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A MyOsteoTeam Member asked a question 💭
Osseo, MI

I've had fracturescmsaid I needvtovwalkwith acane so do so I don't fall.also don't bend over use a thing to help me reach.Just glad II can walk anyone else had these kind of problems.

November 4, 2021
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A MyOsteoTeam Member

So sorry to hear about the fractures but sounds like you
are not going to let that stop you! Yes, Dr told me to use a walker so I wouldn't fall and injury my much operated on hip. He said a cane wouldn't keep me from falling but it looks like I'm much older than you so that's probably why he said that. I use the reacher's and they are great; have them in car, backyard, kitchen, bedroom. I have velcro strap tennis shoes cause tying shoes is difficult on some days. I walk in gym pool and don't have to worry about falling. It also takes 90% of body weight off joints when walking in chest deep water. Hang in there and keep moving!

November 4, 2021
A MyOsteoTeam Member

Sue, you are right to be cautious. You cannot afford another fracture. I fractured my femur in 2015 and it was a long, hard road all uphill. Except for words of encouragement, which you have probably heard before, there isn't much other advice to offer I'm afraid. By the way, since I am only 5 ft tall, I have to use a grabber to reach things too!

November 4, 2021
A MyOsteoTeam Member

Many yogurts have A LOT of Sugar in them (which causes inflammation) so try to find a yogurt with "less" than 5 grams of sugar per cup.

November 6, 2021
A MyOsteoTeam Member

Good morning Susan, trust you are feeling much better now and used to the cane. I use mine all the time.
Here's wishing you love, Blessings, and Joy for the Festive season.
Joan xxx

December 19, 2021
A MyOsteoTeam Member

Yep, no bending, my legs are getting stronger from squatting with straight spine. No more forward bends, modified yoga. Limited weights due to shoulder issues.

December 17, 2021

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