Guest guest Posted April 29, 2004 Report Share Posted April 29, 2004 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 > > _______________ > Lose those love handles! MSN Fitness shows you two > moves to slim your waist. > http://fitness.msn.com/articles/feeds/article.aspx?dept=exercise & article=et_pv_0\ 30104_lovehandles > > ===== 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 Ask or read the uptodate pranic healing protocols by joining the group through http://health./ For the latest International Information regarding GMCKS Pranic Healing, visit http://www.pranichealing.org. 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