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Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Nov 8 9:44am | Replies (215)

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@lashu

Thanks for sharing. Do you have a personal trainer? Or a reference site/book/internet that you use for guidance? I will be seeing a physical therapist this week, where my strength will be measured and exercises assigned. I hope to strengthen my bones(now with osteoporosis, especially the lower spine at 3.8) without medications. I hope this message is not repetitious. If so, please forgive.

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@lashu I first went to PT for pelvic floor therapy. They referred me to a gym with personal trainers where I received a discount for 3 months. That was more than 2 years ago and I liked working with a personal trainer so much that I’ve continued. We work on strength, balance, and flexibility. I’ve learned far more from the personal trainer than I could have imagined on my own. I can workout at the gym anytime I choose, too, without the trainer.

as others have mentioned, Melioguide (https://melioguide.com/) is a great resource for learning how to move and exercise safely. She has very informative videos on appropriate exercise with osteoporosis. Surprisingly, most PTs are not familiar with limitations in movement in those with osteoporosis. I've had many PTs since being diagnosed and I've always had to tell them what movements I would not do as most had no clue that curling forward was contraindicated. Best to educate yourself first so that you can educate them and then get a plan of appropriate and safe exercises.