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Afraid it the treatment meds for osteoporosis
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It is very difficult to weigh options. The FDA recently approved a vibration belt that is worn around hips however it was studied only for osteopenia. Cost is near $1,000. It is hard to weigh whether to consider if one have osteoporosis & somehow I have my doubts about insurance covering it.
Wearing a vibration belt, like the FDA-cleared Osteoboost, can be a non-pharmacological option to help treat low bone density (osteopenia) by stimulating bone in the hips and spine. It is a prescription-only, wearable device recommended for postmenopausal women with osteopenia to help reduce the decline in bone strength and density. While it may help with osteopenia, it has not been tested for its ability to reduce fracture risk, and you must discuss it with your doctor before use.
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@dtevis I looked this up last night, and did a little research. The clinical trials really did look promising. Important to note that calcium supplements, diet, exercise, and in some cases, a bone-building drug to accompany the vibration belt appeared to provide optimal results.
I’d think the fact that it is FDA approved would allow for some insurance coverage, but we are in an upside down world on that front. It’s a shame it’s so expensive.
How fabulous would it be for people to have a drug-free way to maintain bone! Seems to me, insurance covering just a portion of it is actually cheaper for them. They don’t have to pay for the drug, and all the necessary bloodwork that comes with it, not to mention additional therapies for side effects.
Thanks for that info, it was great to know!
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@dtevis I have not heard of this, wow. I’ll have to look into it. Thank you.