Is jumping good for bone health? The latest research. There is no evidence showing that the rebounder benefits your bones. melioguide.com/osteoporosis-exercise-equipment/rebounder-review-build-bone/
Wow, so much information. I am 71 years of age and have osteoporosis. I was 52 years of age and trying hard to work on my osteoporosis I was aggresively jumping and fracture my t8 in my spine. The only fracture I have had trying to benefit from this. I am glad you expressed how to do this carefully.I do exercise, lift some weights and walk. We do need to move. Thank you
my physical therapist said not to jump because I have mild compression fractures in my thoracic spine area and have a Kyphosis. I am doing daily workouts on my own now since physical therapy ended so appreciate all new information
I wonder why a "jump" isn't demonstrated. There are variations from leaving the floor to simply coming down on your heels, up on tiptoes, down on heels.
One good way to start is by holding onto the kitchen or bathroom counter and jump landing toe to heel so it's softer landing. You can push up with your arms. It feels great!
@@MariaMunoz-rz1nz that’s a question for your doctor. I eliminated all sugars and carbs from my diet and it really helped with back pain. I also lost 30 pounds. Now I only eat things that had eyes, no barcodes from a factory.
Can you post a video how to jump correctly before your community gets started on jumping? I am fascinated with this study and want to incorporate jumping in my daily regime. Thank you Margaret! I have been following you ever since I was diagnosed recently with osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. Its weird because I have been very athletic all my life.
Please don't start jumping. I used to do 50 to 100 jumping Jacks every other day in my routine, it gave me severe vertigo and dizziness after a couple of years. I suspect I have cervical instability now.
So is there anything you can do specifically for your spine?? If jumping does not help the spine does that mean that walking or walking with a weighted vest does not help either?? I'm so confused now.
Carrying water buckets or weights with your spine erect helps. Don’t bend forward or it’s putting the weight in a way to cause fractures. This was one of the top ways for spine from another site.
Thanks for another great video. Really appreciate the way you break down the data into bite size pieces. So helpful. Now deciding when to do my 50 jumps, I do love your Aunt's idea and may follow in her footsteps 😀
Already aged 14 years old I had pelvic floor weakness. But kept it from getting worse through diet, exercise, pelvic floor exercises. and HRT from 50 years old until now aged 74. However, 30 years ago I also had to have an operation for the prolapse which did become more severe after the birth of my second child and was fairly successful.
Thank you for this interesting information. Unfortunately for me, I have tried, jumping in various forms. My knees are always sore and achy for days after. It doesn’t matter how much or little I jump. I was convinced a rebounder would help but ended up returning it. I am a 70-year-old in excellent health and been working out since my 30s. Just recently, I was diagnosed with osteoporosis, especially in my hips. I’ve joined a fitness club and work out moderately. For me I need to listen to my body.
Consider these exercises for your knees. ruclips.net/video/0hQ9EdqVjnE/видео.html ruclips.net/video/Be4WTwG_lxU/видео.html ruclips.net/video/2Fi-pbWyNbg/видео.html ruclips.net/video/q4W7KXA24ig/видео.html ruclips.net/video/2c5xiz4q7ow/видео.html ruclips.net/video/6_PHS_8UZy8/видео.html
@@margaretmartinpt hi margret what do you recommend for women that have had surgery done for prolapse? I’ve had complete hysterectomy done 7 years ago and I am 59 now.
Hi Jean! I read your comment as I was preparing to ask Margaret if a rebounder is beneficial. Then I saw her reply to commenter Stand2bReal. She included a link to an article on this topic. I’m still considering getting one for weight loss & just a fun way to exercise, but I’m researching before I buy. May I ask you why you returned your rebounder? Thanks so much! Wishing you good health. 🤗
@@stephanieilluzzi7355 I got my rebounder to help with my right knee and hip. I only walk on the spot on it. I’m late 70s so no star jumps or summersaults 😂😂. It’s a good way to walk for as long as you can, but you don’t have to factor in the return trip! Start small - and gradually increase the length of time when your strength improves. Another bonus is you don’t have to worry about tripping over stuff. There are free rebounder exercises on YT.
Jumping keeps your fast twitch muscles firing. Extremely helpful for late life balance and recovery. I began by bouncing on my toes, keeping my feet on the floor.
