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Anyone had experience with OsteoStrong, who is not a franchisee?
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Well, I came into this late as well but have read the entire thread. I have osteopenia primarily left hip. I am still in treatment for breast cancer and currently on aromatase inhibitor which damages bone. Oncologist has recommended Prolia or Reclast but has agreed to wait till next dexa scan. So I am looking for ways to maintain bone and prevent the decline into osteopenia. I have been getting information on Osteoboost which was recently approved by FDA - this is the vibration belt that has been referenced a couple times in this link. I asked oncologist but he was concerned about safety after cancer (could it activate dormant cells on pelvis and spine) and wanted more info on tests with cancer patients. But also noted that their tests showed no response on women with osteoporosis if over 70. So that bit the dust (I’m 72). So I am now looking into Osteostrong. Have spoken with them but postponed meeting till end of next month because of cataract surgery. So this string has been very interesting and informative. I will do further research and will most likely do their meeting to see what it is all about. I do go to gym at least 4 days a week, treadmill and strength training and they did recommend I not stop that and use Osteostrong as an additional exercise. My next dexa scan will be next May and if it’s not stable, I know he’ll recommend meds. I will see how this goes and try to keep posting results.
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I go to Osteostrong and have found it very beneficial. I read one thread that was about the vibration plate. If your doc thinks it’s not good for you just tell Osteostrong and skip that part. Also you can have a dexa scan anytime without perscription. I was so curious about whether the program was working that I had one 6 months in and they charged my insurance which paid for it! I’m much stronger since starting the program and feel the balancing exercises are extremely benefial. Good luck to you!
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I just tried my first Osteostrong session and the first part of the weekly treatment always is on a standing up total body vibration machine , where you stand on one foot for count to 10 then again without putting your foot down but looking up to 10 then without putting foot down closing your eyes to 10. You are rated for balance to the point where you needed to touch your foot down, Then again repeat on other foot. This total body vibration was necessary I was told, before using the other strength machines to warm up your bones and muscles and nervous system, all necessary for the other machines to be effective on you. There is no belt that you wear, just the bottom plate vibrates which makes your whole body, including your head vibrate. If vibration is bad for you, then I don't personaly think this program is good for you and not worth the risk, especially as there is currently no real proof that the program really works, just theory and testimonials, as their research studies have not been approved as proper scientific research studies (from University of Waterloo in Canada, analysis of their research studies they refer to on their website: they need to do proper research with a control group and more people )