A qualified orthopaedic surgeon can help you design a training program that works best for you and minimizes the chances of a knee injury. Q. I am 60 years old and have just learned that I have osteoporosis. I am taking estrogen and calcium supplements, and I have heard that exercise can help strengthen my bones. A. Osteoporosis is a loss of bone mass that leaves the bone fragile and more easily prone to breaking. Estrogen has a protective effect in preserving bone calcium, and supplements of calcium and estrogen are often prescribed for postmenospausal women with osteoporosis.
Exercise can help strengthen bones.
Brisk walking on soft, even surfaces, or a water exercise program are often good choices. Keep Moving for Life . Remember, too, that eliminating other high risk factors like cigarette smoking, excessive alcohol and caffeine, will help as will increasing the amount of calcium in your diet. Q. My 14 year old daughter has recently been diagnosed with a mild case of scoliosis. A. Scoliosis refers to a sideways curvature and mild rotation of the spine.