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Bone Health Basics

WEBBone Health Basics. Bones give our bodies support, allowing us to use our muscles to walk, ride a bike, and hold a child. They protect our organs and store and release our …

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Active Families: The Foundation for a Lifetime of Bone and

WEBPlan to be active for at least 30 minutes (preferably 45 minutes) each day. Do it all at once or break it into smaller periods. For example, try 15 minutes of walking, 15 minutes of …

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Exercise and Bone Health

WEBThe two types that are most effective for building strong bones are weight-bearing exercise and strength-training exercise. Exercises to improve bone strength are site-specific. For …

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OrthoInfo Patient Education AAOS

WEBLicense OrthoInfo content. For an annual fee, you can align OrthoInfo content with your organization’s brand identity. Licensing gives your practice, hospital, surgical center, or …

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Calcium, Nutrition, and Bone Health

WEBThe health and strength of our bones rely on a balanced diet and a steady stream of nutrients — most importantly, calcium and Vitamin D. Calcium is a mineral that people …

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Healthy Bones at Every Age

WEBThe FNB recommends 600 IU of Vitamin D for everyone from age 1 through 70. Recent research, however, supports that the body needs at least 1000 IU per day for good bone …

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Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act

WEBAllocation of the $100 billion to Health and Human Services $50 billion of the Provider Relief Fund is allocated for general distribution to Medicare facilities and providers …

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Exercise Walking

WEBKeep up the faster pace for about 15 minutes. While you walk: Swing your arms. Keep your head up, back straight, and abdomen flat. Point your toes straight ahead. Take long …

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Aerobic Exercise

WEBTo strengthen your cardiovascular system, you should do prolonged aerobic exercise (ideally reaching 20 to 60 minutes of activity) intensely enough to increase your heart …

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Effects of Aging

WEBThe Effects of Aging. Aging Muscles: As muscles age, they begin to shrink and lose mass. This is a natural process, but a sedentary lifestyle can accelerate it. The number and …

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Starting an Exercise Program

WEBChoose a comfortable time of day to exercise. Do not exercise outdoors at mid-day when it is the warmest. Try not to work out too soon after a meal. Do not stop your fitness …

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Patients Are Important Members of the Healthcare Team

WEBEnsuring patient safety is a national priority, and everyone involved in the healthcare system has a role, including the patient. Patients can help make their healthcare experience …

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Smoking and Musculoskeletal Health

WEBHere's what scientists have found about the relationship between smoking and musculoskeletal health. Smoking increases your risk of developing osteoporosis — a …

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Our knowledge of orthopaedics. Your best health.

WEBOur knowledge of orthopaedics. Your best health. from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Diseases & Conditions

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Seniors and Exercise

WEBIt promotes bone strength. Repeated mild stress on our bones helps them maintain their calcium content and structure. Exercise also helps to maintain muscle mass and tone. …

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Total Knee Replacement

WEBJoint replacement surgery is a safe and effective procedure to relieve pain, correct leg deformity, and help you resume normal activities. Total knee replacement surgery was …

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Lifting Techniques for Home Caregivers

WEBPlace your arms around the person's back and clasp your hands together. Hold the person close to you, lean back, and shift your weight. Nurses, physical therapists, and others in …

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