Osteoporosis & Bone Health Support Group

I fractured the L3. It has healed and I just began Forteo injections. Not really getting any concrete advice from my Dr or Physical Therapist.

What exercises do you do if you have BOTH spondylolisthesis AND osteopenia? I am receiving PT mostly to try to relieve lumbar pain and the...

So, I saw my doc today. They said, even with exercise/supplements, that won't be enough to improve my bone density/fracture risk in any meaningful way....

What is the best exercise?

Bone strengthening methods that do not include pharmaceuticals would be appreciated, as my health issues make taking these medications too risky.

I have osteoporosis in my arms and want to explore options to medication. A friend told me about a company with a franchisee not far...

Is anyone using the exercise system X3Bar to increase bone density? It’s a little on the pricey side….

Age 80, male. Able to exercise, yoga, bike, hike, etc. All DEXA scores rated Osteoporosis. Spine T score -3.5. Probable cause many years of steroids...

Margaret Martin, a Physical Therapist, with MelioGuide just posted this video, which is informative and helpful. https://youtu.be/YxrEiTWR35w

no family history of osteoporosis, but my oncologist is pushing reclast. I refused. I am extremely healthy and I will not take that poison. Proper...

Has anyone had an Echolight scan that had more accurate results than a Dexascan? Are there any doctors at Mayo who are more interested in...

I'm wondering if anyone who takes prednisone for chronic disease has had any success in improving or maintaining bone density by taking a prescribed drug,...

Recently started getting more serious about exercise such as strength training to help with maintaining and building more muscle and stronger bones. Would like to...

I would like to know if anyone has taken Reclast. I’m due for another Reclast infusion and refuse to take it. My bone density in...

How long can I stay on Prolia? I have osteopenia and slight osteoporosis in my spine, and have been taking it for six years ....

Idk. I am being honest I am stressed out o Dr the thought of taking any of these meds. The drs tell me not to...

I have severe arthritis and my joints are usually hurting. I have done limited exercise in the past 2 years and worried my osteopenia will...

I have spondylosis with multifacet disease of the lumbar spine. I have difficulty breathing when walking and can’t stand up straight and start walking bent...

I have osteoporosis in my left hip (neck region) with a T score of -2.7. I know that I'm looking at a hip replacement at...

I have been taking Tymlos for just over a year and have an app't to talk to my provider about next steps. I tried alendronate...