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@vga Thanks for sharing! I am also a runner - broke my wrist running fast downhill training for the Boston marathon .... My t scores are -1.8 for the past 6 years. I am 64 and they were at -2.0 at 58. I started weight training then to improve my running not realizing it would help my bones too! I think that is why I reduced it and kept it at -1.8. But now my PCP and the endocrinologist I went to want me on meds because of the severity of my fracture. I don't think they understand how much force there is running downhill. Idk - it was a super hard fall that I think would've broke anyone's wrist. I am in the top 5 in my age group in the US for marathons so I cannot risk dealing with side effects why I am still competitive. I was going to ask my dr at my follow up if she will prescribe a PT to work with me on the LIFTMOR exercises. If not, I will find someone to help on my own. I just need help with technique and amount of weight. A lot less right now as my wrist and hand are still so sore and stiff.

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@bridget11 Honestly, with your T-score, I think you can avoid medication. It's not even osteoporosis level. The key is to do proper weight-bearing exercises, especially for the spine. Dr Lisa Moore on YouTube has a ton of videos. I've also seen exercises that use resistance bands.

@bridget11 I really agree with you that the kind of break you had is not a 'fragility fracture'! I broke both of my wrists falling hard on black ice last year, and then, 4.5 months later I started the Onero/ LIFTMOR program, and they are both really benefiting, (along with all the other muscles and bones in my body). The potential side effects of bone medications can be harsh, and they don't always prevent fractures...