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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.
Last active: Jul 9, 2023
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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, 2024
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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...
Last active: 5 days ago
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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
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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, 2024
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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...
Last active: 6 days ago
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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: Dec 19, 2024
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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, 2024
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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
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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