How do you halt the progress of osteoporosis?

For what it's worth, my female cardiologist is taking the calcium/vitaminD3/vitaminK2 trio herself. She likes the studies suggesting that K2 is artery-prorective. I've been taking the stuff for over 5 years and a recent echocardiogram was so good my PCP double-checked the date because I also have chronic high cholesterol and cannot tolerate leg cramps from statins. So, we amble forth and do the best we can and figure the human body is still, by and large, a mystery.

I would love info on the two kinds of K2 to take. I take MK-7, 45mcg. Do you also take the other kind?

My doctor is recommending Forteo. I already had 2 femur fractures from Fosamax. I would love to hear some feedback about Forteo. Thank you.

I just take the K2 included in the bone support supplement. I don't know much about the differences so hope this does the trick. I tried reading some studies on them and my eyes glazed over in boredom so just trust the manufacturer, lol.

windyshores search on "Dr. Weston Price Activator X" for answers to that question. For bone health look into boron, magnesium and annatto tocotrienol. In addition to bone benefits they add needed supplementation for deficiencies resulting in a many other health issues. "Nothing boring about boron" is worth the search.

Dr. McCormick's book has all this info but I loaned it to a friend 🙂 For others: annatto tocotrienol is a form of Vitamin E.

Very sorry to hear about your fractures. I started on Forteo about 3 months ago as my last bone density test was worse than ever (spine -3.6 etc) I am 72 & Forteo was first recommended to me 16 yrs ago! An injection sounded ominous so I continued on oral drugs for 10 yrs always trying to do the right thing re: diet & exercise. So far I have had no negative side effects from the Forteo but it will a while before I know if it has been helpful. An endocrinologist at Mayo recommended Forteo a few months ago as did my internist for many yrs. I hope this helps. Take care. Linda

I did not want to take Alendronate (Fosamax), but after seeing 3 different doctors--all well respectbed--including an endocrinologist, I decided to take their advice. They all strongly recommended taking Alendronate. The information I found on the Internet that was warning against taking Alendronate came from sources that I couldn't feel confident about, although I didn't do a lot of digging into it. So, I'm confused. I have severe osteoporosis in the lower spine, and the thought of getting a fracture is very worrisome. Is there anyone out there with a positive story about Alendronate/Fosamax?

Good evening @hillclan, nice to meet you. I am happy to share my Alendronate story with you. After two years on Tymlos.....building bone and being free of any side effects, my endocrinologist told me I had to go on Prolia. That was not a good idea and after a year I was suffering with jaw pain and other side effects. With the support of my PCP, I found a new endocrinologist at Mayo Clinic. He reviewed all of my medical history and recommended Alendronate. Instead of a twice-a-year infusion of Prolia which had a long half-life, the Fosamax is a tablet that I take every Monday morning. I follow the directions carefully and then begin my week.

It has been 18 months now and I have had no issues, discomfort, or side effects. In June of 2024, I will discover how well my bones have held onto the development I received from two years on Tymlos. The Dexa scans will reveal what I am anxious to see.

It seems that my body can handle daily Tymlos injections and weekly Alendronate tablets. It just can't handle large infusions of any medication.

So...positive is exactly how I am feeling. And may you also be safe, protected, and free of inner and outer harm.

Chris

Chris, thank you for taking the time to reply to my post and tell your story. I'm glad to hear you have had no untoward effects from Alendronate. I feel more encouraged about taking it, based on your experience.

There is definitely a lot of information "out there" to make someone think twice about taking Alendronate, which really makes one feel between a rock and a hard place.

Thanks again for your input and kind words. I'm happy for you that Alendronate is going well, and I hope your next Dexa will be happy news.