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STOP! Don't do this if you have osteoporosis

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: 2 days ago | Replies (255)
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@melia7

to Maggie25
Your observation about a danger of flexion of the spine was useful. Thanks! I too have severe osteoporosis of spine. I wonder if spine extension is risky too? I use to do a lot of such exercises.

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maggie25 | @maggie25 | Jul 31 2:59pm

I was told the vertebrae are softer toward the front of our bodies and extension is ok. But I think moderately.

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cat1203 | @cat1203 | Aug 1 8:30am

Its OK to do extensions.

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activebcgal | @activebcgal | Aug 18 7:42pm

Hi @maggie25. I've been told that both flexion and extension are risky as they put extra load on the spine that can lead to fragility if done too often. Ideally, we want to build strength and endurance in the muscles that support the spine, so we can hold it in "neutral" position while doing everyday activities as well as sports. The approach is suggested by Stuart McGill, PhD, a Canadian researcher who studies biomechanical forces on the spine. He wrote book called The Back Mechanic. I found the book useful for learning how to move more safely. Perhaps you would like it, too.

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