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Dear Jane,

 

Namaste.

 

Medical Background:

 

Osteoporosis, or porous bone, is a disease

characterized by low bone mass and structural

deterioration of bone tissue, leading to bone

fragility and an increased susceptibility to fractures

of the hip, spine, and wrist. Men as well as women

suffer from osteoporosis, a disease that can be

prevented and treated.

 

One out of every two women and one in four men over 50

will have an osteoporosis-related fracture in their

lifetime.

 

Osteoporosis can strike at any age.

 

Bone is living, growing tissue. It is made mostly of

collagen, a protein that provides a soft framework,

and calcium phosphate, a mineral that adds strength

and hardens the framework.This combination of collagen

and calcium makes bone strong yet flexible to

withstand stress. More than 99% of the body's calcium

is contained in the bones and teeth. The remaining 1%

is found in the blood.

 

Throughout your lifetime, old bone is removed

(resorption) and new bone is added to the skeleton

(formation). During childhood and teenage years, new

bone is added faster than old bone is removed. As a

result, bones become larger, heavier, and denser. Bone

formationcontinues at a pace faster than resorption

until peak bone mass (maximum bone density and

strength) is reached around age 30. After age 30, bone

resorption slowly begins to exceed bone formation.

Bone loss is most rapid in the first few years after

menopause but persists into the postmenopausal years.

Osteoporosis develops when bone resorption occurs too

quickly or if replacement occurs too slowly.

Osteoporosis is more likely to develop if you did not

reach optimal bone mass during your bone building

years.

 

Certain factors are linked to the development of

osteoporosis or contribute to an individual's

likelihood of developing the disease. These are called

" risk factors. " Many people with osteoporosis have

several of these risk factors, but others who develop

osteoporosis have no identified risk factors. There

are some risk factors that you cannot change, and

others that you can:

 

Risk factors you cannot change:

Gender - Your chances of developing osteoporosis are

greater if you are a woman. Women have less bone

tissue and lose bone more rapidly than men because of

the changes involved in menopause.

Age - the older you are, the greater your risk of

osteoporosis. Your bones become less dense and weaker

as you age.

Body size - Small, thin-boned women are at greater

risk.

Ethnicity - Caucasian and Asian women are at highest

risk. African-American and Latino women have a lower

but significant risk.

Family history - Susceptibility to fracture may be,

in part, hereditary. People whose parents have a

history of fractures also seem to have reduced bone

mass and may be at risk for fractures.

 

 

Risk factors you can change:

Sex hormones: abnormal absence of menstrual periods

(amenorrhea), low estrogen level (menopause), and low

testosterone level in men.

Anorexia.

A lifetime diet low in calcium and vitamin D.

Use of certain medications, such as glucocorticoids

or some anticonvulsants.

An inactive lifestyle or extended bed rest.

Cigarette smoking.

Excessive use of alcohol.

 

 

Prevention

To reach optimal peak bone mass and continue building

new bone tissue as you get older, there are several

factors you should consider:

 

Calcium. An inadequate supply of calcium over the

lifetime is thought to play a significant role in

contributing to the development of osteoporosis. Many

published studies show that low calcium intakes appear

to be associated with low bone mass, rapid bone loss,

and high fracture rates. National nutrition surveys

have shown that many people consume less than half the

amount of calcium recommended to build and maintain

healthy bones. Good sources of calcium include low fat

dairy products, such as milk, yogurt, cheese and ice

cream; dark green, leafy vegetables, such as broccoli,

collard greens, bok choy and spinach; sardines and

salmon with bones; tofu; almonds; and foods fortified

with calcium, such as orange juice, cereals and

breads. Depending upon how much calcium you get each

day from food, you may need to take a calcium

supplement.

 

Calcium needs change during one's lifetime. The body's

demand for calcium is greater during childhood and

adolescence, when the skeleton is growing rapidly, and

during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Postmenopausal

women and older men also need to consume more calcium.

This may be caused by inadequate amounts of vitamin D,

which is necessary for intestinal absorption of

calcium. Also, as you age, your body becomes less

efficient at absorbing calcium and other nutrients.

Older adults also are more likely to have chronic

medical problems and to use medications that may

impair calcium absorption.

 

Vitamin D. Vitamin D plays an important role in

calcium absorption and in bone health. It is

synthesized in the skin through exposure to sunlight.

