahiri, MD, Rheumatologist
8:15-8:30 p.m. - Visit our Vendors/Wrap Up

Over one million people in Wisconsin suffer from Arthritis or a related condition.  People with Arthritis face many challenges as a result of the disease, but the good news is there are many ways to meet those challenges and lead a fulfilling life.  At this event you can talk with expo providers, participate in screenings, and hear two physician presentations.


 

Freeing Your Body Toward Greater Movement Through
Feldenkrais & Tai Chi 
(See Flyer)
Wednesday, May 22, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Franklin Public Library, 9151 W. Loomis Road
To Register: Call 425-8214
Presented By: Eleanor Nowacki, PT, Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner & Michael Culotti, Certified Instructor of Tai Chi Fundamentals, Aurora Health Care

Feldenkrais Movement and Tai Chi are two alternative forms of exercise to promote relief from pain and improve mobility.  Learn how simple easy movements can help improve range of motion, improve posture, and help to make sitting more comfortable.  Participants will be led through a series of movements.  Please dress in loose, comfortable clothes. 


 

Why Movement is Important to Your Health (See Flyer)
Tuesday, June 11, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Franklin Public Library, 9151 W. Loomis Road
To Register: Call 425-8214
Presented By: Thomas Fenske, MD, Cardiologist, Wheaton Franciscan Medical Group, Milwaukee & Franklin

While you may not need to exercise to be healthy, you do need to move.  A little daily movement ignites your body's immune system and healing mechanisms.  Your body has evolved to actually crave movement to aid processes like immunity, digestion, circulation, detoxification, and hormone regulation.  Learn easy steps you can take for a healthier lifestyle.


 

Supplements or Food? How to Get the Nutrients You May Be Missing
Thursday, June 20, 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Franklin City Hall, Common Council Chambers, 9229 W. Loomis Road
To Register: Call 425-9101
Presented By: Judy Mayer, Outpost's Nutritionist

We are what we eat and our food choices have a huge impact on our health.  Nutrition is a major force that can change the outcome of chronic disease.  Scientific evidence increasingly supports the view that changes in our diets can have strong effects on health throughout our lives.  This not only affects your present health but disease prevention later in life.  Your history doesn't have to be your future.


 

Franklin Health Department
9229 W. Loomis Road
M-F, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
 
Phone:  414-425-9101
Fax:  414-427-7539

 

Health Programs


The City of Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability in its programs or activities.