Thanks for info Margaret! Unclear to me if it is safe to do jump exercises if you already have osteoporosis in your hips. Also, does running qualify as jumping?
Great video. I recently found your channel and have incorporated several of your recommendations into my daily activities. I have often wondered about whether jumping were beneficial or detrimental to those with "bony" issues. I already have one TKR and that knee functions well (with the exception of some limited ROM). My question involves the other knee which radiographically looks to be in the same condition as the one that was replaced. The orthopedic surgeon said it was only a matter of time until I need the other knee replaced but as long as I wasn't having pain it could wait. I do have occasional discomfort after walking. None during Pilates which I do several times a week. I also had a lumbar fusion years ago due to compression by a synovial cyst - not disc issues. I have osteoporosis. Would jumping be contraindicated in my situation?
What a timely video! I have had a menisectomy in my knee many years ago. Unfortunately, my knee has never 100% recovered. Yesterday, i started incorporating jumping into my gym routine and this morning woke up with pain in that knee. Could you recommend an alternative, as i have osteopenia in my hip and would like to improve it. Also, im 57, would this even benefit me...or do i fall in the "older" population, were jumping does not even improve the density. Thank you so much!
Thank you for mentioning the pelvic floor. I recently have developed a prolapse and am doing pelvic floor exercises, but am still trying to figure out what impact exercises i can do and feel comfortable
Thank you for this information! Wow, I don’t know anyone who jumps rope for only 50 jumps per workout. I use an app that shows user’s jumps by age/decade and the 60-69 year olds average about 1500 jumps per day. Does the research have any information on upper limit results or cautions? Thank you!
This isn’t about jumping rope. It’s about jumping from a squat position repeatedly. Another PT I watch recommends resting for 30 seconds between each jump. That’s too boring for me so I lightly walk in place for those 30 seconds. It adds up to a pretty good work out.
I was diagnosed with osteoporosis two years ago; it was called mild, of course they push calcium which I've stopped taking, as I've been taking it all my adult life and I've never had any positive results with calcium supplements. I am now using a mini rebounder; a vibrating plate, breeding resistant exercise, some weights will add a weight vest. I'm apprehensive about jumping because of my knees I don't have any problems, maybe I can incorporate that gradually. I was asked to take medication for my osteoporosis and I refused: I'd like to do it naturally. ( Also I've tried to get my diet better, ) I also am taking more minerals, switched to Celtic salt. 🙏❤️
Due to my lumbar stenosis, my chiropractor told me to not do jumping or jumping jacks. It worse’s the compression already pinching the nerves in my lower back.
This is a demonstration of the squat jump. Please note that it is from the Elite level of my Exercise for Better Bones program; so it is only appropriate for people at that activity level and who have low fracture risk. Safety first. ruclips.net/video/fBKWY4GXW9U/видео.html
In your opinion, would jumping on a rebounder be beneficial? I am 65 and like to walk when weather permits but have heard that rebounding is extremely beneficial. Thank you!
While jumping may not benefit bones, it is a fun and enjoyable way to exercise that i have found has really benefitted me. I suggest that it needs to be combined with resistance weights so that bones benefit!
@@margaretmartinptand who funded that study? That should be required information every time a study is cited! Lots of skewed studies have done harm the last 60 years!
I've been losing bone density at an accelerated rate for the past 5 years. My score is -4.5 now. I eat right, exercise (including resistance weight training). I jump etc etc (I don't have a LIV machine but can't afford it). I have nothing left to try. Given my bad score, should I give in and do the injections ?
I'm 76, with osteoporosis, so it seems jumping would not help my femoral neck. Does that mean the Tai-Chi -style heel drops you described in a video I've been following (when I can't get outdoors to walk) would not help me at all?
50 jumps a day and 4 days a week ! That is a significant amount and definitely open to injuring the knee . What about jumping jacks ? Not so hard on the body and still jumping ?
I am so glad you mentioned the pelvic floor and prolapse! So many exercise video programs (even those for older women) recommend exercises that may be contra-indicated for prolapse without any word of caution. We really do need to do our own research and seek advice when we are managing multiple health issues - but sometimes we don't even realise we have a problem. Thanks for presenting this recent research to us.
I find that I enjoy running more than jumping. Is this rebounder workout beneficial or not, please. I usually run for 20 minutes. I do this because I have had 4 foot operations and have pain walking any distance on a hard surface.
