June 2024 PMID 38737002

Once-weekly semaglutide versus placebo in adults with increased fracture risk: a randomised, double-blinded, two-centre, phase 2 trial.

Morten S Hansen, Eva M Wölfel, Shakespeare Jeromdesella, Jens-Jakob K Møller, Charlotte Ejersted, Niklas R Jørgensen, Richard Eastell, Stinus G Hansen, Morten Frost

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18
Peak: 4 in May 2024
across 3 sources since May 2024

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85,302
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106

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May 2024 – Sep 2025

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What people are saying

The posts mention that semaglutide did not increase bone formation and may raise markers of bone breakdown, with phrases like 'raises questions about its effects,' indicating a cautious tone. The discussion's tone varies from neutral references to cautious optimism about GLP-1s potentially protecting bone better than calorie restriction, reflecting balanced curiosity and skepticism based on study details.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions reflect mixed opinions; some acknowledge the study's findings while others suggest potential benefits of GLP-1 receptor agonists for bone health, indicating neither strong agreement nor disagreement.

InterestModerate interest

There is a moderate level of interest, with posts referencing specific markers like PINP and CTX and mentioning the need for more data, showing engagement with the study's details but not overwhelming enthusiasm.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments involve referencing the methodology and implications, such as the comparison of weight loss versus bone health, demonstrating thoughtful engagement without deep dives into technical specifics.

ImpactNeutral impact

The conversation highlights concerns and questions about the clinical relevance, but overall, it seems preliminary, so the impact on practice or perception remains moderate.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated the effects of once-weekly semaglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, on bone health in adults at increased risk of fractures, but found no significant change in bone formation marker PINP after 52 weeks compared to placebo.
  • The trial involved 64 participants, mostly postmenopausal women around 63 years old, and measured various bone-related markers; while bone resorption marker PCTX increased with semaglutide, bone density measurements at the lumbar spine and hip were lower in this group.
  • Overall, the results suggest that semaglutide did not improve bone formation, and may be associated with increased bone resorption and reduced bone density, raising questions about its effects on fracture risk in individuals with high fracture risk.]

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eClinicalMedicine – The Lancet Discovery Science
@eClinicalMed · X

Once-weekly semaglutide versus placebo in adults with increased fracture risk: a phase 2 RCT In adults with increased fracture risk, semaglutide once weekly did not increase bone formation based on bone formation marker P-PINP https://t.co/NyCGsk1bqK @moSth8 @frost_nielsen https://t.co/PC05CyNLrm

May 15, 2024 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 7,626 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Once-weekly semaglutide versus placebo in adults with increased fracture risk: a randomised, double-blinded, two-centre, phase 2 trial (open access) https://t.co/Gb8ZlAiUKR

May 16, 2024 · 1 like · 19,110 followers View post →
Maria Hazel Cohan, DNP, AGACNP-BC, AACC
@mcvhaze · X

Once-weekly semaglutide versus placebo in adults with increased fracture risk: a randomised, double-blinded, two-centre, phase 2 trial - eClinicalMedicine https://t.co/PHqZYkvZKJ

Sep 19, 2025 · 1 like · 134 followers View post →
The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology
@TheLancetEndo · X

RT @eClinicalMed: Once-weekly semaglutide versus placebo in adults with increased fracture risk: a phase 2 RCT In adults with increased fr…

May 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 52,606 followers View post →
Morten Svarer Hansen
@moSth8 · X

RT @eClinicalMed: Once-weekly semaglutide versus placebo in adults with increased fracture risk: a phase 2 RCT In adults with increased fr…

May 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 76 followers View post →
Gabriel Alizaidy
@galizaidy · X

Intentional weight loss improves metabolic health but may harm bone. Semaglutide dropped weight by 9.4 percent but raised CTX, a marker of bone breakdown. GLP-1s might help protect bone better than calorie restriction, but more data is needed.

Apr 18, 2025 · 10 followers View post →

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Maria Hazel Cohan, DNP, AGACNP-BC, AACC
@mcvhaze · X

Once-weekly semaglutide versus placebo in adults with increased fracture risk: a randomised, double-blinded, two-centre, phase 2 trial - eClinicalMedicine https://t.co/PHqZYkvZKJ

Sep 19, 2025 · 1 like · 134 followers View post →
Gabriel Alizaidy
@galizaidy · X

Intentional weight loss improves metabolic health but may harm bone. Semaglutide dropped weight by 9.4 percent but raised CTX, a marker of bone breakdown. GLP-1s might help protect bone better than calorie restriction, but more data is needed.

Apr 18, 2025 · 10 followers View post →
Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X

Once-weekly semaglutide versus placebo in adults with increased fracture risk: a randomised, double-blinded, two-centre, phase 2 trial (open access) https://t.co/Gb8ZlAiUKR

May 16, 2024 · 1 like · 19,110 followers View post →
Morten Svarer Hansen
@moSth8 · X

RT @eClinicalMed: Once-weekly semaglutide versus placebo in adults with increased fracture risk: a phase 2 RCT In adults with increased fr…

May 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 76 followers View post →
The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology
@TheLancetEndo · X

RT @eClinicalMed: Once-weekly semaglutide versus placebo in adults with increased fracture risk: a phase 2 RCT In adults with increased fr…

May 15, 2024 · 2 shares · 52,606 followers View post →
eClinicalMedicine – The Lancet Discovery Science
@eClinicalMed · X

Once-weekly semaglutide versus placebo in adults with increased fracture risk: a phase 2 RCT In adults with increased fracture risk, semaglutide once weekly did not increase bone formation based on bone formation marker P-PINP https://t.co/NyCGsk1bqK @moSth8 @frost_nielsen https://t.co/PC05CyNLrm

May 15, 2024 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 7,626 followers View post →