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Anyone had experience with OsteoStrong, who is not a franchisee?

Posted by tikigod18 @tikigod18, Jan 29, 2019

Has anyone had experience with OsteoStrong? It suggests you will get a large increase in bone density while using their facility 10 minutes per WEEK. Somewhat pricey at $99 and up per month, but am curious if anyone who is NOT a franchisee, has experienced this program?

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2121 | @leslie2121 | Apr 30 9:02am
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@leslie2121 It seems like most MDs do what's easy for them and many often don't know anything about what they are recommending. Conversely, there is little to no conversation about the importance of nutrition, including vitamins and supplements which DO have a positive impact. Many/most of us are willing to accept what they say b/c they are the "experts."

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I agree with everything you said. I have tried a couple medications but didn’t tolerate them well, and reluctant to take again or try any others. She said “ some people have found osteostrong helpful”- so not a resounding endorsement.
I don’t think it hurt me other than $$$.
She was recommending I take more medication in her defense. ( prolia)

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babs10 | @babs10 | Apr 30 9:42am
In reply to @over70 "@babs10 In some places, the staff are just customers who need work. No formal class training." + (show)
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@babs10 In some places, the staff are just customers who need work. No formal class training.

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@over70 That's not appealing to me. I'd recommend a licensed PT before I'd ever go to Osteostrong - and PT is usually covered by insurance.

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hammondp2 | @hammondp2 | Jun 14 3:12pm
In reply to @babs10 "@hammondp2 Osteostrong is controversial. Research is limited and shows mixed results. Some small studies suggest minor..." + (show)
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@hammondp2 Osteostrong is controversial. Research is limited and shows mixed results. Some small studies suggest minor improvements in bone density, while others find little to no effect, and the higher-quality studies so far are not very convincing. Overall, it does not appear to be more effective than regular exercise, though it may offer some benefit for strength or physical function. At this point, it’s best viewed as a possible supplement, not a replacement, for well-established approaches like strength training and weight-bearing activity for bone health.

My understanding is that the sessions are supervised by trained staff for guidance, but they are only PTs if they happen to hire one - it's not a requirement for employment.

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My back is finally getting better. Also my joint is is getting better too. The ladies at my location said that their bone density has improved. I will know by December. Thank you again.

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