In addition, , family history of osteoporosis and/or spinal or hip fractures, blood sampling for alkaline phosphatase, calcium and 25(OH)vitamin D levels and a DEXA scan (bone scan) at 0, 6, and 12 months with bone mineral density (BMD) measurements of lumbar spine, left hip, and femoral neck (T and Z-scores) will be obtained. These parameters are of specific interest as they relate to the patients bone health and risk factors for bone loss. DEXA scans of individual patients at 6 and 12 months will be compared to their starting/baseline DEXA, and the differences in measurements then compared between patients in the treatment vs. placebo arms. Careful monitoring of patients subjective complaints/comments, complete physical examinations, and monthly laboratory work will be closely monitored throughout the study period.