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61 years old, very healthy and active, past competitive runner

Posted by lisawa @lisawa, Oct 29 2:44pm

I am 61, very healthy, past competitive distance runner that did not have consistent periods until in my 20’s during prime bone growth. Subsequently , my tbsscores continue to drop. L1-L4 in 2019 ( -2.3) now 2024( -2.8) . Left hip 2019 (-2.0) now 2024 (-2.5). Right hip 2019 (-2.0) now (-2.1) . Same dexa machine. Dr said I was mod/ high risk of vertebral fracture and wants me to consider Tymlos. I am very scared to start any traditional therapy because of side effects, cancer risk, and rebound bone loss. What does this look like in 5 years? 10 years? I have 2 grandbabies on the way and plan to be super active with them! Please share your knowledge, wisdom and experience. Thanks

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doreenc | @doreenc | Dec 13 9:39am
In reply to @nwyatt "Anyone reading/using the info from Stuart McGill's book, Back Mechanic? My back pain is in my..." + (show)
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Anyone reading/using the info from Stuart McGill's book, Back Mechanic? My back pain is in my mid to upper back. Hoping his info and exercises will help me. Anyone's experience is much appreciated!

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I am currently reading Dr. Stuart McGill's "Back Mechanic". I am convinced Dr. McGill is the only one I've come across who completely understands the spine. McGill expands on Robin McKensie's method for spine issues. In fact, my physiatrist (a rehab MD) highly recommends his back patients to read Robin McKensie's "The McKensie Method - Treat Your Own Back" (also another good read but McGill's goes much more into detail.).

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