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My mother suffering from osteoporosis. Can osteoporosis completely curable diseases.

BPTh/BPT
Physiotherapist, Kolkata
My mother suffering from osteoporosis. Can osteoporosis completely curable diseases.
Not at all curable reduce work do not bend do not sit on floor no knee bending gapapax oinment 3 times in a day use nortipan m take at 8 pm for 6 months check your pcod and period is contuiity or not and consult with gynaecologist then boiled food habbit.
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My femur dexa scan t score is -2.3 what does it mean? Is it moderate osteoporosis.

Erasmus Mundus Master in Adapted Physical Activity, MPT, BPTh/BPT
Physiotherapist, Chennai
My femur dexa scan t score is -2.3
what does it mean? Is it moderate osteoporosis.
Hot or cold compresses. Applying heat or cold may help. "some people like heat, some like cold, deal says. "whatever feels best. Tens (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation). A tens system includes a small, battery-powered machine, connected by wires to a pair of electrodes. The electrodes are connected to your skinnear the pain source. A mild electrical current travels through your skin and goes along your nerve fibers. It may reduce pain by changing the way your brain perceives pain, experts say. One session takes about 15 minutes. "tens is sometimes helpful -- not a game-changer but worth a try, deal says. Massage. This may give your muscles relief. Get your doctor's approval first, only get massage from a qualified therapist, and make sure the therapist knows about your osteoporosis and your fracture. Osteoporosis exerciseexercisingregularlybuildsandstrengthensbones. Weight-bearingexercises—wherebonesandmusclesworkagainstgravity—arebest. Theseincludeaerobics,dancing, jogging,stairclimbing, tennis,walking, andliftingweights.peoplewhohaveosteoporosismaywant to attemptgentleexercise, such as walking, ratherthanjogging or fast-pacedaerobics, whichincreasethechance of falling. Exercisingthree to fourtimesperweekfor 20-30 minuteseachtimehelps. Osteoporosis treatmentthe treatment of osteoporosis involves reducing any of the factors contributing to poor bone health. Yosur doctor may advise you to address current exercise regime, review your medications or review current lifestyle factors that predispose you to osteoporosis. Your doctor may also advise you to increase your: calcium intake via your diet or with supplements. Calcium is used to build and maintain bone health. vitamin d intake via supplements or exposure to low levels of sunlight. Vitamin d is used to absorb calcium in the bone and regulate calcium in the blood. Tips for osteoporosisweight bearing exercise, such as walking, can help to strengthen bonesexercises to improve your balance and strength will help to prevent falls follow a healthy diet that includes enough calcium and vitamin duse this handy calculator to make sure you are getting enough calcium. Wear sensible, well-fitting shoes to avoid fallsavoid rugs and sloppy slippers – both can cause tripshave good lighting on your stairsget your eyesight checked regularly (free for people over 60) try to avoid heavy lifting – consider home delivery grocery shoppingthis is a general low back ache and for this you can follow these measures: one keep a pillow right under the knee while sleeping, next is you can keep ice in the painful area for about 5--10 minutes, if pain still persists you can stretch your body by twisting the waist on both sides how we used to do in the school drill similarly you can try which will help you relax as well will reduce the pain.
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I have osteoporosis of both kneesunable to stand and walk no pain etc. What is your advise. Dr. r kashinath v chitte age 87 yrs.

Erasmus Mundus Master in Adapted Physical Activity, MPT, BPTh/BPT
Physiotherapist, Chennai
I have osteoporosis of both kneesunable to stand and walk no pain etc. What is your advise. Dr. r kashinath v chitte ...
The treatment of osteoporosis involves reducing any of the factors contributing to poor bone health. Yosur doctor may advise you to address current exercise regime, review your medications or review current lifestyle factors that predispose you to osteoporosis. Your doctor may also advise you to increase your: calcium intake via your diet or with supplements. Calcium is used to build and maintain bone health. vitamin d intake via supplements or exposure to low levels of sunlight. Vitamin d is used to absorb calcium in the bone and regulate calcium in the blood. Tips for osteoporosisweight bearing exercise, such as walking, can help to strengthen bonesexercises to improve your balance and strength will help to prevent falls follow a healthy diet that includes enough calcium and vitamin duse this handy calculator to make sure you are getting enough calcium. Wear sensible, well-fitting shoes to avoid fallsavoid rugs and sloppy slippers – both can cause tripshave good lighting on your stairsget your eyesight checked regularly (free for people over 60) try to avoid heavy lifting – consider home delivery grocery shoppingthis is a general low back ache and for this you can follow these measures: one keep a pillow right under the knee while sleeping, next is you can keep ice in the painful area for about 5--10 minutes, if pain still persists you can stretch your body by twisting the waist on both sides how we used to do in the school drill similarly you can try which will help you relax as well will reduce the pain.
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Hi! this is for my mother .her age is 60 years weight 72 kg she suffers from osteoporosis she does some breathing exercises in the morning she has constant back ache issue special while lying down and getting up from bed. Dr. had told her keep taking calcium and vitamin d she used to take supracal is goldcal max good for her for how many months should she take goldcal max and can she take deviry along with that for 2 months once in a week .besides backache she has no other issues her bp and sugar level is ok.