Thank you for this very useful information. I have osteoporosis for years, never had any fractures even after one fall on concrete due to carelessness. I have exercised regularly for over thirty years, with a mixture of walking, strength training with weights and Pilates on a reformer. I have never felt comfortable jumping, so instead I have recently embraced stomping. However, I also suffer from sciatica and recently, I had a recurrence of sciatica after an absence of sciatica symptoms for tthree years. This was a few weeks after commencing stomping, I was therefore wondering if the stomping could have triggered the sciatica recurrence.
I had the same question! If you scroll down to a commenter Stand2bReal, Margaret answers this question and links an article about it the subject. Wishing you good health! 🤗
I have answered this questions several times. There is no evidence showing that the rebounder benefits your bones. melioguide.com/osteoporosis-exercise-equipment/rebounder-review-build-bone/
@@margaretmartinptBut there is also no evidence that shows that rebound jumping is detrimental, correct? The rebound effect is much less jarring to body so one would expect less possibility for injury. Long story short, I love jumping on my rebounder and have appreciated the benefits of aerobic exercise, pelvic floor strengthening, and improvement in balance.
@@yvichenj333 Yes, I read that, but I don’t know if it would be appropriate if you had osteoporosis. It’s good for arthritis, and strengthening your muscles. A good workout for the lymphatic system too.
Thanks for sharing these findings. I can’t do jumps now after having a compression fracture as it is painful. Trying to find good exercises is challenging. As you used to be based in the Ottawa area can you suggest any physio clinics that specialize in Osteoporosis and compression fractures? (My doctor did not have any suggestions) Hope you are enjoying - can’t remember if it is Spain or Portugal 😅
Thank you for sharing your story ans sorry to hear about your compression fractures. Unfortunately, there is no one I can recommend in the Ottawa area for you.
Is jumping good for bone health? The latest research. There is no evidence showing that the rebounder benefits your bones. melioguide.com/osteoporosis-exercise-equipment/rebounder-review-build-bone/
Wow, so much information. I am 71 years of age and have osteoporosis. I was 52 years of age and trying hard to work on my osteoporosis I was aggresively jumping and fracture my t8 in my spine. The only fracture I have had trying to benefit from this. I am glad you expressed how to do this carefully.I do exercise, lift some weights and walk. We do need to move. Thank you
my physical therapist said not to jump because I have mild compression fractures in my thoracic spine area and have a Kyphosis. I am doing daily workouts on my own now since physical therapy ended so appreciate all new information
I wonder why a "jump" isn't demonstrated. There are variations from leaving the floor to simply coming down on your heels, up on tiptoes, down on heels.
One good way to start is by holding onto the kitchen or bathroom counter and jump landing toe to heel so it's softer landing. You can push up with your arms. It feels great!
I had spine surgery and I have 6 screws, I also have osteoporosis in my spine, is it save to do some light jumping?
@@MariaMunoz-rz1nz that’s a question for your doctor. I eliminated all sugars and carbs from my diet and it really helped with back pain. I also lost 30 pounds. Now I only eat things that had eyes, no barcodes from a factory.
Can you post a video how to jump correctly before your community gets started on jumping? I am fascinated with this study and want to incorporate jumping in my daily regime. Thank you Margaret! I have been following you ever since I was diagnosed recently with osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. Its weird because I have been very athletic all my life.
That topic and more covered in this blog post. melioguide.com/weight-bearing/jump-training-osteoporosis/
Please don't start jumping. I used to do 50 to 100 jumping Jacks every other day in my routine, it gave me severe vertigo and dizziness after a couple of years. I suspect I have cervical instability now.
Thanks for a very informative video. I'm glad you also covered some conditions that might rule out a lot of jumping.
So is there anything you can do specifically for your spine?? If jumping does not help the spine does that mean that walking or walking with a weighted vest does not help either?? I'm so confused now.
@@biritsimonsen Thank you for your kind note. It seems to have vanished here. I wish you well on your journey. Keep up the good work!
Carrying water buckets or weights with your spine erect helps. Don’t bend forward or it’s putting the weight in a way to cause fractures. This was one of the top ways for spine from another site.
But if jumping doesn't help strengthen the spine what strength training exercises do help strengthen the spine??
