What are some good back exercises if you have osteoporosis?

Hi Dr. Lumbago, What are some good back exercises?  I am a woman 68 years old, with slight osteoporosis and some lumbar spinal curvature.  Occasionally I get some low back pain, but nothing serious that does not last long, probably like most people.  I am very active for my age with 8
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Calm your low back pain with these great lower back exercises and stretches: Basic Four

Easy and fast exercises and stretches to strengthen lower back – lower back pain relief Basic exercise categories that may help reduce or prevent lumbago: Lower back strengthening exercises – focusing on the low back, abdominal and leg muscles; muscle strengthening is perhaps the sing
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7 Things you must know about degenerative disc disease

How does degenerative disc disease hurt my spine? – Degenerative bone disease  What can I do about degenerative disc disease?   Degenerative disk disease Although degenerative disc disease can cause spinal pain and other symptoms for a lifetime, the good news is that surgery is not us
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Best back exercises: Truth or illusion or a bit of both?

Exercises for lower back pain – lower back exercises There is controversy about finding and doing the best back exercises. Back exercises of various types have been confirmed in clinical studies showing they are effective in preventing lower back pain and reducing lost work days.  How
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