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X3Bar, anyone using it?
Is anyone using the exercise system X3Bar to increase bone density? It’s a little on the pricey side….
Last active: Jan 6 1:15pm
Is 3% annual gain in bone density a realistic goal?
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...
Last active: Feb 5 6:49pm
Video about Exercising After Compression Fractures
Margaret Martin, a Physical Therapist, with MelioGuide just posted this video, which is informative and helpful. https://youtu.be/YxrEiTWR35w
Last active: Aug 3, 2022
Does Mayo have an echolight machine?
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...
Last active: Sep 21 10:23am
Anyone progress from osteoporosis to osteopenia?
Being new to this site, I’m enjoying all the info out there on your experiences with osteoporosis. Has anyone been diagnosed with osteoporosis and been...
Last active: 3 days ago
Use of Prednisone and Improvements in Bone Density
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,...
Last active: Nov 1, 2022
How can I improve bone density when it hurts to move?
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...
Last active: Sep 18, 2023
Is there an alternative path after years on Prolia?
How long can I stay on Prolia? I have osteopenia and slight osteoporosis in my spine, and have been taking it for six years ....
Last active: Nov 11 7:57am
Peter Attia podcast on osteo
Peter Attia just did a good podcast with Belinda Beck, on YouTube and on his podcast The Drive. She's a big proponent of exercise, specifically...
Last active: Nov 5 4:44pm
Is Osteoporosis reversible in post menopausal women?
I'm relatively new to this support group. I'm post menopausal with osteoporosis. I've been reading various group discussions here and doing a little bit of...
Last active: Jul 12, 2023
Understanding advice for dealing with osteoporosis and navigating info
I am looking at where I went wrong following the advice to exercise, eat well and take supplements. I did all of that - religiously...
Last active: Nov 27 8:59pm
Forteo: sore throat as side effect?
I am 2 doses in to starting Forteo, having some bad DXA results (-3.5, & similar) despite supplementing with D3, Calcium, Magnesium, K2, as well...
Last active: Sep 1, 2023
Bottom line .. have you finished Evenity and then fractured
After three spontaneous fractures in the past year, my doctor prescribed Evenity. Given my poor bone structure the doctors and physical therapists have recommended I...
Last active: Aug 26 9:53pm
Thoughts on Strontium?
I'm on month 11 of Tymlos and although I'm having some side effects that are manageable, I'm getting tired of being tired all the time....
Last active: Nov 22 12:42pm
Fracture Risk Assessment
According to new guidelines in Canada, if your fracture risk is less than 15% there is no need to go on medication. If you are...
Last active: Jun 1 6:46pm
Evenity….stopped after the first set of injections…
Evenity was recommended by my family practice physician. I am now 71, relatively active, 5’9” BMI:19. My Ortho issues began about ten years ago when...
Last active: Apr 5 9:13am
Evenity and chloresterol
My cholesterol has always been high so my doctor is working with me to lower it with diet, exercise, fish oil, etc. Statins have had...
Last active: Oct 1 4:47pm
Looking for info
I am 51, have been diagnosed with severe osteoporosis and have been on Tymlos for a month now. After reading some discussions I'm realizing I...
Last active: Jul 16 12:43pm
Laying down as an OP factor
So--67 y.o. male have been diagnosed with OP: -4.9 L4. No secondary causes, normal blood workup (-PTH, PO4 score), high Ca diet, supplements, exercised, etc....
Last active: Mar 29, 2023
Tymlos and continuous high heat rate even after stopping
I think Tymlos messed my heart forever, I started about 14 months ago, it always increased my heart rate( 130’s to 160’s) right after but...
Last active: Nov 10, 2022