2 discs bad and Osteoporosis

[oldtimegrrl]

Maria -
I don't know too much about vertebroplasty, so I asked Dr. Google. I found an article from 2002 from the American Academy of Family Physicians saying that vertebroplasty was totally acceptable for many uses, including "Reinforcement of a pathologically weak vertebral body before a surgical stabilization procedure". Why do you say it's "not available here in the US"? I don't really know much about this.

[Maria]

In the US is used for vertebral fractures I believe and not approved for use with ADR and/or fusion that I know of tho perhaps by now things have moved along and surgeons are able to use this to shore up the levels being worked on to prevent subsidence of implants.

[dshobbies]

Two points - first, i believe studies have shown lifting free weights is the only exercise that improves bone density Walking is said to be the best overall exercise but does nothing for bone strength.

And then we have to talk about satin sheets. True it's easier to move around, but your pillow will not stay in place. As you move, it slides. Anchoring a part of your body, like putting your knees up, forget it. Crawling your way into a sitting position - uh-uh. And if you think it's romantic and might benefit the 'sexual' experience, think again They are good for a laugh.

D