Wondering the same thing!!!
We have to strengthen the muscles around the spine/entire back. Resistance training, yoga.
Is there an exercise that is best for building bone in the spine?
Thanks for another great video. Really appreciate the way you break down the data into bite size pieces. So helpful. Now deciding when to do my 50 jumps, I do love your Aunt's idea and may follow in her footsteps 😀
Already aged 14 years old I had pelvic floor weakness. But kept it from getting worse through diet, exercise, pelvic floor exercises. and HRT from 50 years old until now aged 74. However, 30 years ago I also had to have an operation for the prolapse which did become more severe after the birth of my second child and was fairly successful.
This is great info. I'm curious if heel drops and/or seated stomps are as beneficial to the femoral neck. I do these daily. Any data on this? TIA :D
Thank you Margaret for all your good advice. I have been following you for quite some time now and always find your talks most interesting.
Your aunt sounds like a very sensible person. I may try her system. I just wish you had demonstrated the jump because I’m not sure exactly what to do.
Please read my blog post: melioguide.com/weight-bearing/jump-training-osteoporosis/
Thank you so much for yet another great video. How safe is jumping if you've had compression fractures?
Thank you for this interesting information. Unfortunately for me, I have tried, jumping in various forms. My knees are always sore and achy for days after. It doesn’t matter how much or little I jump. I was convinced a rebounder would help but ended up returning it. I am a 70-year-old in excellent health and been working out since my 30s. Just recently, I was diagnosed with osteoporosis, especially in my hips. I’ve joined a fitness club and work out moderately. For me I need to listen to my body.
Consider these exercises for your knees.
ruclips.net/video/0hQ9EdqVjnE/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/Be4WTwG_lxU/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/2Fi-pbWyNbg/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/q4W7KXA24ig/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/2c5xiz4q7ow/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/6_PHS_8UZy8/видео.html
@@margaretmartinpt hi margret what do you recommend for women that have had surgery done for prolapse? I’ve had complete hysterectomy done 7 years ago and I am 59 now.
Hi Jean! I read your comment as I was preparing to ask Margaret if a rebounder is beneficial. Then I saw her reply to commenter Stand2bReal. She included a link to an article on this topic. I’m still considering getting one for weight loss & just a fun way to exercise, but I’m researching before I buy. May I ask you why you returned your rebounder? Thanks so much! Wishing you good health. 🤗
@@stephanieilluzzi7355 I got my rebounder to help with my right knee and hip. I only walk on the spot on it. I’m late 70s so no star jumps or summersaults 😂😂. It’s a good way to walk for as long as you can, but you don’t have to factor in the return trip! Start small - and gradually increase the length of time when your strength improves. Another bonus is you don’t have to worry about tripping over stuff. There are free rebounder exercises on YT.
Jumping keeps your fast twitch muscles firing. Extremely helpful for late life balance and recovery. I began by bouncing on my toes, keeping my feet on the floor.
Thank you so much for your quick reply… I really appreciate it!! Have a great weekend!🎉
Thanks for info Margaret! Unclear to me if it is safe to do jump exercises if you already have osteoporosis in your hips. Also, does running qualify as jumping?
Great video. I recently found your channel and have incorporated several of your recommendations into my daily activities. I have often wondered about whether jumping were beneficial or detrimental to those with "bony" issues. I already have one TKR and that knee functions well (with the exception of some limited ROM). My question involves the other knee which radiographically looks to be in the same condition as the one that was replaced. The orthopedic surgeon said it was only a matter of time until I need the other knee replaced but as long as I wasn't having pain it could wait. I do have occasional discomfort after walking. None during Pilates which I do several times a week. I also had a lumbar fusion years ago due to compression by a synovial cyst - not disc issues. I have osteoporosis. Would jumping be contraindicated in my situation?
What a timely video! I have had a menisectomy in my knee many years ago. Unfortunately, my knee has never 100% recovered. Yesterday, i started incorporating jumping into my gym routine and this morning woke up with pain in that knee. Could you recommend an alternative, as i have osteopenia in my hip and would like to improve it. Also, im 57, would this even benefit me...or do i fall in the "older" population, were jumping does not even improve the density. Thank you so much!
