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High impact foot hop study 50 hops a day for osteoporosis
Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: 5 days ago | Replies (49)Comment receiving replies
@hansens
While I have I have added jumping and hopping without issue most of the time over the past 2 years, I have also overdone it on several occasions and ended up with knee issues, like right now....
My pt is encouraging caution with jumping, focusing on strength and stability around the joint. I will proceed cautiously and try to find my safe level, because impact seems so vital for bone health.
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@sonodeka
I am also trying to incorporate jumping/hopping/ heel drops into my exercise routine. I’m cautious since I experienced 3 compression fractures 3 years ago. Recently, I bought my grandchild a ‘skip it’ from Amazon. As I was demonstrating how to use this toy, I thought it might be useful for bone building. My doctor is afraid I will trip using it, and I might; but I can do 50 jumps relatively easy. My feet barely come off the ground. I hope it is enough impact, but I’m not sure how that can be measured ( my whole weight is on one leg for the 50 jumps and then I switch to the other leg).
I also use a vibration plate that I purchased off Amazon. If nothing else, it is suppose to help your lymphatic system, but I was intrigued that NASA uses vibration plates when their astronauts return to earth. I’m constantly trying to sift through the research and select what resonates with me because the information on treating osteoporosis is all over the board.
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@sonodeka
You may want to try a light hand hold/touch on counter or back of sturdy chair or stair railing to enable you to land with less 'wobble' or jerk in your knee, & also if able, land with soft knee position or slight bend. I am in similar position as my knees have issues. I am trying my best to practice what I preached after retiring as a physical therapist with osteoporosis.