Physical therapy in Bellingham, Washington.
Exercise is vital for bone health because it stimulates bone growth and helps maintain bone density, which is especially important as we age. Weight-bearing activities, like walking or resistance training, put stress on bones, signaling the body to strengthen them. This can help prevent or slow the progression of osteoporosis, reducing the risk of fractures. Additionally, exercise improves muscle strength, balance, and coordination, all of which help prevent falls and further protect bone health.
If you have been given a diagnosis of osteopenia or osteoporosis, then you know about the value of strengthening exercises. Not only do you need to work on upper and lower body strength, but you also need to improve your balance and reduce the stresses on your spine. In this video, I talk about 4 basic exercises all Osteoporosis patients should do. Please let me know if you have any questions,
Thanks,
Ed
