I certainly agree that $13,000 is a lot. I don't know what he does but few I know can afford that, or perhaps they would not prioritize their health to this degree. They may have children or grandkids or a spouse who is ill- some examples. They will try to get care from their insurance or Medicare. Medicare (probably health insurance too) has more options than it used to for "alternative" care -acupuncture would be an example. I'm not saying it's great because we know it's not. I'm sure things like Dr Dean Ornish is not covered. I've always been interested in his cardiovascular diet and now he has a dementia diet. That is, a diet to help avoid dementia. That information can be found in his writings, but to go to his retreat I'm sure is a fortune. Every now and then a doctor or practitioner pops up that is really great and doesn't charge a lot. I haven't found one for osteoporosis or any bone or muscle disorder. If I do I will inform everyone. In the meantime thanks everyone for the info.