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Assistive devices
Today there are many devices and different types of equipment to assist people to help keep them safe and prevent falls. Check with your healthcare provider before using an assistive device or equipment to make sure that it is safe and appropriate for you. Note: The information shared by members of the community does not constitute an endorsement by the National Osteoporosis Foundation (NOF).
Osteo and Scoliosis
- By murjone · New reply November 19, 2009
- 3 replies
- I have both Osteo and Adult Scoliosis. Tht scoliosis starts at L5. I recently had a disc or 2 collapse in lower lumbar area. My pain specialist has suggested a back brace. I have had some in the past ...
interested in gaining interest/support for use of service dogs w/ osteo.
- By letshope · Posted November 2, 2009
- 0 replies
- below is a letter i sent to my doc about the use of service dogs for patients with osteoporosis. i see their usefulness both in assisting in emergent situations as well as proactive/preventative as they ...
service dogs for osteoporosis/fracture alert
- By letshope · New reply November 1, 2009
- 7 replies
- [the focus of my question is about using service dogs for osteo. i have the dog and i am in the process of working with a trainer...i need a doctor to write a prescription as a formality.] i tried to ...
more about service dogs for osteoporosis
- By letshope · New reply October 29, 2009
- 2 replies
- it just occurred to me this morning...one of the most important considerations re having a service dog, is that, when i return to graduate school, i need a dog that can carry my books. i have fractures ...
Inversion Therapy
- By littlechill · New reply October 21, 2009
- 4 replies
- I do not know if this has been discussed before, but are Inversion Devices good for my spine? Are they safe? I have looked at the Teeter Hangups at www.teeter-inversion.com and www.losethebackpain.com ...
Support bras
- By LouiseW · New reply October 7, 2009
- 1 reply
- Where do I find good support bras for the spine ...
Pulsed Electromagnetic Fields
- By millie123 · New reply September 29, 2009
- 2 replies
- I ran across reference to this topic on another osteoporosis forum. As far as I know, this may be just more snake oil. Supposedly some naturalopaths in Europe and other places are using a machine called ...
Lamp for Winter to get Vitamin D
- By Donnalc · New reply September 23, 2009
- 6 replies
- Love this site!!!!!!!!! Anyone know if there is a lamp that gives the vitamin D? With winter coming, I want to buy one. I need it because I don't seem to digest it on my own. Donnalc ...
OsteoBelt
- By Lctgeorgia · New reply August 11, 2009
- 2 replies
- Hi, Has anyone heard about or used an OsteoBelt? Is it worth the investment (about $167 dollars), or is it another scam?? Any info would be appreciated ...
Don't assume your healthcare provider knows!
- By PBanks · Posted June 11, 2009
- 0 replies
- A safety problem with assistive devices is a lack of knowledge and unintended uses. It is not safe to assume healthcare providers know a products intended use. Providers depend on marketing materials ...
back support bras
- By vegas53 · Posted May 11, 2009
- 0 replies
- I was wondering if anyone knew where I could get a good posture support bra. I have alot of pain in my spine between my shoulder blades. I was hoping if I could get a good bra to help my posture maybe ...
Does anyone use walking poles?
- By CelticRose · New reply April 23, 2009
- 11 replies
- I've been considering using walking poles to help build bone density. (I have Osteopenia.) If anyone has used them to build bone density or just for additional exercise I'd greatly appreciate hearing ...
Getting out of bed
- By WaSue · New reply March 9, 2009
- 8 replies
- Does anyone have any experience to share with adjustable beds, bed rails, special mattresses, etc? My elderly mother has difficulty getting into and out of bed due to a deteriorating spine. Several years ...
Back support while driving
- By Gail38 · New reply January 30, 2009
- 12 replies
- Has anyone with previous back fractures from osteo found any supports or home made items that relieve back pain while in a car as either a passenger or a driver? I have used an OBUS Forme in the past-but ...
