Dear Dr. Dave and Dr. Dee, My mother has osteoporosis and has started to bend over slightly when she stands or walks. We've been to the doctor, so I'm not asking about osteoporosis. My question is about what can my mother do to hide her slight stooping over? Signed, Wondering Dear Wondering, Many women with osteoporosis feel a large beautiful scarf around the neck and shoulders is a nice way to camouflage their stooping. But, it's more important to help your mother not be embarrassed about her stooping posture. Emphasize her inner beauty - how wonderful she is, giving, kind, thoughtful, etc. For those who don't know about osteoporosis: Osteoporosis, a disease that gradually weakens bones and often leads to painful and debilitating fractures. Healthy bones are very important, especially for children and teens whose bone density is being established during this time. Everyone, of all ages, need daily calcium and exercise. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, osteoporosis affects more than 28 million Americans, 80 percent of whom are women. For more information, see the National Osteoporosis Foundation at www.nof.org or the International Osteoporosis Foundation at www.osteofound.org |
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