3 Important Facts About Osteoporosis of the Spine

[@margaretmartinpt]

I explain osteoporosis of the spine and how to avoid a vertebral compression fracture.

[@annemariek2481]

Is there anything in Scotland U.K. that’s of help exercise wise. I feel totally ignored. Osteoporosis diagnosis ten years ago. Never sent for exercise.can’t afford gym membership . Thank you Margaret for doing these videos. I feel more informed in many ways.

[@donnawattenhofermorrison4799]

Thank you for another great video on the upper spine…I have purchased your videos for the ACTIVE and Day one and two and while doing those two days, I am able to do all and feel comfortable but the third day I am struggling with the prone exercises where you are doing the M and the W, I can’t seem to lift my head off the floor without being so uncomfortable, I am lifting the arms without lifting the head which I hope is still giving me some strength in that area, I will continue with building up some strength but I was disappointed that I could not do these the way they needed to be done but I am great on all the others…keep building us up one vertebrae at a time!

[@Hyun626]

Hi can a Spane injury be healed?

[@r.p.8906]

I never knew about the thoracic osteoporosis. Why do the drs not address this fundamental knowledge. It is so logical and yet, not a single word! Your video is so caring and so knowledgeable. Thank you. 💗

[@cathcoombs4450]

Hi Margaret, Thanks so much for this video. I have osteoporosis in the spine so this is very useful for me. Can you please clarify, do the impactful exercises like running then not worth doing if the problem is in the spine? So you would recommend weightlifting primarily?

[@veronikaong4447]

Thank you Margaret, it was great to understand the problems we all have in the senior days, your talk is uplifting…🙏🌻🌞

[@normablodgett9367]

Great information! Thank you. Can you do a video on safe weight bearing exercises for people with prolapse isses

[@nanaprn7809]

What kind of prolapse??

[@normablodgett9367]

@@nanaprn7809 Bladder prolapse or Cystocele. Thank you for responding!!!!

[@lucyyoung3180]

Great 👍 informational presentation of exercise for osteoporosis podcast by Margaret thanks 😊👍🙏 for knowledgeable presentation

[@Valerieann100]

I really enjoyed your blog on keeping our bones strong as we age that makes lots of sense in how we exercise. I’ve been doing Yoga and now Pilates as well. Following your advise and movements will help immensely. I feel grateful to have found your videos. You’re just what I needed at this time feeling bewildered from a diagnosis of high risk fractures caused by Osteopenia. Thank you for allowing me to follow you! 🌈👍🤗

[@margaretmartinpt]

Happy to help. Thank you for following me.

[@ruth5498]

Dear Margret, Thank you for these important to know facts about the spine. This is so helpful! All the best to you!

[@margaretmartinpt]

You are welcome

[@Byscane1234]

I like how you were to this as a lifestyle, as it’s ongoing

[@laurasabino4962]

This is so helpful and so appreciated! Thank you!

[@margaretmartinpt]

You are so welcome!

[@ardiffley-zipkin9539]

great explanation of key areas.

[@sheilafreeman672]

So informative. Thank you.

[@Epark58]

Hi Margaret, and this video when you were talking about the importance of upper body strength, is it more important to be getting the upper body strength sitting down or standing up? Or does it matter? Thank you.

[@monicav4614]

You reference several links and point to the top corner of the screen, but links do not show up. Please let us know where to find the videos and information you mention. Thanks!

[@juneanderson4355]

Going off Prolia causes compression fractures NEEDS TO BE STRESSED. thanks

[@kalsoomjavaid2563]

Very important information it look like it is meant for me to follow

[@christinet488]

Thanks Margaret, I have both of your books. I also train in Australia using the Liftmor method, so I am doing my best. This Wednesday I have my follow-up scan after 12 months. I also take Vit D and get 1300mg calcium per day from food. So it will be interesting to see how my scan goes.

[@irenecampos2491]

Can you share if you were successful with your regimen. Could you share if your results improved. Thanks!

[@christinet488]

@@irenecampos2491 Yes my bone density improved by 3.6%, with going to Bone Clinic in Brisbane, Australia twice a week doing the Onero Program and I also consumed 1300mg calcium per day and take one vit d3 tablet a day. I'm on no medication at present.

[@irenecampos2491]

@@christinet488 that’s amazing. I am searching for solutions for my low bone density which is getting worse. I’m ordering Margaret’s book for sure and delving into her website. I’m trying to figure out what kind of diet I can follow but it’s all so complicated.I’m going to look into the lift more program to see if I can find it here in Texas USA.. if you are willing to share any tips on diet or anything else you did I would love to hear about it. I’m so afraid. I did a popular machine based program at a location here in austin that was really expensive for a year and my bone density still went down but I had my second scan on a different machine so not sure if that matters. I would love to know any tips you can share on what you did for such great results.You here different things plant based versus others and it’s so hard to know what to do. I’m leaving my email here in case you are willing to share here or by email: [e-mail]

[@rebit6511]

How was your check up?

