Hallux valgus deformity, subtalar joint coalition and bone demineralization

[Guest guest]

,

A few things come to mind for bones and bone strength. One, taking 2 Tums a day,

which I did in my 30's and 40's. (Tums has calcium in it) Second, exercise helps

bones and bone strength, which I have done some form of for years, and still do.

I never took Vitamin D, but I try and get an hour of sun a day, less if it is

just too cold, but that natural form has been good. As for reversing the damage,

don't know, other than bunion surgery - which is probably in my future - but

mine doesn't hurt, so that's on hold.

Gretchen

[Guest guest]

I just received my medical reports from the radiologists who read my foot xray

and he

states that I have :

1. evidence of subtalar joint coalition

2. mild hallux valgus deformity

3. generalized demineralization

Ok, I get the point about the hallux valgus deformity being a medical term for

" bunion " ,

and I understand that demineralization leads to Osteopenia and Osteoporosis, but

can

anything be done about reversing that damage?? The medications I looked up for

Osteoporosis seem to all be geared toward postmenopausal women, but is there

anything,

shy of just Calcium supplements, for younger women?

I still haven't gotten a clear understanding of subtalar joint coalition.

Can someone help me out here?

Are there any alternative medications for additional bone density? I worry

about side

effects of a lot of the drugs on the market today and would prefer to do

something else,

but am at a loss here.

I am also lactose intolerant to a degree and don't drink milk except on

occassion and I

know this hasn't helped.

Thanks-

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