Dealing with herniated discs from myeloma lesions on L4 and L5 sounds really tough — that's a lot to manage. While collagen supplements are popular for joint and spine support, there isn't strong specific evidence around collagen supplements and myeloma-related disc issues, so a conversation with your care team is really Show Full Answer
Dealing with herniated discs from myeloma lesions on L4 and L5 sounds really tough — that's a lot to manage. While collagen supplements are popular for joint and spine support, there isn't strong specific evidence around collagen supplements and myeloma-related disc issues, so a conversation with your care team is really important here.
Some supplements can interact with myeloma treatments, so getting the green light from your doctor before starting anything new is essential. What is better supported for spine and bone health in myeloma includes:
- Vitamin D supplements — can help reduce fracture risk and associated pain
- Calcium supplements — support overall bone health
- Bone-building medications like bisphosphonates or denosumab — some doctors start these at diagnosis to help prevent bone problems
- Physical therapy (PT) — one MyMyelomaTeam member said, "I cannot say enough good about PT. It gave me what I needed to walk again"
- Complementary therapies like acupuncture, yoga, or medical massage alongside your treatment plan
For the herniated discs specifically, procedures like kyphoplasty or radiation therapy may also be worth discussing with your specialist depending on the severity.
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