Hi Bunky,

I don't know if the vibration plate caused the compression fractures. I guess it's possible. So far, I haven't had any problems. In the review of studies I read the vibration exercisers decreased the participants' back pain. Have you looked into the proper body mechanics of movement for osteoporosis? It's possible to get a compression fracture just by bending the back forward or sneezing.

If you need some exercise, check out Dr. Loren Fishman's 12 Poses vs Osteoporosis - there are modified programs for osteoporosis and osteopenia and Algaecal has three different videos demonstrating each variation. And Sara Meeks says the most important exercise is spinal decompression for 15 minutes everyday. You can find all these online by googling them. Of course, your doctors may advise you to do nothing until your fractures heal. Probably best to check with them.

I'm sorry about your son. You have a lot on your shoulders.

It'll be a year before I get another Dexa scan - I'm hoping for better results.

You take care. I hope things go well for you,
Teri