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Completed Tymlos, considering refusing Prolia

Posted by vansks @vansks, 5 days ago

I've taken Tymlos for 2 years, also collagen, vitamins D & K, melatonin, and magnesium. Didn't take extra calcium because blood levels are good and I fear kidney stones. My dexa right hip has gone from -3.1 to -2.8! Spine also improved. Left hip no longer measurable since I fell and broke it a year ago and got a 1/2 replacement.
My Dr says start Prolia injections every 6 months. I've heard you need to stay on it permanently once you start. In view of the great reduction in my scores I'd like to just continue the supplements (dropping melatonin) and see if I can maintain the progress. I'd also like to see if my muscle aches and stiffness are from Tymlos or just old me (I'll be 76 in January). Any advice?

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gravity3 | @gravity3 | 3 days ago
In reply to @csrb7007 "@kaa1 Just an FYI, in addition to supplements (including K2) and fosamax, my wife just started..." + (show)
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@kaa1

Just an FYI, in addition to supplements (including K2) and fosamax, my wife just started vibration plate therapy coupled with biodensity machine. Both modalities have been shown to increase bone density.

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@csrb7007

If you are speaking of Osteostong there is quite a bit of feedback on subheadings under Osteoporosis. Also discussion about vibration plates. Check out melioguide.com for more info on the plates. She teaches people with Osteoporosis how to exercise safely.

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csrb7007 | @csrb7007 | 3 days ago

She’s taking Fosamax. I had contemplated buying a vibration plate but thought it best to find a facility that offers the therapy. They also offered the biodensity machine. This ended up being offered at a chiropractor’s office. I researched it and believe there is science behind it. You can google it and see.

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