I know the diagnosis of osteoporosis is frightening, as I was diagnosed 25 years ago. Bone is complex and there is no one-size-fits all approach. In order for you to be able to determine whether or not your health care providers are offering the best advice, you first need to become an informed consumer. The books and recorded classes below cover the diagnosis of osteopenia and osteoporosis, bone density testing, medications, nutrition and much more.
Recent research, risks and benefits to consider regarding your health, appropriate tests and medical information, and as well as lab tests to order. .
Overview of Bisphosphonates such as Reclast, Zometa, Fosamax, Actonel, Boniva, Prolia and others.
What you should know about hormone therapies and Evista® (raloxifene) before taking them. Recommened: watch our video on Antiresorptives first.
Research, risks and benefits to consider regarding these bone building medications.
Recent research, risks and benefits to consider regarding these medications.
Recent research, risks and benefits to consider regarding your health, appropriate tests and medical information, and questions to ask your doctor.
Why exercise is important for bone health: Dr. Lani’s favorite exercises for building and maintaining bone mass, and reducing fracture risk
The focus of this webinar will be a deeper discussion regarding remedies for a good nights sleep and how to develop good strategies to insure a good nights sleep.
Learn from Dr. Simpson about the causes and treatments of sinus infections. Understand the role of allergies and discover nutritional and topical remedies. Get insights on sinus surgeries and how to avoid antibiotics.
Symptoms and testing for thyroid and adrenal function, continued from Part 1
How chronic stress impacts bone and heart health, thyroid and adrenal function, actions to help reduce stress and anxiety
Symptoms and testing for thyroid and adrenal function, and how hormones secreted by these glands directly impact bone.
Causes, prevention and treatment of neck and back pain, including an anatomy lesson.
Understand the intricacies of Osteoarthritis (OA) with this detailed presentation. Discover the reasons behind its occurrence in certain joints and learn preventive strategies. Highlights include x-rays of prevalent conditions and guidance on anti-inflammatory diets. Purchase includes notes.
DXA basics, how to determine if your test is properly analyzed, and the value of Trabecular Bone Scores.
Osteoporosis fractures and other fractures. What is your risk of future fractures, and Vertebral Fracture Assessment.
Who should consider hormone therapy, therapy options, risks, lab tests
Myths, potential treatments, and questions to consider when you receive a diagnosis.
Follow-up information on the Antiresorptive Overview video. Dr. Lani continues on bone building medications including bisphosphonates, denosumab, hormones, raloxifene, and more.
Recommended tests to measure bodily functions that supplement your DXA, FRAX and lifestyle factors to fully assess your bone-health.
Your personal fracture risk assessment, using the FRAX fracture model, and understanding TBS.
Risk factors for fractures and how to reduce them, and using Dr. Ott’s Calculation Tool for bone density.