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Fracturing easily - how do you manage everyday life?
Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Jun 4 11:40am | Replies (50)Comment receiving replies
I have spinal fractures. There are some things I still cannot do (lift over a certain weight, open sticky windows etc.). But a good PT and maybe OT (some PT's are enough) will teach him how to do some of these things safely. Instead of bending over, for instance, stay straight and bend down with knees. My legs are strong because I use them to lift, get up and so on- not my back.
I cook by sliding pots along the counter. Sometimes I put the pot on and use a glass to fill it with water. I drag bags of laundry rather than carry. He will have to learn how to make accommodations and life will get easier- and once the Forteo improves the bones. I know how hard it is!
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All good suggestions, many of them are the same as I have done while recovering from fractures. PT guidance as to what is safe is invaluable. Also, I recommend one of the “reacher” or grab it” tools when no one is around to reach for things above him or off the floor. They are awkward but useful. Good luck and hope the Forteo works for him.
@windyshores , this is exactly what I have been doing modifying all my chores! I have an amazing PT , and have learned how to use my legs to pick up things, carry groceries ( hold bags at sides straight back), stoop down and pick up light items from the floor. I do weights 4-5 days a week, walk and do resistance exercises. I don’t easily give up, no pity pot anymore.
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Thank you for sharing. I read this to my husband because I think it’s good for him to hear from others with more experience. He said thank you.