Rehabilitation expert chose the best remedy to strengthen bones Rehabilitation expert Shishonin: People of all ages need to do 200 squats a day

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The world’s leading scientific schools recommend starting osteoporosis treatment with physical activity. In this respect aif.ru said Alexander Shishonin, rehabilitation doctor, candidate of medical sciences, chief physician of the clinic.

“Our bones contain stem cells called osteoblasts. When they sense physical stress on the bone, they begin to split. New, young osteocytes, or bone cells, are formed. And because of this, the bone becomes stronger. And it’s definitely not because of calcium, as most people think. Additionally, physical activity increases blood circulation, which helps in the formation of new cells. The thing is, when osteoblasts start dividing inside bones, they need a lot of nutrients. They come with the bloodstream. And if you just injected hormones, the osteoblasts still wouldn’t divide because there’s nothing to eat,” the doctor explained.

Every day a person should perform a set of exercises for the legs and neck. The doctor believes that both a 30-year-old and a 90-year-old should do 200 squats a day. You should start with five squats a day, and within six months their number will increase to 200. However, it is important to do them correctly by following the technique. You can use a wall for support at the beginning of training. Improving your balance is also important; One way to improve this is with daily neck exercises.

“Fractures usually occur during a fall, when the person cannot maintain his balance,” the rehabilitation specialist said.

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