Connect
Public Support Group 2,860 total results
Discussions (126)
Both osteopenia and spondylolisthesis- exercises?
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...
Arthritis in hand knuckle
What is the best exercise?
Bone strengthening foods, exercises, for over eighty
Bone strengthening methods that do not include pharmaceuticals would be appreciated, as my health issues make taking these medications too risky.
X3Bar, anyone using it?
Is anyone using the exercise system X3Bar to increase bone density? It’s a little on the pricey side….
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...
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
why do drs. push reclast
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...
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...
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,...
Does anyone have spondylosis with multifacet disease of the lumbar spi
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...
After Tymlos
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...
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...
I took Reclast last January and had severe belly cramps, headaches,
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...
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 ....
Does anyone feel like giving up ?
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...
Has this happened to you? BMD declines with both Prolia and Evenity
After 2-3 years taking Prolia with consistent BMD increases, a year ago my bone density test showed a decline on both femoral necks. So, my...
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...
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...
Physical Therapists/Margaret Martin
I was recently diagnosed with a slight compression fracture at L1 and L2. I am going to confer with a physical therapist near my residence...
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...
Connect