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Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Dec 2, 2025 | Replies (22)

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@susanew I did one year of Evenity and then a Reclast infusion to lock in the bone density gains. I had a sacral fracture prior to starting this medication. Frankly, I don’t know how I fractured my sacrum and I thought I did not have symptoms when it occurred but in retrospect I realize that the pain down my legs that lasted for about a month was due to that fracture.

I do strength training. I don’t lift weights as heavy as I did in the past (I’ve been lifting since my 40’s and I’m now 73 years old). I work with a personal trainer who knows my history and is careful about what I do and gives me feedback on my form. I also strength train with resistance bands on my own. I like yoga and there is a class that is starting soon that I plan to take.

Does your prescribing doctor have a recommendation on what you should or should not do? Have you had physical therapy (PT)? PT is a good place to get started.

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He suggested walking or swimming because you of my low bone density prior to my treatments. My bone density improved but still osteoporosis. Some areas showed very good improvement while another not so great but improved. Do not want to risk a fall or fracture.