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@windyshores thank you for your informative answer! I have read some about how strontium replaces calcium, which makes sense that it would bolster up a dexa score. But is that really better or does that really improve bone strength because strontium is denser?
Unfortunately I didn't know about bone markers before I started Tymlos so never had them checked. I've seen 2 endos and 1 rheumatologist over the past year and none of them recommend or use them. I've found a new endo I'm seeing in Jan for my yearly check up who specializes in osteoporosis only, so I'm hopeful that she is more open minded. The others were very conservative and only interested in the pharmaceutical route.
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According to Rems test and TBS with DEXA, strontium users have good bone density and quality. A TBS with DEXA study showed stontium users in the top 3 of bone quality with 2 other pharma drugs.
What is more in keeping with the research is that strontium replaces osteoporic gaps in your bones and then allows calcium to adhere and bone grows.
Rems and TBS with DEXA have proven that strontium does improve bone density and bone quality.
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@psmnonna there are situations where I would consider strontium. I actually took it 17 for a few months because I could not- absolutely could not- tolerate the meds available at that time. I would consider it after treatment with other meds. It may not be strong or fast enough for serious osteoporosis situations, I read.
My doctors go by studies but seem to be flexible about protocols when needed. I would ask a doctor about whether combining strontium and another drug is a good idea. I have no idea! Can't find anything on Google either. McCormick, who is often cited on this forum, does not seem to recommend strontium. I do not have my copy of "Great Bones" with me so maybe someone else can quote him.
@loplady my doctor says an entire conference could be held on the topic of bone markers. He does not use them and says they do not give a complete picture of what is going on in bones. With kidney disease mt CTX may be off. McCormick says that these tests are not being done correctly and if done right, they are helpful: fasting and early am for the CTX, consistent timing for comparison. I do have my PCP order them but they have not matched my DEXA so I have not relied on them.