Thank you for mentioning the pelvic floor. I recently have developed a prolapse and am doing pelvic floor exercises, but am still trying to figure out what impact exercises i can do and feel comfortable
Thank you for this information! Wow, I don’t know anyone who jumps rope for only 50 jumps per workout. I use an app that shows user’s jumps by age/decade and the 60-69 year olds average about 1500 jumps per day. Does the research have any information on upper limit results or cautions? Thank you!
Previous video quotes back extension exercises as reducing lumbar wedge fracture ( flexion exercises increase wedge fracture)
This isn’t about jumping rope. It’s about jumping from a squat position repeatedly. Another PT I watch recommends resting for 30 seconds between each jump. That’s too boring for me so I lightly walk in place for those 30 seconds. It adds up to a pretty good work out.
I was diagnosed with osteoporosis two years ago; it was called mild, of course they push calcium which I've stopped taking, as I've been taking it all my adult life and I've never had any positive results with calcium supplements. I am now using a mini rebounder; a vibrating plate, breeding resistant exercise, some weights will add a weight vest. I'm apprehensive about jumping because of my knees I don't have any problems, maybe I can incorporate that gradually.
I was asked to take medication for my osteoporosis and I refused: I'd like to do it naturally. ( Also I've tried to get my diet better, ) I also am taking more minerals, switched to Celtic salt. 🙏❤️
Due to my lumbar stenosis, my chiropractor told me to not do jumping or jumping jacks. It worse’s the compression already pinching the nerves in my lower back.
Can you demonstrate how to do proper jumps please? Are jumping jacks a good idea?
This is a demonstration of the squat jump. Please note that it is from the Elite level of my Exercise for Better Bones program; so it is only appropriate for people at that activity level and who have low fracture risk. Safety first. ruclips.net/video/fBKWY4GXW9U/видео.html
@@margaretmartinpt thank you. Do you have something for a lower level?
@@mjb9525 I generally recommend other weight bearing activities. These can be found in my book, Exercise for Better Bones. Thanks.
@@margaretmartinpt Thank you, I’ve got that book 😊
Marge, I used to jump but asked my wife to do one. Long story short, she had to have a knee replacement. She’s 74 yrs old.
I started stomping and have damaged my feet and now have awful foot pain requiring treatment.
is jumping safe with cervical stenosis in the neck and back or herniated disk?
What if you inadvertently overdo it with the lifting and jumping? How long should you rest and what else can you do to to recover?
We often jump where I work out (optional). A handful of women have seen their numbers get better already.
Jumping is excellent for MANY reasons if the doctor has OKd it.
Does this include skipping?
In your opinion, would jumping on a rebounder be beneficial? I am 65 and like to walk when weather permits but have heard that rebounding is extremely beneficial.
Thank you!
There is no evidence showing that the rebounder benefits your bones. melioguide.com/osteoporosis-exercise-equipment/rebounder-review-build-bone/
I’m sorry, I see your previous post addressing this subject. Thank you!
While jumping may not benefit bones, it is a fun and enjoyable way to exercise that i have found has really benefitted me. I suggest that it needs to be combined with resistance weights so that bones benefit!
@@margaretmartinptand who funded that study? That should be required information every time a study is cited! Lots of skewed studies have done harm the last 60 years!
I've been losing bone density at an accelerated rate for the past 5 years. My score is -4.5 now. I eat right, exercise (including resistance weight training). I jump etc etc (I don't have a LIV machine but can't afford it). I have nothing left to try. Given my bad score, should I give in and do the injections ?
Is a bungee Mimi trampoline ( rebounder) good for bones?.
There is no evidence showing that the rebounder benefits your bones. melioguide.com/osteoporosis-exercise-equipment/rebounder-review-build-bone/
I have circulatory problems in my lower limbs. Any jumping causes fluid to gather in my lower legs. It is visibly noticeable.
I did 2 minutes on a rebounder and ended up with Vertigo!!! Not going back on that thing ever again.!!
I'm 76, with osteoporosis, so it seems jumping would not help my femoral neck. Does that mean the Tai-Chi -style heel drops you described in a video I've been following (when I can't get outdoors to walk) would not help me at all?
I’m a Tai Chi teacher. And it depends on the person. Please get medical advice on this.
@@melissabogolubov6248 Thanks for your reply.