While many people are able to obtain enough vitamin D

naturally, studies show that vitamin D production

decreases in the elderly, in people who are

housebound, and during the winter. These individuals

may require vitamin D supplementation to ensure a

daily intake of between 400 to 800 IU of vitamin D.

Massive doses are not recommended.

 

Exercise. Like muscle, bone is living tissue that

responds to exercise by becoming stronger. The best

exercise for your bones is weight-bearing exercise,

that forces you to work against gravity. These

exercises include walking, hiking, jogging,

stair-climbing, weight training, tennis, and dancing.

 

 

Smoking. Smoking is bad for your bones as well as for

your heart and lungs. Women who smoke have lower

levels of estrogen compared to nonsmokers and

frequently go through menopause earlier.

Postmenopausal women who smoke may require higher

doses of hormone replacement therapy and may have more

side effects. Smokers also may absorb less calcium

from their diets.

 

Alcohol. Regular consumption of 2 to 3 ounces a day of

alcohol may be damaging to the skeleton, even in young

women and men. Those who drink heavily are more prone

to bone loss and fractures, both because of poor

nutrition as well as increased risk of falling.

 

Medications that cause bone loss. The long-term use of

glucocorticoids (medications prescribed for a wide

range of diseases, including arthritis, asthma,

Crohn's disease, lupus, and other diseases of the

lungs, kidneys, and liver) can lead to a loss of bone

density and fractures. Other forms of drug therapy

that can cause bone loss include long-term treatment

with certain antiseizure drugs, such as phenytoin

(Dilantin®) and barbiturates; gonadotropin releasing

hormone (GnRH) analogs used to treat endometriosis;

excessive use of aluminum-containing antacids; certain

cancer treatments; and excessive thyroid hormone. It

is important to discuss the use of these drugs with

your physician, and not to stop or alter your

medication dose on your own.

 

Prevention Medications. Various medications are

available for the prevention, as well as treatment, of

osteoporosis. All medications must be taken under the

supervision of a medical doctor.

 

Symptoms

 

Osteoporosis is often called the " silent disease "

because bone loss occurs without symptoms. People may

not know that they have osteoporosis until their bones

become so weak that a sudden strain, bump, or fall

causes a hip fracture or a vertebra to collapse.

Collapsed vertebra may initially be felt or seen in

the form of severe back pain, loss of height, or

spinal deformities such as kyphosis, or severely

stooped posture.

 

Treatment

 

A comprehensive osteoporosis treatment program

includes a focus on proper nutrition, exercise, and

safety issues to prevent falls that may result in

fractures. In addition, your physician may prescribe a

medication to slow or stop bone loss, increase bone

density, and reduce fracture risk.

 

Nutrition. The foods we eat contain a variety of

vitamins, minerals, and other important nutrients that

help keep our bodies healthy. All of these nutrients

are needed in a balanced proportion. In particular,

calcium and vitamin D are needed for strong bones as

well as for your heart, muscles, and nerves to

function properly. (See Prevention section for

recommended amounts of calcium.)

 

Exercise. Exercise is an important component of an

osteoporosis prevention and treatment program.

Exercise not only improves your bone health, but it

increases muscle strength, coordination, and balance

and leads to better overall health. While exercise is

good for someone with osteoporosis, it should not put

any sudden or excessive strain on your bones. Asextra

insurance against fractures, your doctor can recommend

specific exercises to strengthen and support your

back.

 

Any medication or estrogen/hormone therapy should be

taken under the medical doctor's supervision.

 

Fall Prevention

 

Fall Prevention is a special concern for men and women

with osteoporosis. Falls can increase the likelihood

of fracturing a bone in the hip, wrist, spine or other

part of the skeleton. In addition to the environmental

factors listed below, falls can also be caused by

impaired vision and/or balance, chronic diseases that

impair mental or physical functioning, and certain

medications, such as sedatives and antidepressants. It

is important that individuals with osteoporosis be

aware of any physical changes they may be experiencing

that affect their balance or gait, and that they

discuss these changes with their health care provider.

 

 

Some tips to help eliminate the environmental factors

that lead to falls include:

 

Outdoors. Use a cane or walker for added stability;

wear rubber-soled shoes for traction; walk on grass

when sidewalks are slippery; in winter, carry salt or

kitty litter to sprinkle on slippery sidewalks; be

careful on highly polished floors that become slick

and dangerous when wet. Use plastic or carpet runners

when possible.

