Question 1

i have bad knees and was wondering if rebounding (exercising on a mini trampoline) is a good or bad exercise for that?

Accepted Answer

Not good: Trampoline exercises are not good if you already have problems with the knees.  Any exercise that increases pressure on these joints should be reduced.   Swimming, bicycling, elliptical machine and walking are gentle on the knees.

Question 2

is rebounding on mini trampoline good for eyes?

Accepted Answer

Not proven: Rebounding trampolines have been advocated from making your vision better, glaucoma better, aligning the eyes to reducing migraines by movement of cerebrospinal fluid since wwii.  But all are personal and scattered reports.  But there is scientific data from nasa that showed it is a much better way of exercising for heart & body than treadmill and jogging.  Certainly it won't hurt the eyes.

Question 3

front flip on trampoline and landed on thigh area and felt as if i stretched my leg area but now my upper back kinda hurts in a small spot a little but i can move fine?

Accepted Answer

: Fortunately you apparently sustained a minor injury most likely from hyperextending your paraspinal muscles in your upper back. This strain should heal in several days if you avoid aggravating it.

Question 4

can i still do flips on. trampoline with possible slipped disc in my neck as well as like a small soft crack at the bottom of my neck? 
i did front flip i was just wondering

Accepted Answer

Best not too: Very dangerous thing todo with a normal neck. Better not chance permanent damage. If you land wrong you may have problems play it safe stay away from a trampoline!

Question 5

i've been diagnosed with glaucoma. it's moderate to severe in my left eye. is it safe to jump on a mini trampoline? i can't seem to find any information on the internet. thank you very much for your response.
sincerely,
trudie?

Accepted Answer

: Trampolines are conducive to causing injuries. There are other, safer, exercises that do not cause impact injuries.
Wish you good health!

Question 6

are trampolines safe with kids?

Accepted Answer

No: Trampolines have been popular for years & seem to get more so after the olympics or other exposure. As part of closely supervised training they are of less but constant risk but the aap and other groups do not recomend them for kids. Injuries on mounting, dismounting & use are common and vary from broken bones to neck down parylisis. I equate them to letting a kid roller skate on a busy street.

Question 7

we have a trampoline in the backyard, what rules should be we have?

Accepted Answer

One at a time: Like the aap, i strongly discourage the use of trampolines, because they are associated with many serious injuries.  If parents insist upon owning one, i advise them to only allow one jumper at a time, under constant parental supervision.

Question 8

my son fell on his head from a trampoline on paving. what symptoms must i look out for?

Accepted Answer

Exam!: Watch for any loss of consciousness, abnormal color or breathing, excessive crying, hard to awaken, vomiting, bleeding or clear fluid from the nose, ear or mouth, weakness or paralysis, pupils of unequal size, hard to console, problems walking or talking, neck pain or stiffness, seizure. Call 911 if these symptoms occur. Also I suggest a complete medical exam anyway. Best of luck!

Question 9

what are the benefits of jumping on a trampoline for 20 minutes a day?

Accepted Answer

There are some: cardiovascular and musculoskeletal benefits.

Question 10

do u recommend kyohoplasty on 5 comp fx:46 yo? trampoline injury:long term safety vs bracing; nervous about cement leak possible.

Accepted Answer

Depends: on severity of symptoms and whether degree of compression correlates with amount of pain.  Vertebroplasty can be useful in pain relief, but, as you state, complications are possible.  It will probably not improve anything else.  If you are improving on brace, you should stick with it.  Discuss further with your ortho or spine surgeon.

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I have bad knees and was wondering if rebounding (exercising on a mini trampoline) is a good or bad exercise for that?

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Is rebounding on mini trampoline good for eyes?

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Front flip on trampoline and landed on thigh area and felt as if i stretched my leg area but now my upper back kinda hurts in a small spot a little but i can move fine?

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Can i still do flips on. trampoline with possible slipped disc in my neck as well as like a small soft crack at the bottom of my neck? i did front flip i was just wondering

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I've been diagnosed with glaucoma. it's moderate to severe in my left eye. is it safe to jump on a mini trampoline? i can't seem to find any information on the internet. thank you very much for your response. sincerely, trudie?

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Are trampolines safe with kids?

A member asked:

We have a trampoline in the backyard, what rules should be we have?

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My son fell on his head from a trampoline on paving. what symptoms must i look out for?

A member asked:

What are the benefits of jumping on a trampoline for 20 minutes a day?

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Do u recommend kyohoplasty on 5 comp fx:46 yo? trampoline injury:long term safety vs bracing; nervous about cement leak possible.

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