186. Osteoporosis Medications: Pros and Cons | Dr. R. Keith McCormick

<p dir="ltr">Dr. R. Keith McCormick is a chiropractic physician specializing in the management of patients with osteoporosis. He is the author of the whole body approach to osteoporosis and his recently released book – Great Bones: Taking Control of Your Osteoporosis.</p> <p dir="ltr">Sports have always played a vital part in Dr. McCormick’s life. He is the former U.S. record holder for the most points scored in a pentathlon competition. Dr. McCormick continues to compete in triathlons of all distances and has completed six Ironman competitions, five of them after recovering from multiple osteoporosis-related fractures.</p> <p dir="ltr">In this interview, Dr. McCormick discusses the current osteoporosis medications in terms of safety and indications for use as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.</p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <h4 dir="ltr">Links</h4> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://www.osteonaturals.com/">Dr. McCormick's website, where you can purchase his new book</a> - https://www.osteonaturals.com</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation"><a href= "https://morebonehealth.byhealthmeans.com/?idev_id=22547">More Natural Approaches to Osteoporosis and Bone Health Summit 2.0</a> - https://morebonehealth.byhealthmeans.com/?idev_id=22547</p> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <h4 dir="ltr">Timestamps</h4> <p dir="ltr">[03:34] Where to get his book</p> <p dir="ltr">[07:46] Mediations and Classifications</p> <p dir="ltr">[12:52] Who Is or Isn’t a Candidate - The Risk Factors</p> <p dir="ltr">[18:49] Bisphosphonates and Fracture Reduction</p> <p dir="ltr">[24:01] How to Balance Which Way You Should Go</p> <p dir="ltr">[35:19] The Problems with Prolia</p> <p dir="ltr">[42:32] Anabolic Medications</p> <p dir="ltr">[52:54] Dr. McCormick's Story</p> <p dir="ltr"> </p> <p dir="ltr">DISCLAIMER – The information presented on this podcast should not be construed as medical advice. It is not intended to replace consultation with your physician or healthcar