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I've had the bone density readings and unfortunately do have the beginnings of osteopenia. I know that corticosteriods affect bone density, but I think that's more applicable in chronic use. I've only had about 4 injections over the past 5-6 years and really am trying to avoid any more, if...

Thanks for your reply, Nikkita. I've decided not to bother with the steriods. I've never done them in the past and don't feel comfortable with the idea of experimenting with them now. I have seen my ortho doc much more than I ever wanted to! Aside from PT and occassional injections of...

Hello all, Here's a little background info: I used to be in fairly good shape (5'5", 125#, ~14% body fat) and a gym rat until my early thirties, when I began working longer hours and attending graduate school at night. At that time, it just became easier to relax with a glass (or 2 or 3) of...