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A 38-year-old female asked:

I need to lose over 100 pounds . i can't exercise much right now. i have two fractured feet,bad back and hip . can only stand about 2-3 minutes . idea?

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Dr. Maasi Smith
Dr. Maasi Smithanswered
Podiatry 25 years experience
Orthopedic inserts: otherwise known as orthotics, sounds like you need more support. Also talk to you primary about vitamin deficiencies. Brittle bones could be a systemic serious issue. Orthotics can provide better distribution of your weight. They are devices that fit in your shoes. They are thin and don't take up much space
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