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Osteoporosis Care
Osteoporosis: Is there something you can do about it?
Oakhurst Physical Therapy uses the Meeks method (By Sara Meeks, P.T., G.C.S.) in the treatment of Osteoporosis.
Oakhurst Physical Therapy's simple and effective program strengthens bone, relieves pain, improves posture and balance and restores some body height. With this method, emphasis is placed on strengthening the back extensors, the deep layer of muscles of the back that hold the body up against the force of gravity.
You will walk taller and look better.
Watch out for exercises that can harm your back.
If your current exercise program includes sit-ups, straight leg raises, toe touches, or knee to chest movements, you are at risk! Research has shown that forward bending (flexion) exercises can cause compression fractures of the spine.
Oakhurst Physical Therapy's program contains no dangerous flexion movements.
Oakhurst Physical Therapy will provide you with the best care and information, needed to help with the treatment and prevention of Osteoporosis. Depending on your needs, the physical therapist may also work on your balance and posture. Improved balance will help you prevent falls. Posture is important throughout your life (as your mother told you), but it's especially important if you have or could have osteoporosis. Poor posture can mean that your upper back is more rounded than it should be. A rounded back puts more pressure on your spine, increasing your risk of spinal fractures.
Your physical therapist may also teach you new ways to safely handle your "daily activities," such as getting in and out of bed or a chair. With weakened bones, those activities-ones you once found simple-can be challenging, and if you fall, you could fracture a bone.
A physical therapist can help you learn and maintain good posture.
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