Welcome back to the Stronger Bones Lifestyle Podcast. In Episode 76, host Debi Robinson takes a deep dive into her mission to revolutionize how we diagnose, manage, and treat osteoporosis. In this solo episode, Debi discusses the many misconceptions surrounding osteoporosis, the limitations of current diagnostic technology, and the impact of this diagnosis on one's mental and emotional well-being.

** For FULL show notes, please visit: https://debirobinson.com/episode76/

Debi's journey through her personal struggles with bone health provides a compelling narrative for listeners as she shares her story of overcoming fear and fragility after her hip joint collapsed at the age of 50. She delves into the outdated methods of diagnosing osteoporosis, particularly the unreliability of the DEXA scan, and why new technologies like the REMs ultrasound offer a more accurate assessment of bone quality and fracture risk.

Join Debi as she empowers women to take control of their bone health through lifestyle changes and functional medicine. This episode is packed with invaluable insights and practical advice to help you build stronger, fracture-resistant bones and reclaim an active, fearless life.

Key Takeaways:
[0:44] A new revolution to redefine the way we manage diagnosis and treat osteoporosis
[1:18] Outdated diagnosis tools like the DEXA scan
[2:21] What happened after osteopenia was named
[4:49] What happens right after your diagnosis
[5:03] Debi’s journey after diagnosis
[6:32] Spinal breakdown and fractures
[7:22] Fear based state
[8:49] Fosamax
[10:29] A spinal surgeons opinion
[12:51] REMS
[15:25] Where are you today in your bone health journey?
[18:25] Hormones
[19:59] Being in control of your bone health

Memorable Quotes:
"Because a diagnose of osteoporosis pulls a rug out from under you." [4:19] - Debi

"Spinal wedge fractures contribute to 50% of all osteoporotic fractures." [6:55] - Debi

"The fear based state, the mental emotional layer and what your behavior becomes from that actually does more damage to your bones and to your bone health." [7:22] - Debi

"If you're gonna have information about your bones it needs to be reliable." [11:10] - Debi

"We can be in control and in charge of our bone health." [19:59] - Debi

Click here for a list of REMS locations in the United States

To learn more about me and to stay connected, click on the links below:

• Instagram: @debirobinsonwellness
• Website: DebiRobinson.com
• Healthy Gut Healthy Bones Program

For FULL show notes, please visit: https://debirobinson.com/episode76/