I had a prolapse repair. Will jumping risk my repair? And what to do about spinal osteoporosis? Thank you
Prolapse: please consult with a pelvic health physiotherapist. Spinal osteoporosis: melioguide.com/products/exercise-for-better-bones-program/
50 jumps a day and 4 days a week ! That is a significant amount and definitely open to injuring the knee . What about jumping jacks ? Not so hard on the body and still jumping ?
I am so glad you mentioned the pelvic floor and prolapse! So many exercise video programs (even those for older women) recommend exercises that may be contra-indicated for prolapse without any word of caution. We really do need to do our own research and seek advice when we are managing multiple health issues - but sometimes we don't even realise we have a problem. Thanks for presenting this recent research to us.
I find that I enjoy running more than jumping. Is this rebounder workout beneficial or not, please. I usually run for 20 minutes. I do this because I have had 4 foot operations and have pain walking any distance on a hard surface.
There is no evidence showing that the rebounder benefits your bones. melioguide.com/osteoporosis-exercise-equipment/rebounder-review-build-bone/
How about demonstrating?
melioguide.com/weight-bearing/jump-training-osteoporosis/
@@margaretmartinpt Danke!🙏🏼
Thank you for this very useful information. I have osteoporosis for years, never had any fractures even after one fall on concrete due to carelessness. I have exercised regularly for over thirty years, with a mixture of walking, strength training with weights and Pilates on a reformer. I have never felt comfortable jumping, so instead I have recently embraced stomping. However, I also suffer from sciatica and recently, I had a recurrence of sciatica after an absence of sciatica symptoms for tthree years. This was a few weeks after commencing stomping, I was therefore wondering if the stomping could have triggered the sciatica recurrence.
4:10 these videos are so helpful!
Would you add what a healthy jump/landing looks like?
You can learn that and more here: melioguide.com/weight-bearing/jump-training-osteoporosis/
Is jumping on rebounder good for bones
There is no evidence showing that the rebounder benefits your bones. melioguide.com/osteoporosis-exercise-equipment/rebounder-review-build-bone/
Is jumping the same thing as rebounding on a mini trampoline?
I had the same question! If you scroll down to a commenter Stand2bReal, Margaret answers this question and links an article about it the subject. Wishing you good health! 🤗
melioguide.com/weight-bearing/jump-training-osteoporosis/
What if you had two total knee replacements? Is it still safe to jump?
I suggest you discuss this and any other activity with your surgeon.
Any idea if using a rebounder would provide same benefit??
I have answered this questions several times. There is no evidence showing that the rebounder benefits your bones. melioguide.com/osteoporosis-exercise-equipment/rebounder-review-build-bone/
Is jumping on a rebounder/mini tramp a good option for older people? Less jarring?
There is no evidence showing that the rebounder benefits your bones. melioguide.com/osteoporosis-exercise-equipment/rebounder-review-build-bone/
@@margaretmartinptBut there is also no evidence that shows that rebound jumping is detrimental, correct? The rebound effect is much less jarring to body so one would expect less possibility for injury. Long story short, I love jumping on my rebounder and have appreciated the benefits of aerobic exercise, pelvic floor strengthening, and improvement in balance.
I've heard that NASA uses rebounder to strengthen the bones of astronauts.
@@yvichenj333 Yes, I read that, but I don’t know if it would be appropriate if you had osteoporosis. It’s good for arthritis, and strengthening your muscles. A good workout for the lymphatic system too.
Jumping? Rebounding? What do you mean?
melioguide.com/weight-bearing/jump-training-osteoporosis/
Rebounding is jumping on those little home trampolines .
Is it ok to jump,even i have a prosthesis in both hips,i’m 67 years old
Please ask your surgeon.
Thanku...can u pls do a video to jump correctly?😊
See MM’s response below and link to how to do the jump
@@rosies3622 Thanku
❤
Thank you.
Thanks for sharing these findings. I can’t do jumps now after having a compression fracture as it is painful. Trying to find good exercises is challenging. As you used to be based in the Ottawa area can you suggest any physio clinics that specialize in Osteoporosis and compression fractures? (My doctor did not have any suggestions)
Hope you are enjoying - can’t remember if it is Spain or Portugal 😅
Thank you for sharing your story ans sorry to hear about your compression fractures. Unfortunately, there is no one I can recommend in the Ottawa area for you.
I avoid except reformer jumpboard