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UAB Osteoporosis Prevention and Treatment Clinic
Step 1: Self Evaluation
Step 2: Bone Density Testing
Step 3: Specialist Examination
Step 4: Nutrition and Supplements
Step 5: Strength, Balance and Posture
Step 6: Personal Treatment Plan
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Posture
Standing
Sitting
Standing from a Sitting Position
Forward Leaning from a Sitting Position
Sitting Down
Lifting
Carrying
Reaching
Sweeping, Mopping, Vacuuming
Gardening
Laundry
Loading a Dishwasher
Getting Out of Bed
Brushing Your Teeth
Exercises
Reaching
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  1. Reach with both hands to avoid twisting your back.

  2. Do not reach over eye level. Use a sturdy stool to reach higher objects.

  3. Organize your workspaces so that you keep commonly used objects between eye level and waist level.

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