Osteoporosis – a disease where bones become thin and weak, making them fragile and susceptible to fracture. Those with osteoporosis tend to experience bone breaks in the hip, spine and wrist. Osteoporosis is fairly common in the United States, as more than 40 million men and women have the disease or are at risk for it.
Osteopenia – presents in those with a low bone mineral density and is often considered to be a precursor to osteoporosis.
Paget’s Disease – a disorder that can result in enlarged and misshapen bones.
Bone fracture – a break in the bone. Fractures typically occur as a result of high-force trauma or stress. Those with weak bones are more likely to experience a fracture or break.
Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) – known as brittle bone disease, OI is a genetic bone disorder that presents with fragile bones.
The Laser Spine Institute Exercise Video Series, including all functional activities, post-surgical exercises and descriptions were designed specifically for Laser Spine Institute patients only. If you have not been prescribed these exercises, you should contact your physician before starting this or any exercise program. Exercise is not without its risks, and this or any other exercise program may result in injury. Risks include, but are not limited to: risk of injury, aggravation of a pre-existing condition, or adverse effect of over-exertion such as muscle strain, abnormal blood pressure, fainting and disorders of heart beat. As with any exercise program, if at any point during your workout you begin to feel faint, dizzy, or have physical discomfort, you should stop immediately and consult your surgeon's liaison or physician.