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Am I at risk for Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis generally affects older women and men, but it can occur in people as young as 35.... Play Video -
What is Osteoporosis?
When you have osteoporosis, it means you have low bone mass, and your bone tissue is... Play Video -
What causes Osteoporosis?
Osteoporosis is when your bones deteriorate, putting you more at risk for fractures. Play Video -
Diagnosing Osteoporosis
Many people don't even know they have osteoporosis, because there aren't any symptoms. Play Video -
Eating well
Whether you have osteoporosis or are trying to prevent it, diet is very important. Play Video -
Staying active
Physical activity is one of your best weapons against osteoporosis. Play Video -
Neutral spine
Your neutral spine is your body's most efficient, ideal alignment. It's important to practice... Play Video -
Single-leg stance
This exercise helps to improve your balance, which is really important for fall prevention. Play Video -
Standing bicep curl
This is an upper-body strengthening exercise. Resistance training is important -- whether... Play Video -
Scapular retraction
This is a great exercise for the postural muscles of the upper back. By doing it on an... Play Video -
Latissimus dorsi stretch
The latissimus dorsi is a large muscle in your body. This exercise helps strengthen that... Play Video -
Pelvic tilt
This is an abdominal strengthening exercise. It's important not to do a sit-up or crunch if... Play Video -
Thoracic spine extension
Compression fractures are common in the thoracic spine, particularly when you're bending... Play Video -
Standing spine stretch
This weight-bearing exercise will help you elongate the spine and stretch your back muscles. Play Video -
Ball squat
This is a lower-body strengthening exercise. It also helps you practice your neutral spine and... Play Video -
Wall push-up
The wall push-up is a great exercise to help you practice your neutral spine, as well as... Play Video
