Facts About Osteoporosis from Comfort Keepers Senior Care in Troy, MO

Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle. If it gets bad enough sometimes even mild stresses like bending over, or coughing can cause a fracture. The following website from the Mayo Clinic can help you understand more about this condition.

Osteoporosis

Exercise and Osteoporosis from Comfort Keepers Elderly Care in Troy, MO

Many women with osteoporosis become so afraid of falling that they cut back on exercise and the activities they enjoy. This could be detrimental to their overall health and put them at even a greater risk of falling. Staying active can increase balance and muscle strength and help their overall well being. Of course you should always talk to your doctor before starting a new exercise routine. The following article shows even more benefits and suggests what type of exercises would be the most helpful.

Exercising with osteoporosis: Stay active the safe way