One does not necessarily have to be unstrapped in order to be injured in turbulence, though it most definitely reduces the risk and gravity of injuries significantly.
Apart from being thrown around, the second main reason for turbulence-related injuries is being hit by flying objects (including unstrapped passengers).
That's why you may be asked to stow away any loose items when the fasten seatbelts sign is switched on, in order to reduce the risk of flying items. But yes, I agree with you Mike, the cabin should have been secured at this stage of the flight, which includes both seatbelts and stowing away loose items.
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