Any experience with Osteoboost device for minimizing bone loss?

@babs10
FDA cleared doesn't mean it is shown to be effective though from what I understand?

@dduh Such a good point. Plus, the FDA once had a strong reputation for relying on independent, highly qualified medical professionals with no financial incentive tied to their recommendations. Many people question whether that level of independence still exists today.

https://www.osteoboost.com

@kfhoz I just listened to a webinar on this (Lani Simpson) and it was not recommended for bone loss. Lani said there can be a danger of retinal detachment, dizziness and release of inner ear crystals which can make you dizzy. It has not been shown to build significant new bone or replace osteoporosis medications when those are needed. It appears to be "safe" and easy to use, but the evidence is still limited, and longer-term studies are needed. For people who are osteopenic and not ready for medication or who want an additional non-drug approach, it could be an add on when combined with strength training, adequate protein, calcium, vitamin D, and other bone-healthy habits. It costs about $1000. Hope that helps.

https://www.osteoboost.com

@babs10, do you have a link to that video you could share? I was just searching and can’t find it. I have been using an Osteoboost belt for more than a year and now have some vertigo. Would like to see Dr Simpsons’s references to the inner ear crystals. Thanks!

@wondering1, My access is through a paid membership, so I wouldn't feel right sharing the recording outside of that. I hope you can understand.

If you're interested, here's a link to Lani's Masterclass. I've been a member for about 18 months and have gotten a lot out of it.
https://lanisimpson.com/pages/masterclass

@babs10 , I understand. Does she cite any research relating to the inner ear issue?

@wondering1 - YES! As a matter of fact, she said crystals in the inner ear can become dislodged and cause Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV). I had that a few years ago (not related to vibration plates), and fortunately the Epley maneuver resolved it immediately. She also discussed the potential risk of retinal tears or detachment in susceptible individuals.

One of her main criticisms was that the Osteoboost study was small (64 women in the treatment group and 64 in the placebo group), yet the marketing has been much broader than the evidence. The placebo group wore an identical belt that emitted sound but did not vibrate.

Lani's interpretation was that the belt did not build new bone or increase bone density. At best, it appeared to slow the rate of bone loss compared with doing nothing. Among participants who used the device at least three times per week, spinal bone strength declined by 0.48% over 12 months versus 2.84% in the placebo group, but both groups still lost bone.

As Margaret Martin has pointed out: "In clinical research, a trial is considered negative if it misses its main objective (the primary endpoint). In the Osteoboost trial, there was no statistically significant difference in bone density between the active group and the placebo group across the full study population."

One small caveat: the statement that the belt "doesn't build new bone" is an interpretation of the trial results rather than something the study directly proved. The trial failed to show a significant improvement in bone mineral density (its primary endpoint), but it did report some positive findings in bone strength measures among adherent users. Whether those secondary findings are clinically meaningful is where the experts disagree. I hope this helps.

Since you have been using Osteoboost for more than a year, do you know if has improved or slowed your bone loss? I have been using the device since February 2026 and I’m curious about its effectiveness. I’m due for a DEXA in November.