Anyone had experience with OsteoStrong, who is not a franchisee?

Posted by tikigod18 @tikigod18, Jan 29, 2019

Has anyone had experience with OsteoStrong? It suggests you will get a large increase in bone density while using their facility 10 minutes per WEEK. Somewhat pricey at $99 and up per month, but am curious if anyone who is NOT a franchisee, has experienced this program?

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user_chf56161a | @user_chf56161a | Feb 4, 2019

I’d like to know what it is. I have Ostereomalacia.
My bones are soft.

Editor’s Note:
From the National Osteoporosis Foundation https://www.nof.org/patients/patient-support/faq

It has long been known that high-intensity resistance exercise and impact increases osteogenic loading and facilitates bone mineral density acquisition. Several of the manuscripts and abstracts shared by OsteoStrong™ describe the effects of high-intensity resistance exercise using the BioDensity equipment on force production, leg muscle strength, HA1C diabetes marker and bone mineral density (BMD) outcomes in small uncontrolled studies of adults (sample sizes ranged from n=9 to n=21). The larger published studies they shared examined levels of impact loading on BMD outcomes in adolescents, assessed sex differences and learning effects in maximal force production and reported in an abstract that the underweight adults only were able to produce adequate force production for osteogenic loading. None of the studies were adequately powered randomized controlled trials investigating the effects of the OsteoStrong™ exercise program on BMD outcome, and none compared the effectiveness of the BioDensity program to a more generic, high-intensity resistance exercise program. The studies to date do provide preliminary data for this type of large effectiveness trails which are needed in order to change guidelines or make recommendations.
In summary, the scientific community has long known the benefits of high-intensity resistance and impact exercise on BMD. While the high-intensity BioDensity exercise program may be beneficial for increasing BMD in adults, the evidence presented does not demonstrate efficacy of the OsteoStrong™ program on BMD outcomes. Furthermore, we do not know how it compares to the benefits of the current BHOF recommendations for weight bearing and resistance exercise. Further research is warranted before the benefits of the OsteoStrong™ program can be determined.

gulfgirl | @gulfgirl | Jan 30, 2020

I had my first session Wednesday of this week and I really feel 100% better. I have an inherited DDD with the rounded upper back and I am sitting up straighter and can breathe better! My left hip doesn't bother me as much as it used to when I would get the trash can from the road to bring to the house. I usually would have to have a cane with me to make it all the way there and back. I really am delighted with Osteostrong. You can have a trial visit to see if it is for you. They spend about an hour with you and get your medical history, drugs, complaints then ease you through the 4 machines. It takes some grit to pull or push isometrically but it's fun to watch that needle keep going to the right. I'm a 68 year old female with Leukocytosis among other things and I really feel so much better. I'm signed up for a monthly round which can be 4 or 5 sessions. Call them and ask for a trial visit. See for yourself. Wish this were available 20 years ago!

candrgonzalez | @candrgonzalez | Jan 31, 2020

I am very interested in knowing more about this from people that have used it. I have pretty severe osteoarthritis and RA and I am in constant pain.

debbiem | @debbiem | Jan 31, 2020

I have been going to OsteoStrong for 5 weeks. My PC even was pleased with my decision to try it. I talked to 2 friends who did it for over a year and went from osteoporosis to almost out of even osteopenia. I already notice an increased strength and better balance. The science behind it makes so much sense. And it’s worth it to stay off of drugs. The free 1-hr session will explain a lot…. go for it!!

candrgonzalez | @candrgonzalez | Jan 31, 2020

I am looking in my area. Is it expensive?

debbiem | @debbiem | Jan 31, 2020

I pay $100/month I think. No long term commitment necessary and can quit whenever.

JK | @contentandwell | Jan 31, 2020

Osteostrong sounds like a very interesting option. I just checked their website and unfortunately there is not one anywhere near me. I like the idea of increasing bone strength with appropriate exercises.
JK

user_chf56161a | @user_chf56161a | Feb 1, 2020

I’m on Tymolos shots everyday. Haven’t tested me yet. Hope it works. Hope yours does too. I’m glad to hear something works!

gulfgirl | @gulfgirl | Feb 1, 2020

In reply to @debbiem "I pay $100/month I think. No long term commitment necessary and can quit whenever." + (show)

My monthly is 119.00 and that includes months that have 4 and 5 weekly visits. It varies a little from office to office I think.

gulfgirl | @gulfgirl | Feb 1, 2020

In reply to @candrgonzalez "I am very interested in knowing more about this from people that have used it. I..." + (show)

I have systemic lupus, arthritis everywhere – according to my orthopedic doc – and degenerative disc disease. After my first session my back doesn't hurt, I can walk a lot farther, 100 yards more, and my constant back pain has subsided. I can't wait until my next session but they recommend just once a week – at least to start.