Frequently Asked Questions

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BioDensity is a safe, easy, no sweat, and controlled approach to build bone strength and muscle strength. We use a protocol called, "osteogenic loading."

Osteogenic loading is resistance training that is sufficient to stimulate new bone growth.

Once-weekly sessions are shown to improve bone density to combat osteoporosis and osteopenia, as well as improve lipids and blood sugar (A1C) measurements in type 2 diabetics. Regular use  improves the structures of the body, the building blocks of movement and function for increased quality of life.

The BioDensity machine and the OsteoStrong machines were both designed by the same person, Dr John Jaquish, and produce identical results. 

OsteoStrong divides the four exercises into four machines, whereas BioDensity delivers all four in one machine. This yields two benefits for Better Bones clients:

1) Lower cost. Our membership is lower than nearby OsteoStrongs because we have less overhead, so we are proud to be able to pass the savings on to you.

2) More personal attention. We can only take one client at a time, so we have sessions that are less rushed. OsteoStrong usually advertises 10min sessions. Having been the manager of OsteoStrong Greensboro for 18 months, and having coached for 18 months at OsteoStrong Raleigh, I can tell you, that's often not enough, especially with a clientele that may be dealing with new physical issues week-to-week.  Thus the 15min session.

Better Bones also doesn't need as many clients to stay afloat, so we're less likely to get behind on our schedule.

Why Choose Better Bones?

• Exclusive Access in the GSO: We are the only provider of the cutting-edge REMS scan system in Greensboro, making our services uniquely available to residents of Greensboro, High Point, Burlington, and southern Virginia.
• Scientifically Proven Results: BioDensity has strong scientific backing, demonstrating its effectiveness in increasing bone density and overall strength. Our clients worldwide experience tangible improvements in their physical health and enhanced quality of life.
• The bio-density system produces the same results as Osteostrong they both produce osteogenic loading which makes your bones stronger by putting a brief compressive force that is safe on your bones.

Did you know that studies have shown that more than 90% of DXA's have errors? What's more DXA is a poor predictor of fracture risk. Did you know that 50% of fragility fractures occur in people who do NOT have osteoporosis?

A summary of the advantages REMS has over DXA:

1. 10x smaller margin of error (0.5 vs. 5%)
2. Zero ionizing radiation
3. Meaningful changes to bone discernible in 3-6 mos vs 2 yrs
4. Results not confounded by
   1. Hardware
   2. Inflammation
   3. Abnormal bony growth
   4. Different machine
   5. Different operators
   6. Different positions
5. Results are automatic and instantaneous — results are yielded, not interpreted, eliminates high rate of errors in DEXA
6. Most important: DEXA only measures cortical bone mineral density. It DOES NOT measure the quality of the trabecular bone, the inner matrix of bone which gives bone its strength. REMS measures both cortical BMD and trabecular quality, giving the best approximation of your true fracture risk.

To find out more about REMS technology, visit https://us.echolightmedical.com/knowledge-hub/

Each skeleton is different and results will vary.  The average reported increase in bone density is 4  to5 % in a year (although some have  seen up  to a 14% increases in bone density in a year).

Besides improvements in bone density, users report dramatic improvements in muscle strength with most people reporting 20-30% increases in strength. Most doctors are thrilled if their patients simply do not lose bone density in a year. Maintaining your bone is a win!

 Over the last decade, the manufacturer  has recorded over 1,000,000  sessions worldwide . The machine has been tested in people in their 90s and in clients with bone densities as low as -4.0. 

You can do this even if you have had joint replacements and/or other surgeries.

Disclaimer: With severity of osteoporosis comes more risk with ANY type of exercise. We recommend you ask your doctor If he/she gives you the green light, then we are here to help! We will need to take things slow, our goal may not be reversal in the first year, rather we may aim to stabilize bone loss and focus on strength, balance, and vitality. 

That being said, our osteoporosis patients (some of which have severe osteoporosis) often report significant improvements in density in year one. 

Yes! The  program will complement the osteoporosis medications by helping to stimulate more bone repair.

This will not stop you from  improving your health, strength, balance, and vitality. 

The sooner you start  the better. People who have been diagnosed with osteopenia have a great shot at completely reversing bone loss to the point where they are no longer considered to have low bone density. 

The  program can even be beneficial in helping young women reach a higher peak bone mass, which helps to prevent osteoporosis later in life. 

Most clients are not sore but  you could be a little sore on  your first session. 

 Yes many do.

When completing the four movements  you will be required to push as hard as you can for just 5 seconds for each of four exercises. The force would be similar in nature to pushing or lifting an object of significant weight and size in four different directions: (1) forward using your hands; (2) forward using your feet; (3) upward using your knees and (4) upward using your arms and legs together. 

After completing a session you may feel like you’ve completed some small physical work.

Users often comment on their improved mood and confidence as a result of their documented success. 

No. We have a “come as you are” policy. You can come in your work clothes, jeans, shorts, or pajamas. The only requirement is no heels. Many people come before, during, or after work and don’t need to change.