Does Collagen Help Bone Density?

Posted by ann31 @ann31, 1 day ago

I'm considering taking collagen for my bone density along with trying to find a doctor to prescribe Evenity. My Rheumatologist won't prescribe due to black box warning. I do not have cardiac problems. I have terrible collapsing spine vertebrae from L2 to S1. Neurosurgeon won't do surgery until I take osteo med. I'm desperate and afraid of a fracture if not already hairline. Will collagen help until I get meds? I was offered Reclast but I don't think it will work as fast and I'm running out of time. Thanks

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oopsiedaisy | @oopsiedaisy | 1 day ago

There are some studies that show modest improvement from taking collagen. The study linked below was sponsored by the collagen manufacturer, Gelita, and showed BMD increased a total of 5% to 8% over four years of treatment.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8441532/