@sunnyflower I think you are describing the drugs like Fosamax to build bone mass. My mom takes that. One of my doctors told me that it does put calcium into bones, but also if you do break a bone, it breaks into more pieces because it is harder and doesn't flex a little like normal bones should. That would be a hard decision. Bioidentical hormone replacement also helps prevent bone loss, but has to be done and balanced properly to avoid complications like blood clots. It seems every choice also carries a risk. That's why we always need to ask about the risks before we choose. My pain is minimal now except when I get fatigued. If I'm just sitting on the couch, I forget that my ankle was fractured until I need to get up and it reminds me, so I'm careful and ease my weight onto my foot. I'm also doing myofascial release with my PT and that helps reduce pain and swelling and to get it moving better. Thanks for your kind words.