 

Indoors. Keep rooms free of clutter, especially on

floors; keep floor surfaces smooth but not slippery;

wear supportive, low-healed shoes even at home; avoid

walking in socks, stockings, or slippers; be sure

carpets and area rugs have skid-proof backing or are

tacked to the floor; be sure stairwells are well lit

and that stairs have handrails on both sides; install

grab bars on bathroom walls near tub, shower, and

toilet; use a rubber bath mat in shower or tub; keep a

flashlight with fresh batteries beside your bed; if

using a step stool for hard to reach areas, use a

sturdy one with a handrail and wide steps; add ceiling

fixtures to rooms lit by lamps. Consider purchasing a

cordless phone so that you don't have to rush to

answer the phone when it rings or you can call for

help if you do fall.

 

Source: National Resource Center, Osteoporosis and

Realted Bone Diseases, National Institutes of Health,

Jan. 2003

 

Pranic Healing:

Source: Advance Pranic Healing by Master Choa Kok

Sui.

 

1. Invoke and scan before, during and after treatment.

 

2. General sweeping twice.

 

3. Localized thorough sweeping on the skeletal

system:

 

a.) for bones below the neck but not very near the

heart - alternately with with LWG and LWO,

b.) for bones of the neck, head, and very near the

heart: sweep alternately with LWG and ordinary LWV.

 

4. Instruct the patient how to do proper pranic

abdominal breathing. Have patient do 12 cycles then

continue the pranic breathing during pranic treatment.

 

5. Energize the bones:

a.) if located below the neck and not very near the

heart - with LWG, LWB then LWO-Y.

b.) if located on the neck, head, and very near the

heart - with LWG, LWB then ordinary LWV.

 

6. Localized thorough sweeping on the minor chakras

of the arms, hips and legs. Energize them with LWR.

 

7. Localized thorough sweeping on the perinium,

basic, navel and sex chakras. Energize them

thoroughly with LWR.

 

8. Localized thorough sweeping on the front and back

solar plexus chakra. Energize with white.

 

9. Localized thorough sweeping on the spleen.

Energize with white. This has to be done with

caution.

 

10. Localized thorough sweeping on the front and back

heart chakra. Energize through the back heart chakra

with LWG and more of ordinary LWV.

 

11. Localized thorough sweeping on the throat

charkra, ajna chakra, forehead chakra, crown chakra

and back head minor chakra. Energize them with LWG

then with more of ordinary LWV.

 

12. Project EV to the ajna chakra simultaneously

gently but firmly instruct the ajna to normalize, and

to harmonize all the other major chakras and organs.

 

13. Stabilize and release projected pranic energy.

 

14. Repeat treatment three times per week for as long

as needed.

 

Recommend for patient:

 

1. Regular proper practice of the Meditation on Twin

Hearts and blessing. This healing meditation

facilitates healing through rapid proper assimilation

of healing energy, promotes general well being in all

levels.

 

2. Proper balanced nutrition. Ask your medical doctor

for recommended food supplements, vitamins and

minerals.

 

3. Regular professionally supervised low impact

physical exercise.

 

4. Pranic breathing for 12 cycles per session, 3 to 4

sessions per day everyday.

 

5. Practice loving kindness, mercy and forgiveness in

all levels for the self and others.

 

6. Engage in an enjoyable productive hobby like doing

regular service or financially support one that works

for the good/development of others.

 

7. Avoid all forms of negative thought, emotion,

activity and environment.

 

8. Tithe regularly.

 

Love,

 

Marilette

 

 

 

--- Jane Kelly <janealicekelly wrote:

>

> Dear Marilette

>

> My friend has osteoporosis throughout her body. Her

> medical tests today

> showed that her bone density has significantly

> decreased. Her doctor

> recommended a drug that will help increase bone

> density over time.

>

> Can pranic healing help increase bone density? If

> so, what is the procedure

> and how often should it be applied? Do you have any

> testimonials of success

> that you can share with me regarding this particular

> ailment?

>

> Sincerely and with gratitude,,

>

> Jane Kelly

>

>

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Pranic Healing is not intended to replace orthodox medicine, but rather to

complement it. If symptoms persist or the ailment is severe, please consult

immediately a medical doctor and a Certified Pranic Healer . ~ Master Choa Kok

Sui

 

Miracles do not happen in contradiction to nature, but only to that which is

known to us in nature. ~ St. Augustine

 

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