Osteoporosis- New diagnosis. What can I safely do?

Thanks katchm, I need to know too and I only have bone thinning, not yet osteoporosis. I have read that falling off a chair from seated can be dangerous. That seems very restrictive if one is risk averse. I hope experienced people will comment. Started on Alendronic acid with calcium and vit D last week. Runny tummy and altered taste side-effects.

Hi

I'm not experienced but one question....Do you have arthritis as well.?

Osteoporosis seems to advocate high impact exercise ....eg running etc

I've got arthritis as well and they say no high impact exercise??????

Where do I go from here

Google it and you should find a group that will advise

This might be deleted if so just pm me

Lov

Elieen   uk

I can believe that George- I broke my back last year when I let go of a flowerpot I was dragging and sat down hard!

Yes Eileen I have OA as well, trouble is the weight has gone on since my break which doesn't help anything.

Katchm, The first thing for you to know is that osteoporosis is a common condition and, though, it mostly affecs women over 50 yrs., it can affect younger people of both sexes with varous medical backgrounds - and ALL ages. The next thing to know is that, though it would not be a condition one would wish on oneself, it is perfectly treatable and, with some care, life can be normal again. HOWEVER, though I really understand your fear and initial panic, you do need to do some research on your condition and take some control here. I don't know where you live but there are a number of very informative websites on OP and, over the past months, I have looked at the following and they were all helpful   -  

osteoporosis NHS Choices.   osterpoorsis Canada.   osteoporosis Australia.  osteoporosis Ireland. Have a good look through these and, at least, they will throw up some questions to ask your busy doctor on your nest apt. Finally, if at all possible, get yourself to a Rheumatologist. Good luck.

Sorry katchm, I intended to add that the meds you have been prescribed for your OP are the standard treatment for it. Most people seem to tolerate these meds prefectly well but if you have difficulties , after allowing for a "settling down" period, there are other treatments which do the job just as well. Also re.  your question ' what can I safely do' I would not feel qualified to answer. You need to talk to your doc. (preferably rheumatologist) well- prepared with your questions  (best written down) and maybe a friend/partner with you to remember the things you won't. Above all remember you're NOT an invalid and knowledge is power. You'll be fine.