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I reversed osteoporosis without drugs
I had my bone quality test yesterday along with another bone density test. This was my third bone density test in 14 months.
My first bone density test was Nov 2021.
I started consulting with different doctors. If I must take meds I would. But I had to get to the truth.
The physician who appeared to know the most is Keith McCormick DC the chiropractor who got osteoporosis at a very young age and really understands it.
That first DEXA scan showed I had mild osteoperosis of the spine, within the margin of error.
So no McCormick said to take the CTX (blood) test and a few others.
CTX was good.
My CTX shows that the osteoclasts are not breaking down too much bone. therefore, my next bone density test shouldn’t show that that I am much worse.
I decided not to wait until 2 years for another scan and took
I took another bone density (aka DEXA) scan 10/2022 to see if that was true about the CTX.
My spine was actually better in that scan and it was now osteopenia.
My hip was a little worse bringing it outside the margin of error. McCormick said this was a tough call so I said to him why don’t I get a bone quality test (that he told me about) and I figured that will buy me a little time anyway lol.
Unfortunately, the bone quality test only measures the spine.
Since it’s unusual for your spine to get better and your hip to get worse, it made me think - what have I done differently since the last test? Why would my spine improve but not my hip? What is my spine doing that my hip is not?
I decided it had to be the Supernatural virtual reality exercise app that I exercise to (on the oculus quest VR helmet). Even though I am striking the air, there actually is resistance, and I push hard to hit it as powerfully as I can.
I decided to put weights on my ankles. Everything I read says weight training should be once or twice a week, and I certainly only did it once.
Back to yesterday and the bone quality (TBS) test and yet another bone density (DEXA) test.
My hip was back to where it was on the first test. This put me back inside the margin of error where I would not have to take medication
This demonstrated to me that the CTX score did in fact mean I'm not losing density quickly.
Yesterday's test shows that my spine continued to improve and my bone density score was no longerosteopenia. It was normal. My bone quality test was great. The tech really loved it and called me over to show me how I was completely in the green meaning It was normal which is a little unusual at my age, 74, altogether.
I may be wrong about supernatural helping.
I’ll probably take the DEXA again in six months because I am anxious to see how the hip does, and if it improves even more.
And if so, I’ll turn myself into a study. 😂
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Which book? Two were mentioned.
So sorry. I meant Keith McCormick's book. The Whole Body Approach to Osteoporosis.
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2 ReactionsI hope physicians will one day spell out in hard cold facts with details of what can happens to bone structure if not protected. - before it is too late. These discussions need to occur early on. We all know what diabetes can do to the body- I think more attention and public awareness are required for this osteoporosis disease
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4 Reactions@saba as a person with several fractures, I agree. Part of the info given to patients should emphasize that osteoporosis is symptomless, that we can feel strong when we aren't.
@kirstenlheld my wonderful endo did not want to do the tests suggested by McCormick, so I asked my PCP to order them, and she did. To be honest the tests were not particularly helpful.
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3 ReactionsBeyond the DEXA scan, what other tests did Dr. McCormic recommend?
Thanks!
I see the endocrinologist in March.
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1 ReactionGood to know. I see my PCP in April for my yearly physical, so if she won't order them, maybe he will. In addition to the DEXA scan I had the Echolight scan done back in October, and it showed my hip to not even be in Osteopenia and my lumbar spine to be in only Osteopenia as opposed to Osteopororis. I want to have another DEXA done and at least some of the tests he mentions before even considering going on a medication. After learning all that I have, I really don't want to go on a bisphosphonate or a yearly injection type of thing. If anything, I would really push for going the route you did with Tymlos, I think.
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1 ReactionHere is what he says:
Basic core tests include:
Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP)
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Vitamin D (25(OH) D)
Urine pH - morning
Urine Calcium - either a calcium to creatinine ratio or a 24 hour urine calcium test
Celiac profile - consisting of anti-tissue transglutaminase and antigliadin antibodies.
Some form of bone resorption marker (NTX, CTX or DPD)
Minimal supplementation should include:
Multivitamin - mineral
Calcium - 1000-1200mg/day
Magnesium 500-600mg/day
Vitamin D3, 1000-2000 IU/day
Vitamin K - 1mg/day or more
Antioxidant supplement, broad spectrum product
Fish oil, 2-3 grams/daily
Flaxseed meal, 2-4 tbsp/day
Probiotics, 3-20 billion viable cells/day
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4 ReactionsDid you use a supplement drug?
I am in full osteoporosis and have been diagnosed with breast cancer. I have just started my hormone suppression therapy for the cancer which strips your body of estrogen- the very thing my bones need! I also have another problem with a rare condition with my teeth and losing them. All three of my conditions conflict with one another and make the other worse. I have decided to treat the cancer first and try natural remedies for the osteoporosis which is only going to get worse. Thank you for the names of these doctors that think outside the box.
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6 ReactionsThank you!!! wonderful list.
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