Has Anyone Had Surgery For The Base Of The Thumb...near The Wrist ..my Osteopath Is Recomending Stapling To Fuse Joint
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Has Anyone Used A Wrap Type Brace For Lower Back Pain?
Everyday I have lower back pain, partly from OA. I am thinking maybe one of those stretchy wrap brace might help. Does anyone use one? I know if I put my hand at my lower back it feels better with some support. Thanks
@A MyOsteoTeam Member Fractures in the back are very painful. I don't have that, but I have "offended" my lumbar region and am still taking PT. It's not a cure, but it does help. I am not surprised… read more
Alendronate
Does any one experience more pain on the day and the next ….after taking the weekly dose age?
I am keeping a journal and this happens after I take my weekly dose….and then two days later …I am back to the normal level of pain. Today was the dosage day….and I am HURTING!!!!
I just met with a new dr at a new clinic today. Waiting for lab results….another MRI…..and he wants me to get some PT….so it will be appt times…
So I will be off of alendronate as of next… read more
Walking With Weights
I was told to use wrist weights or a weighted vest. Anyone else?
Another good idea is to join a nearby community center or local YMCA that has a pool and actively participate in water aerobics. The water effect on your joints helps the joints feel better and… read more
Just Asking About Reclast Infusion.
I did the reclast in February. My right arm tingled for about 6 weeks. I have ra also. My parathyroid was alittle high. Now I am going to have to have total hip replacement. I haven't fallen. My hip collapse and I thought I was having a ra flare. But the xray from 2018 till now are severe. Anyone else have any issues with the reclast
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I am looking for information on Reclast
Please pros and cons
Side effects and if they would do it or have done it
Thank you
Evinity
Has anyone taken Evinity for their osteoporosis ? If so, please let me know your feedback
Does Osteoarthritis Get Worse Every Year? Mine Is Worse Since Last Year.
One good thing is vit D3 & K2 together, D3 is essential especially in the winter months as lack of sunshine caused chaos to your immune system. K2 is also essential as it takes the calcium out of your… read more
Reclast Side Effects?
I had chills that were unreal, some vomiting, felt very weak like I would easily black out, fatigue overall I was MISERABLE and scared for 24 hours. I felt somewhat disoriented. I am really hesitant to try again. Others?
Prolia And Evinty Injections
My healthcare provider recommends I consider one of the injection osteo meds. What I have read about these two medicines mentioned above really scares me. Has anyone had these injections, and if so, would you share your experience. Thanks. .
DEXA. Bone Scan
When I have my bone scan, I notice they only scan my L1 in my spine and I think they should scan more such as the L3 or L4, they also scan my left arm and hip.
Does anyone else have more than the L1 done on their spine?
@A MyOsteoTeam Member I emailed my Dr.( about my husband Alzheimer's / Vascular dementia) about Vitamin B12, vitamin D3, ,yes answered back, and called me.Yes B12 1,000 mg and 2,000 I D3.Thank you for… read more