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Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Sep 1 6:23pm | Replies (25)
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Thanks very much! With regard to exercising, are you limiting yourself to those exercises provided by the Schroth PT or have you found another resource? I happened to sign up for 3 classes for seniors offered by the local dept of recreation (bone builders, building strength with resistance bands, and steady strength) before I was told about my risk of spinal fracture. I'm not sure if those would be safe in terms of scoliosis but hopefully my Schroth PT can help.
With regard to weight lifting, what is your routine and where did you find help with this?
Thanks again, Judy
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Scroth exercises are not for muscle building, only stretching and alignment. Check with your Schroth PT about what strength building exercises you can do additionally. It would probably be good for you to work with a regular PT knowledgeable about osteo, separately from your Schroth training, to teach you safe movement. I would highly recommend exploring Sherri Betz's website.
https://www.drsherribetz.com/osteoporosis
She has online classes and privates and is a wealth of info.
When I was first diagnosed, I found a PT who was knowledgeable about osteo. She taught me how to move safely; hingeing at the hip with a flat back when bending and lifting, dead man's roll to get out of bed, etc. Once I knew those things, I could safely work out on my own. I go to the gym 1-3 times a week and am lifting heavier weights than I did when I was in my 20s. Build up slowly, safely and carefully.