My mother took Fosamax for over 8 years and still broke her hip. I have friends who have tried the shots and still broken bones. What have you found the most effective treatment for osteoporosis? I am also trying the exercise program by Margaret Martin. I already exercise daily and this helps me focus on a program particular to osteoporosis; including tips on what not to do. I have also heard that your diet is also a factor? Has anyone found this to be true? Thanks so much.
Thank you for the tip. I think my parathyroids were checked last year, but I will certainly follow up with my doctor.
Side effects very painful 😒
Didn’t know that prolia maintains bones.. hopefully find out more when I speak to osteoporosis nurse….I do hope your bone density improves…..take care wendy 🙏
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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
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