BHMS
Homeopathy Doctor, Noida
Hi! this is for my mother .her age is 60 years weight 72 kg
she suffers from osteoporosis she does some breathing exe...
Below are exercises that strengthen the lower back and help manage lower back pain: 1. Bridges—lie on the ground and bend the knees, placing the feet flat on the floor hip-width apart. Press the feet into the floor, keeping the arms by the sides. Raise the buttocks off the ground until the body forms a straight line from the shoulders to the knees. Squeeze the buttocks with the shoulders remaining on the floor. Lower the buttocks to the ground and rest for a few seconds. Repeat 15 times and then rest for 1 minute. Do 3 sets of 15 repetitions. 2. Knee-to-chest stretches— lie on the back on the floor. Bend the knees, keeping both feet flat on the floor. Use both hands to pull one knee in toward the chest. Hold the knee against the chest for 5 seconds, keeping the abdominals tight and pressing the spine into the floor. Return to the starting position. Repeat with the opposite leg. Repeat with each leg 2–3 times twice a day. 3. Lower back rotational stretches—lie back on the floor with bent knees and feet flat on the ground. Keeping the shoulders firmly on the floor, gently roll both bent knees over to one side. Hold the position for 5–10 seconds. Return to the starting position. Gently roll the bent knees over to the opposite side, hold, and then return to the starting position. Repeat 2–3 times on each side twice a day. 4. Draw-in maneuvers— lie back on the floor with knees bent and feet flat, keeping the arms by the sides. Breathe in deeply. While breathing out, pull the bellybutton toward the spine, tightening the abdominal muscles and keeping the hips still. Hold the position for 5 seconds. Repeat 5 times. 5. Pelvic tilts— lie back on the floor with knees bent and feet flat, keeping the arms by the sides. Gently arch the lower back and push the stomach out. Hold for 5 seconds, then relax. Flatten the back and pull the bellybutton in toward the floor. Hold for 5 seconds, then relax. Increase the number of repetitions daily, building up to 30. 6. Lying lateral leg lifts— lie on one side with the legs together. Keep the lower leg slightly bent. Draw the bellybutton into the spine to engage the core muscles. Raise the top leg about 18 inches, keeping it straight and extended. Hold the position for 2 seconds. Repeat 10 times. Turn onto the other side of the body and repeat, lifting the other leg. Perform 3 sets on each side. 7. Cat stretches— get onto the hands and knees with the knees hip-width apart. Arch the back, pulling the bellybutton up toward the spine. Slowly relax the muscles and allow the abdomen to sag toward the floor. Return to the starting position. Repeat 3–5 times twice a day. 8. Supermans— lie face down on the ground and stretch both arms out in front of the body, keeping the legs stretched out and flat on the ground. Raise both the hands and feet, aiming to create a gap of about 6 inches between them and the floor. Try to pull in the bellybutton, lifting it off the floor to engage the core muscles. Keep the head straight and look at the floor to avoid neck injury. Stretch the hands and feet outward as far as possible. Hold the position for 2 seconds. Return to the starting position. Repeat 10 times.
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Is collaflex and collacee same? I have osteoporosis and knees are paining with really little gap.

MS - Orthopaedics, DNB (Orthopedics)
Orthopedic Doctor, Mumbai
Is collaflex and collacee same? I have osteoporosis and knees are paining with really little gap.
Hello, yes. They are same. But only taking collagen peptide won't help in osteoporosis and knee pain. You have to be started on some other medications also. Sometimes knee pain is because of severe vitamin d3 deficiency. We need to run some blood tests also. Consult me on Lybrate for detailed discussion and consultation
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My mother is suffering from severe rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. She is having constant pain in the body joints especially knee, shoulder and neck. She is taking folitrax and antimalarial and pain killer medicines. And some Ayurveda medications also still there is no relief from last 3 years. She has been given vit d3, vit b complex injections. But, no permanent relief. Can you please suggest some good medicine for permanent relief from arthritis and osteoporosis.

MBBS, MS - Orthopaedics, F. KUMC, Fellowship in Joint Replacement, Fellowship in Arthroscopy, Cadaveric workshop in Knee and Shoulder Arthroscopy, Cadaveric Workshop in Knee Arthroscopy
Orthopedic Doctor, Vadodara
My mother is suffering from severe rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and osteoporosis. She is having constant pain...
If arthritis is severe, she would need an intervention by a rheumatologist or an orthopedic surgeon. Some kind of surgery like replacement of joint or local steroid injection could help. As no detailed pictures or investigations are posted, teriperatide is another option for osteoporosis. Thanks.
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I am 35 years old and if I use deca durabolin. what are the side effects of that?

MS - Orthopaedics, DNB (Orthopedics), MBBS
Orthopedic Doctor, Jaipur
I am 35 years old and if I use deca durabolin. what are the side effects of that?
Deca durabolin is an anabolic steroid which basically increases protein synthesis in body. It is usually prescribed to older patients who have less protein synthesis in their body. You can have many side effects if not used under proper guidance. But why you, at age of 35 needs deca durabolin?
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