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Why do i need bone density studies if it wont change anything? already take a lot of calcium and walk.

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Dr. Thomas Namey answered

Specializes in Rheumatology

To see if you need..: To see if you need one of the myriad of medications which can improve your bone density if low. Many patients need medications in addition to: 1. Weight bearing or resistance exercise. 2. Adequate calcium intake. 3 adequate vitamin d.

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Answered 11/26/2013

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