Hi everyone,
Many of you are interested in pursuing alternative or complementary approaches to your bone health, such as supplements and devices. Here's a helpful resource from the U.S. National Institutes of Health's National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health that lays out some things to consider as you make your health plan.
nccih.nih.gov/health/are-yo...
One thing we see often on this forum is people being unsatisfied with advice from their health care providers and choosing to go a different route. We -- and the NCCIH -- recommend keeping your provider informed about these different approaches so they can coordinate and ensure your safety.
Here's another key takeaway:
"NCCIH advises against using any product or practice that has not been proven safe and effective as a substitute for conventional medical treatment or as a reason to postpone seeing your health care provider about any health problem. In some instances, stopping—or not starting—conventional treatment can have serious consequences. Before making a decision not to use a proven conventional treatment, talk to your health care providers."
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