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Osteoporosis often goes undetected and untreated: How doctors are changing that
Osteoporosis can affect people of any age, but it is a common condition among older adults because people start losing their bone density around the age of 50 and older. According to the Food and Drug Administration, there are an estimated 10 million Americans with osteoporosis, and more than 80% are women.
Source: Medical Xpress
Winter Wisdom: Simple Ways to Protect Your Back All Season Long
Winter brings plenty to enjoy—snowy mornings, holiday gatherings, and cozy nights indoors. But colder temperatures, icy conditions, and seasonal activities can also place extra strain on your back and spine. From snow shoveling and travel to shopping and spending more time indoors, winter presents unique challenges that can increase stiffness, discomfort, and the risk of injury.
Source: Spine Health Foundation
Seated salsa - the miracle movement to help ease back pain
Lower back pain is a chronic condition that affects hundreds of millions of people around the world. A simple exercise could be a big help. And the best thing? You don't even have to get up to do it.
Source: BBC
Managing chronic back pain
There are many possible causes of chronic back pain. Besides an injury, common ones include fibromyalgia, degenerative disc disease, spondylitis (inflammatory arthritis of the spine), vertebral compression fractures caused by osteoporosis, and spinal stenosis. Your treatment path for these conditions can vary. For all of them, however, you’ll most likely begin with conservative approaches to address the pain, typically over-the-counter pain relievers and physical therapy.
Source: Harvard Health Publishing
What to know about exercises for spinal stenosis
Certain exercises can help individuals with spinal stenosis improve their strength and maintain mobility. Examples include knee hugs, pelvic tilts, hip bridges, calf stretches, and more.
Source: Medical News Today
