I have osteoporosis,and I am happy to say I have not had any broken bones! My bone density test show my 60 year old bones are like that of an 80+ year old women.However I am in pain every day, my knees,hips
,back and hands hurt the most. But my doctors say there is no pain with osteoporosis until you have a fracture or break. And X-rays have not shown much arthritis. How "much" do I need to have for them to explain the pain I have? Have any of you had pain without fracture or arthritis?
With osteoporosis which waist exercises are safe?
side bends and stretches also armchair yoga
I tried weight bearing exercises I got off the internet and it seems to make my left hip hurt more-I had osteopenia last year and now i am told i have osteoporosis , so Im scared and not sure what to do and afraid of breaking my hip now
Thanks for responding, I tried standing on one leg-That was supposed to increase bone density and leg lifts when i got diagnosed with osteponia last November-they hurt my hip earlier this year but… read more
I seem to tire more easily. Is this part of having osteoporosis
I think pain makes us tired. I get so tired and depressed at times. Listening to music is helpful
Have seen "heel drops" suggested as effective exercise for osteoporosis. After trying it several days, I have extreme lower back pain. Anyone have this experience?
@ Patty8, i do heal drops occasionally. Do u do them on carpet? Hugs josie
I was diagnosed today. I haven’t stopped crying. I have been a very healthy person. I’m scared after reading about the side effects of all those medications. I wonder if there are people who have decided not to take any medication and treat it just with a good diet and exercise. Is that a good idea?
Thanks,
Hi Vivian, I don’t take meds except the calcium tablets proscribed by Doctor, I take long walks most days eat plenty of fruit & vegetables & usually do Pilates 4 mornings a week, I’ve not long come… read more
thoracic compression fractures causing much discomfort under ribs / top of distended abdomen: constipation also
With lower ribs pressing on top of pelvic bone
Other than stretches / physio exercises anything I can do about it?
Feels that a well fitted back support would help ?
I am 81. Was very fit before fractures occurred
I think a back brace helps a lot. I don’t wear one regularly . They are hot. But if my back acts up and tries to go out on me or if it hurts badly I will wear a Muller back brace I bought from… read more
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Thanks London for your information I am still looking into everything as I have not long been in out of hospital again x
Does anyone recommend anything natural? I don't want to take any meds bcz of severe side effects. I have severe osteoporosis pretty much all over. Thanks in advance for ur comments
I find having a spa is a great natural therapy.
I always thought that the pain in my joints, especially in my hands and knees was just part of aging. Now I don't know if the pain is from osteo or just age
I don’t have any pain from Osteoporosis but have a lot from Osteoarthritis. Also have Osteopenia that can be painful at times.