@trishanna My friend had osteoporosis and Dr .endocrinologist did blood work On her he tested her hormones Vitamin levels and found she had a severe diffency in Vi t D3 he put her on 5000 units ,plus calcium and magnesium told her start weight training 2lbs then increase it, swimming, exercise .Check with your Dr. Hope this helps

@lioness. Thanks for your reply. I'm going to ask her about her Vit D - very important for all of us but I wasn't aware there was a link to calcium and osteoporosis. My friend is in such pain - from her vertebrae, her intestinal tract (IBS), her shoulder. I think she was working when she lifted something too heavy, but doctors can't seem to decide if she broke her vertebrae or not. Add insurance problems and no money, and it's just tragic. I will push about Vit D - I take 2000 a day.

@trishanna didn't the Dr.take an xray?That will tell if she has a fractured vertebra Our bodies need minerals of all kinds magnesium Vi t D3calcium does she take a vitamin ,mineral?

@lioness. There were delays, whatever, but somehow initially, even with x-rays, the break was missed. She's scheduled for an MRI this week - hope it will provide more information. She's been in a back brace for more than six weeks; if she removes it, the pain is awful. There are more stories of errors made by the medical staff, but that she's being told there's nothing that can be done for her that has me so upset. It seems to me it's a life sentence! I note your question about CBD cream - I was looking into it for my friend so I hope you'll let us know how effective it is.

@I will didn't come yet hope your well today not here just had my back injected

@trishanna when I fractured my back Dr put me in a turtle shell brace wore during day ,took of at night for 3months then water therapy for 6 months.

@lioness. Yes, that's the garment my friend has been wearing - 24/7! Don't know how she can stand it - especially with the terrible heat we've been having. Interesting the schedule you were on. With no further instructions from doctor, she finally took it off and that's when the pain hit! Shall be getting an update soon from her - hope for some good news!

@trishann no wonder she couldn't stand it how did she sleep with it on???? Dr told me not to wear it to bed ,poor thing did he forget to tell her that?If she,s uncomfortable with him seek a orthopedic Dr.that's who I had.

Checked to be sure - my friend wore the "shell" 24/7 for six weeks ordered by an orthopedic specialist! She's aware of water therapy, but for some reason - perhaps the shell - hasn't started it yet. Did you find it helpful, @lioness? Anyhow, she is due to start a drug called zoledronate. Anyone familiar with this drug? Side effects appear to be severe!! She's also developed inflammation everywhere and is in pretty constant pain. Comments appreciated.