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This article discusses how to treat osteoporosis without medication, which natural treatments may help, and when a doctor will recommend medical treatments.
The best non-drug treatments for slowing/stopping progress of osteoporosis are: - Good diet with adequate protein (huge issue for older women, who tend to consume too little). - Adequate levels of Calcium, Magnesiun, Vitamin K, Vitamin D3 & Zinc.
Treating osteoporosis with medication can significantly reduce the chances of hip or spine fracture. But if you decide to not take osteoporosis medication, there are other ways you can support bone health.
Traditional treatment options for osteoporosis include fall prevention, exercise, adequate nutrition, and medications. In addition to traditional options, natural remedies may be beneficial. The goal of treating osteoporosis is to prevent further bone damage.
Treating Osteoporosis Without Bisphosphonates. Lara Pizzorno minces no words when explaining why she didn’t want to take a class of drugs called bisphosphonates when she got a surprising diagnosis of osteopenia – weak bones, but not osteoporosis – at age 43.
While medication can be a valuable and – for many – a necessary component of osteoporosis management, there are some non-pharmacological approaches to treatment that can help preserve or even build bone tissue, build muscle, and help prevent fall-related fractures (LeBoff et. al, 2022).
This consensus article reviews the various aspects of the non-pharmacological management of osteoporosis, including the effects of nutriments, physical exercise, lifestyle, fall prevention, and hip protectors.