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Osteoporosis and Frax score?

Osteoporosis & Bone Health | Last Active: Aug 26, 2023 | Replies (49)

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@lamay You are smart to gather info and not make an impulsive, quick decision re: meds. As an FYI, when I learned I had osteoporosis, I asked my doc when I needed to make a decision re: meds and she said 3-6 months (my lowest score was -3.6, spine). IMHO, -2.6 is borderline osteoporosis / osteopenia so it's quite possible you may benefit from just natural approaches like diet, strength training, weight-bearing exercise, stress reduction, etc. But I say that as a layperson who does not know medicine, you, or your medical background.
Yes, I think seeing a PT is a great idea! (I did, she was helpful, gave a lot -- many too many -- exercises). As an FYI, I am taking online classes through drsherribetz.com (Sherri Betz) and ourstrongbones.com (Joanne Fagerstrom), both PT's focusing on clients with osteoporosis. And Margaret Martin is great too. In her most recent live webinar ("Ask Margaret Anything"), she briefly discussed Loren Fishman's 12 yoga poses (it's towards the end).
You may also benefit from talking with a registered dietician, especially if you have absorption issues (celiac?). IMHO, it's not just calcium and vitamin D, it's protein, vitamin K2, etc. -- all covered in Keith McCormick's 2023 "Great Bones" book that @windyshores mentioned. The books also discuss DXA equipment and technician errors. I mention that because also find it puzzling that your hip has a lower T-score than your spine but what do I know!
Two other resources I find super helpful: OsteoBoston YouTube channel and Margie Bissinger's Happy Bones, Happy Life podcast and YouTube's. They have interviews with Keith McCormick, whose info I trust.
I also thought about getting a vibration platform, specifically Marodyne LIV. But ultimately I decided not to -- too expensive ($3200+shipping) and not yet enough evidence for me to spend that kind of money. Keith McCormick also discusses them in his "Great Bones" book. Use this forum's search facility to get additional comments about vibration platforms.
Best wishes, and remember: you've got this!

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tetris,
Your reply is so very helpful. I will look into all your suggestions.
I've been using consumerlab.com (there's a subscription fee but I've consulted it so often it's worth it) for independent information on supplements and also on the recent findings about lead and cadmium in dark chocolate, flax, and other products. It sounds like one would have to supplement with a very high dose of K2 that just isn't commercially available right now. If more evidence emerges on the Marodyne LiV I could see splitting the cost with a couple friends who also have early osteoporosis, or perhaps a chiropractor or another provider has one around here.
Thank you for such a thoughtful and thorough reply.

tetris, what are you T scores and which med will you or are you taking?