I’m also interested in this.

I was -1.8 in my spine and wore a 10 lb weighted vest for a year and took another DEXA and was -.2 but I also improved my diet, exercised and took supplements because I didn’t want to take medicine for osteoporosis/osteopenia. I overworked my muscles and injured myself which caused tingling in my hands and feet. I had a pinched nerve somewhere along my neck and have not worn the vest because it weighs the shoulders down and puts pressure on the nerve. After my injury heals I plan to wear the vest again. I wore it for about an hour while walking my dog.

I am also looking to start walking with a weighted vest and looking for recommendations from those who have used them to reverse/slow osteoporosis. thanks in advance

I’ve heard of many positive results from using the weighted vest. After researching, I thought the best one was the Hyperwear Fit. My doctor said the vest should fit snug, not wiggle around, and she said start with 2 or 4 pound weight and slowly build up to 10 pounds. Too much weight can be damaging to bones… granted this is her advice for me and I’ve already experienced a spine fracture in the past. I just purchased the vest but haven’t had a chance to use it yet… partly due to laziness, and that the weather here is super cold, and had snow at the moment. But I’m really looking forward to using it!

Hello @betterbones2,

I combined your discussion on weighted vests with an existing discussion titled:
"Suggestions for an adjustable weighted vest for bone strengthening?"

- https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/suggestions-for-an-adjustable-weighted-vest-for-bone-strengthening/

I did this so all the members discussing weighted vests could see one-another's posts under one discussion for more thoughts and questions.

@betterbones2, have you had a chance to ask your provider about weighted vests and maybe even which range of weight would be best to start at?