Osteoporosis is a condition that affects the porosity of a person’s bones. With osteoporosis, the bones have an increasing amount of holes, which affects the strength of the bones themselves. As a result, fractures and breaks are common, even from “mild stresses such as coughing and bending over,” reports the Mayo Clinic.
According to the European Journal of Rheumatology, an estimated 200 million people are currently living with osteoporosis. Thankfully, certain lifestyle adjustments can improve osteoporosis symptoms, one of the best options being physical therapy. With the help of physical therapy, those living with osteoporosis can treat their symptoms and relieve pain.
Here are five additional benefits of physical therapy for osteoporosis:
Custom Exercise and Strengthening: Because a person’s bones are more brittle with osteoporosis, all exercises must be done safely to avoid injury. Alongside a physical therapist, you’ll be able to ensure that all of your movements and weights used are adequate for your age, physical activity level, and bone density.
Program Tailored for Each Individual: Like the last point, physical therapy is an excellent option for those wishing to improve their symptoms and bone health with an individualized, closely monitored approach. With osteoporosis, physical therapy is not one size fits all, so you will be assessed and prescribed the right movements for your body specifically.
Improve Balance and Posture: Osteoporosis makes a person’s bones weaker than normal and can significantly increase the risk of fractures and breaks. As a result, as many precautions as possible must be taken to reduce the risk of injury, including improving balance and posture. Physical therapy is a safe, effective way to improve balance and stay fit.
Non-Surgical Option: For those hoping to improve their osteoporosis symptoms without resorting to surgery, physical therapy is an excellent option. With consistent training alongside a physical therapist, impressive results are possible. At OsteoStrong, our participants report stronger bones after just 10 minutes with us per week!
Promote Wellness and Recovery: Physical therapy can improve many different conditions, osteoporosis included. The act of moving your body safely and effectively will promote a sense of wellness and recovery that will continue to ease your symptoms and hopefully encourage the lifestyle changes needed to live comfortably with osteoporosis.
At OsteoStrong in Mercer Island, Washington, we specialize in unique and custom exercise programs to improve bone density and reduce joint and back pain, all in just 10 minutes per week with us. Claim your free session today!