Question 1

what is the best way for a osteoporosis  man too loose weight male?

Accepted Answer

The exact: Same way as anyone else: eat less, exercise more and you'll lose a pound for each 3500 calories you don't eat but do burn off. You're no different than anyone else. Make sure you're on brand name T4 replacement and levels are normal.

Question 2

would my osteoporosis cause me to loose so much weight in my upper body?

Accepted Answer

: No, not likely. Work with your doctor to identify other causes. Good luck.

Question 3

can frequent strength training help prevent osteoporosis? how often, how much weight, what exercises?

Accepted Answer

Strength training : Yes. Preferably 2 to 3 times weekly and with an instructor (trainer)  that can teach the proper form and technique. The weight amount is dependent on your strength. Also don't forget about impact sports such as walking, jogging , and running. All can help stress muscles to strengthen bones.

Question 4

im concerned about my weight loss ! i work a lot i have osteoporosis, taking medication for that . what can be making me lose weight so much? thank you?

Accepted Answer

: At your age, if you experience a significant weight loss (5% or more in the last 6 months) and your diet has not changed, you need to see your doctor for a thorough investigation. Medication for osteoporosis such as Fosamax which can cause chemical esophagitis. This condition can cause weight loss due dysphagia (trouble with swallowing and eating) but I do not think you have this condition.

Question 5

does wearing a weighted vest during exercise help prevent osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

No: Osteoporosis is a disease that happen due to lack of estrogen in female.

Question 6

in calculating bmi, how does one compensate for weight loss due to osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

BMi: You probably mean height loss. Would use the height you had prior to any loss.  Though not perfectly accurate it will give you a very reasonable result.

Question 7

i was diagnosed with osteoporosis and i am a kidney transplant reciepient of 14 years. would it be recommended to wear a weighted vest for workouts?

Accepted Answer

Get to your: Nephrologist to make sure that your medications don't need to be adjusted in light of your osteoporosis.  Have him check your calcium levels too.  I am afraid that a weighted vest might place additional stress on your weakened bones.

Question 8

dr b miller. wheelchair came after disuse osteoporosis it occurred from delayed surgery need to use cuz right leg can no longer bear all the weight.

Accepted Answer

Graduated program: I think a good way to regain your ability to walk again is get up on crutches and put 25% of your weight on your leg for a week, 50% for the next week, then 75% the third week and finally 100% the fourth week. This regimen will get you the ability to get back on your feet in a month.

Question 9

i have osteoporosis ( t-score 3.5). my physical therapist advices me to lift heavy weights (20 kg) while bending forward and on my trunk, am i at risk?

Accepted Answer

Osteoporosis: Exercise program for osteoporosis should be extension based and avoidance of weighted flexion exercises is advised. Flexion exercises put you at risk for compression fracture. Should emphasize neutral spine and extension based exercises.

Question 10

hip pain. can't put weight on my right leg. extreme pain. only 41. history of osteoporosis in my family. no trauma to the area. outside right hip pain?

Accepted Answer

Hip pain: Hip pain can be caused by injury to the hip joint, sacroiliac joint or the low back. Often the pain arises without obvious cause. Crutches or a rolling walker can help reduce pain by limiting weight bearing. It is important to see a hip or back expert and obtain imaging studies to determine the location of the pain and to establish a treatment regimen.

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What is the best way for a osteoporosis man too loose weight male?

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Would my osteoporosis cause me to loose so much weight in my upper body?

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Can frequent strength training help prevent osteoporosis? how often, how much weight, what exercises?

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Im concerned about my weight loss ! i work a lot i have osteoporosis, taking medication for that . what can be making me lose weight so much? thank you?

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Does wearing a weighted vest during exercise help prevent osteoporosis?

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In calculating bmi, how does one compensate for weight loss due to osteoporosis?

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I was diagnosed with osteoporosis and i am a kidney transplant reciepient of 14 years. would it be recommended to wear a weighted vest for workouts?

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Dr b miller. wheelchair came after disuse osteoporosis it occurred from delayed surgery need to use cuz right leg can no longer bear all the weight.

A member asked:

I have osteoporosis ( t-score 3.5). my physical therapist advices me to lift heavy weights (20 kg) while bending forward and on my trunk, am i at risk?

A member asked:

Hip pain. can't put weight on my right leg. extreme pain. only 41. history of osteoporosis in my family. no trauma to the area. outside right hip pain?

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