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Question: What exercise should I do to relieve mid-back pain and increase strength in my back? I am unable to stand up straight as I used to. I am 79 yr. old and used to have an erect stature. Since losing height my back has begun to hurt too much to stand upright without a lot of stubborn determination!
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Brief Answer:
aerobic exercise
Detailed Answer:
Hi
it seems that you are having osteoporosis of back bones
get a x ray spine first and than we will decide on the basis of the x ray that what type of exercise is required.
some time in elderly ,especially if they have poor bone strength, heavy exercise may leads to fracture
meanwhile mild aerobic exercise will help you
take calcium and vitamin D supplementation if required
hope this will help
Take care
aerobic exercise
Detailed Answer:
Hi
it seems that you are having osteoporosis of back bones
get a x ray spine first and than we will decide on the basis of the x ray that what type of exercise is required.
some time in elderly ,especially if they have poor bone strength, heavy exercise may leads to fracture
meanwhile mild aerobic exercise will help you
take calcium and vitamin D supplementation if required
hope this will help
Take care
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
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