I really find a topic covering sex.
I haven't had sex in many yrs. I have had Osteoporosis for about a year and a half. I am thinking about having sex again but I'm a little scared. How is my body going to feel after and can bones break during?
Thanks!
Probably you meant you rarely find a topic covering sex. Sex is good for everything unless you are doing crazy acrobatics. Blood flow, endorphin production, general feeling better about oneself and so on. Go ahead. Pick a good partner who cares about you and protect yourself from STDs and HIV. Goal: a committed relationship. More later. Osteoporosis should not make you afraid of life. Michele
Depends on circumstances!
How big/heavy is your partner?
Missionary position is problematic. On top or side lying safer.
Your age? Other skeletal problems such as arthritis?
There are books and manuals especially for those with impairments and disabilities.
Good luck!
Lucy Buckley PT aka Mother Goose
Obviously, I can't answer for you, but I have osteoporosis and am post-menopausal (a hysterectomy at age 47 took care of that!) I've enjoyed sex throughout. If your man is big, I'd suggest you take the top position. When I stopped HRT, I also dried up, and sex became painful. Estrace cream took care of that problem beautifully. Although the directions say to use it 2 - 3 times a week, my OB-GYN said I could use it every day if I liked (and sometimes I do indeed like!) If you're on top, you can control the speed, depth, avoid a heavy weight on you, and probably get over any shyness you may be feeling pretty quickly. Good luck!
Thanks everyone! Yes, I did mean to say I rarely find anything on this subject.
I'm 54, I thought I was done with the periods and 2 1/2 months later here it was again. Before that it was every month to the day. I also have an STD and never wanted to have that conversation then I got this bladder issue. With that said I put it on the back burner! I really want to come out of that shell and have some fun. My friend is 38 and understands everything so I think this should be okay. He isn't a huge guy, just heavier than I am. I'm 5' and 113lbs, he's 5'11 and looks great!
I appreciate all your input!
Robyn
Thanks for bringing up this topic... I had a convo with a friend of mine about fracture risk with sex. I hadn't talked with the doc about it since I've been celibate for awhile... but not to say if opportunity and a wonderful relationship fell into my lap that I'd want to remain chaste... if anyone can recommend a good book please post it.. the last time I bought one it was *The Joy of Sex*.... long long ago...
There is a book, written by a male (if that makes a difference) physical therapist, called Sex and Back Pain. It has good information and positions in it--not specifically for osteoporosis--but one can modify as necessary. Author's name is Lauren Hebert.
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