I am faced with getting Reclast, question for you did the joint pain eventually go away for you? I can handle side effects if they eventually go away, but if they NEVER go away, that's a different story.

Having been diagnosed with both osteoporosis and osteoarthritis at age 71 I refused Reclast and any other med. I detest meds. However, because mobility was becoming an issue I knew I had to do something to HELP myself as I was becoming depressed. At first a scooter purchase was a thought. Upon pondering both pros and cons after years of athleticism, being tethered to a scooter also qucikly became an unappealing thought. Instead I counseled with an orthopedic surgeon. Within a few month's time R and L Total Hip Replacements have given me a new lease on life. My "medicine" is strictly a healthy diet rich in vitamins and minerals. Supplement for bones calcium with D vitamin and collagen. I can once again independently care for myself. Weight bearing exercise which is aslo good for increasing bone density is attained through daily walks. And I can again care for many rescues as well as enjoy life without pain. Tylenol normally does the trick for any pain now.