[@afrouzkhakpour7067]

Thanks ❤

[@ムガル帝国-o5r]

Very informative/ Helpful..👌 Way of demonstration is also wonderful....!!!👍Loved it...!!!🐳 🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@margaretmartinpt]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@Nemo-yn1sp]

I wonder if you have a playlist of those videos mentioned? Would be so helpful to have links in the description. Thanks for all the information you share, I've been a subscriber for about a year. :)

[@rossiele]

Very informative, thank you!

[@margaretmartinpt]

You are welcome

[@fra6560]

I loved your explanetion,thank you Maggie,what about Tai Chi practice,has any help to osteoporosis ?🙏👍

[@tonykelpie]

Previously bone density studies on female athletes have shown that rowers had denser lumbar vertebrae.

[@terrirecker4566]

What about upper body resistance bands?

[@ramasharma7703]

Even I want to know

[@JN25376]

Excellent video! Thank you, Margaret.

[@margaretmartinpt]

Thank you

[@christinehoffman1825]

Thank you 😀😀😀

[@eiseneisen5115]

Please show the exercises that helps.Iam from India 63 years old. My T.score is -4.7.

[@r.p.8906]

amazing!

[@bjacob9998]

Will the balance exercises help with scoliosis?

[@giovanna5643]

❤❤❤Thank you ❤️❤️❤️

[@christinehardy4553]

Hi Margaret - how about brisk walking while wearing a weighted vest (10 lbs.)? Is this helpful for the spine and hips? Thank you!

[@margaretmartinpt]

I discuss that in some detail here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/in6blKOMbK2qbLM

[@shirleyw8522]

Love your channel. The information is great! Do you know if the echolight is approved by health Canada? Is there a clinic in Ottawa doing that?

[@margaretmartinpt]

At this point the echolight is not available in Canada. I am not sure about the Health Canada process.

[@lucyyoung3180]

Hi ☺️ Margaret Martin your podcast presentations very educational on osteoporosis, and the best advice movements of exercise to protect the spine and body structures, more power to your program podcast

[@sylviehorgan5498]

i have a lot of pain associated with thoracic fractures. i had some RFA done which did not help with the pain. I am 56 years old and i have been out of work since October. the fracture occured back in June. what can i do for the pain, i have to go back to work. thank you.

[@mohsnbabakhani7407]

Hi please introduce some exercise for Low back pain thanks

[@persistente1]

What do you think about forteo treatment for osteoporosis. I was recommended by my dr

[@margaretmartinpt]

You should discuss this and other pharmaceutical treatment with your physician.

[@janesun8283]

There are no links shown on the video about the related exercises?

[@tonykelpie]

Weight machines can avoid the need for a spotter

[@karent.8245]

Hi Margaret. I've been doing your better bones exercise program for many months/year-ish. I have progressed starting with the 2nd level (I forget what it's called... ). I'm at the elite level but often wonder how much weight, in dumbells, that I should he lifting. When doing the overhead lift while stepping up, I'm using 8lbs quite easily, but not sure in regards to micro trauma how heavy I should go. Thoughts? And thank you

[@margaretmartinpt]

Congrats on progressing through the program. If you are able to maintain good form. Have no pain with lifting and are at a low to moderate fracture risk you can lift to a weight that allow you to fatigue within 8 reps. If you are not comfortable increasing your weight with the step up - break up the step up and the overhead lift. Do them as two separate exercises. You can also challenge yourself with the cadence, 2nd and 3rd tip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/epyciJiflNaniqs I hope this helps. Stay safe. keep strong. Margaret

[@karent.8245]

@@margaretmartinpt Great! Thanks so much Margaret.

[@Conny226]

Is it ok to go to a chiropractor if you have osteoporosis?

[@theresa94010]

Good question, I'd like to know the answer as well.

[@eiseneisen5115]

You didn't show any exercise for improving the spine muscles.

[@karent.8245]

Yes she did under J Boccia comment

[@jboccia739]

Hello do you have a progressive exercise program in video format that can be followed

[@margaretmartinpt]

Yes. You can find my exercise videos here: learn.melioguide.com/workout-videos

[@rharmel]

I have a water rower at home, and would like to know if rowing is a good exercise to build spinal strength?

[@margaretmartinpt]

I cover rowing form in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h5KxgqWLpdKgndE

[@lindakautzman7388]

Thank you..really depend on this information..as I dont have knowlegable PT available

[@irenep811]

Can’t seem to see the links

[@sierra734]

I had an MRI at 26 I’m now 52 ! It showed arthritis all over my tailbone and a missing disc , which had ruptured and bone on bone has worn away . Crazy it was that bad at 26 . The dr told me if I didn’t move properly everyday I would be in pain .

[@Padraigp]

Did your disc ever grow back?

[@sierra734]

@@Padraigp no

[@Padraigp]

@@sierra734 ah that's a shame

[@Candleflower42]

Hi Margaret, I’ve been doing the exercise where you go on your toes and then thump down, so re the dangers you just stated re thumping down in a chair, should I not do the standing thump? My spine score is -2.5. Thanks!

[@margaretmartinpt]

I can't provide medical advice for specific situations in the absence of an assessment.

[@ahoritaHOY]

Good info. Me, not terrified at all. JK. :0