I am beyond happy and impressed

I can never find the reference but I'm sure I've read that there are actually different standards for bone density in different countries as there are ethnic differences in size - compare an average slight subcontinent person with a strapping Scandinavian for example.  It must make coming up with a one size fits all standard for counties with a substantial ethnic mix, such as in Britain and the Americas, impossible.

Yes they note your gender and ethnicity but that is still not sufficient. My husband is emphatic that it does not have enough variables. He believes the machine cannot possibly be accurate. His result is so good that he must be in his twenties but he is 76.

Hi, I think the FRAXA website is where you plug in your DEXA results and  by using a drop-down you select your nationality and it then calculates your chances of breaking a bone within 10 years.  Mine showed 'negligible' chance  

FRAXA is about something called fragile X syndrome. 

I found FRAX app for my IPhone but it didn’t work. I couldn’t login or see where to register. It’s supposed to measure your 10 yr. risk for fracture based on your dexa scores and other physical & lifestyle characteristics. 

Sometimes things don't seem to work properly on a phone or even a tablet but might be fine on a computer.

 

Thanks. I’ll try that. 

I meant FRAX and it works on my pc

No, I have refused any of the drugs because I don’t feel they are much help and often the opposite. I don’t think I have been on K2 long enough to give it the best chance so will hope it is much better next time. 

Thanks. I think some do know. I need to be doing this for a long time to see any real improvement. Even if I can stop it getting worse is good. 

People who have only osteopenia or just beginning osteoporosis tscores have more chance of improving their tscores.

We need to understand that people with tiny bones are not being differentiated from larger boned people. My husband pointed that out with the difference between us two. He does not actually trust the machines, his results are a bit too good to be true. 

Hello Kathleen, my husband read your posts and commented that it is a big step in the right direction. With the help of some gentle impact exercise you may be able to improve this even further like he did. He can't apply for another test until around September next year but having kept on with the supplements and the exercise, he doesn't expect to see any regression. I suspect that the regimen will continue for the rest of his life since the cause has probably not gone away.

 

Yes I try to do some exercise but cannot do what many are able to. I try to walk a little each day and I have some light weights. 

I think it is more achievable if your tscores are better than mine if I am even able to believe the results. 

I think if you have broken no bones if more of an indication than the tscores.

Hope you and your husband are well.

Hi there, I am impressed with your progress. I am 62 and have spinal score of -3.4 and hip score of -1.8. So am in a dilemma as I am being urged to take medication  by my GP. What type of Vitamin K2 do you take and how much?

I am in Australia so it depends where you are. Mine is 160 which is plenty. It is just one small jelly like tablet and easy to swallow.

Have yoghurt as well daily. Even if it slows it down if you have had no broken bones is good. Magnesium is important too. Walking or other weight bearing is necessary as well. 

All the best.

Correction 180 mcg after checking the packaging. I am in Australia and it states here that is the optimal amount which has the benefits which have no “may” in front but declares the benefits of aiming the calcium onto the bones and out of the arteries. Demand for K2 is high in Australia so I keep one packet ahead now so as not to run out. Add yoghurt to this which does not have to be at the same time but have each day,

Thanks Kathleen that’s very helpful.

That makes me feel more confident about my double dose here in Canada.  Two capsules = 200 mcg. No really definitive health claims, just that it "supports bone and vascular health".  I can't get it from my pharmacy, only available from stores that sell health products.  You'd think that would include pharmacies, wouldn't you?  I think you can now get calcium citrate from a pharmacy but when I started taking calcium back in my 40s you could only get calcium carbonate and had to go to the health food store for calcium citrate.  

Hi Kathleen, I’m also in Australia, what brand do you take of the K2? Mine in only 90 mcg and I was only taking one. I have severe osteo and also on Prolia injections so taking all the supplements as well. 

Nature’s Way180 mcg. Don’t get the one with other stuff in it as the dose is too low. Just the K2 on its own.

You mean osteoporosis or osteoarthritis? I have both in the back and elsewhere.

Remind me what your tscores are please?

Thanks Kathleen, I’m getting low so will replenish with Natures Way, rather than Caruso 90mcg! I have mild arthritis but severe osteoporosis, tscore -4 on the right hip and -3.6 in the left hip and back. That’s why the Prolia. Blood test showed a normal calcium level but it wasn’t going on the bones...damnit.  And having to be on prednisone for PMR/GCA just made my osteoporosis get a lot worse in a short time... 🙇???

Ok Reecergan Lund’s good. Maybe watch how long you take the prolia for. Check tscores after a year to see if there is improvement.

Are you having yoghurt once a day? That is advised as well.

Yes, doing the yogurt thing. Plus calcium, D3, K2, magnesium, fish oil, Tumeric, leafy greens etc etc...walking in a weighted vest when I can, trying to do everyth8ng right. I can’t have another dexa scan for  2 years..well..18 months now as it was done last November but I didn’t start Prolia till beginning of February. Rheumatologist originally said 3 years of Prolia...now after me questioning him about all the latest research he is saying life. I’ve only had the one injection so far so I’m going to question him some more at my next appointment next month, before I have the next shot. However with my t scores I’m between the Devil and the deep blue sea. Damned if I do and damned if I don’t. 

Yes but also if you have broken no bones it is a better indication I am starting to realise more and more. 

Hi 

How do you find the Prolia injections, I can't tolerate the alendronate and risedronate tablets so think that's my next option, but am very nervous of the side effects...

Thanks, and also I think I'll try the K2 - anyone in the UK recommend a supplier?

Think I just replied to your new post on the other page .....let me know if that isn’t you. 👍