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Osteoporosis in Broadway

Osteoporosis

Operative management of Osteoporosis in Broadway

The disease known as osteoporosis is characterised by a loss in bone mass and mineral density as well as changes in the composition or structure of bone. This may result in a weakened bone structure, raising the possibility of fractures or shattered bones. Osteoporosis is known as a “silent” illness because it usually causes no symptoms and most of the time goes undiagnosed until a bone breaks as a sign. In elderly men and postmenopausal women, osteoporosis is the primary cause of fractures. Any bone can break, but the wrist, hip, and vertebral bodies are the most common places for them to do so. All racial and ethnic groups women and men are susceptible to osteoporosis. 

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FAQ's

Osteopenia is frequently described as osteoporosis's initial stage. Although not nearly to the same extent as osteoporosis, it is a weakening of the bones and a reduction in bone mass. Osteopenia can progress to osteoporosis if your bones continue to lose mass over time, but fortunately, this is not always the case. Numerous wholesome behaviours and lifestyle decisions can fortify your bones, decelerate osteopenia, and avert osteoporosis.
 

  • Gender: Women account for about 80% of cases.

  • Age: As we get older, our bones gradually weaken and lose some of their density. 

  • Family history of osteoporosis: Research indicates that you have an increased risk of developing osteoporosis if either of your parents had it. 

  • Fractured bones in the past: Even one fractured bone raises your risk of osteoporosis since it indicates that your bones may already be significantly weakened.

  • Body frame size: Individuals with smaller frames are more likely to develop osteoporosis. They have thinner, lighter bones. On the other hand, having a huge frame does not protect against the illness.

  • Ethnicity: People of Asian, Latino, and Caucasian heritage are more susceptible to osteoporosis, though it affects people of all races and ethnicities.

  • Menopause: In the case of menopause, oestrogen level declines sharply, this reduction causes a reduction in bone density and bones become more prone to breaking

Following is a list of medical conditions that lead to bone loss problems:

  • Rheumatoid arthritis

  • Lupus

  • Multiple Sclerosis

  • Celiac disease

  • Inflammatory bowel disease

  • Weight loss surgery

  • Breast cancer

  • Prostate cancer

  • Leukaemia

  • Lymphoma

  • Sickle cell disease

  • Stroke

  • Parkinson’s disease

  • Spinal cord injuries

  • Diabetes

  • Hyperthyroidism

  • Hyperparathyroidism

  • Cushing’s syndrome

  • COPD

  • Chronic kidney disease

  • Liver disease

  • Organ transplants

Women are more likely than men to develop osteoporosis for two reasons: first, they typically have smaller, thinner bones than men; second, hormones play a role: after menopause, there is a significant drop in oestrogen levels, which slows the process of bone remodelling and may contribute to the body losing bone mass more quickly. This process lasts for several years after menopause, and although the rate of bone loss eventually returns to premenopausal levels, it increases the risk of fracture for postmenopausal women. Fortunately, osteoporosis is not a natural part of ageing; there are numerous lifestyle choices that can be made to protect your bones and reduce your chances of developing osteoporosis. You should discuss your bone health with your healthcare professional if you haven't already.
 

For the majority of people, taking a vitamin D3 supplement is advised. Consult your doctor if you are taking medicine for high blood pressure or an irregular heartbeat. Speak with your doctor if you have lymphoma, liver, renal, or hormonal diseases. The majority of meals don't contain enough vitamin D to give us all we need for optimum health. The foods and beverages on this list are either alkaline and rich in calcium and other minerals, making them allies in the fight against osteoporosis, or they are acidic and/or deficient in essential minerals, which raises your risk of osteoporosis.

Eat frequently

  • Fresh fruit (dates, olives, and oranges)

  • Vegetables, including broccoli, spinach, collards, kale, and turnip greens

  • Legumes and beans

  • Fish (sardines, salmon, and herring) 

  • Nuts (almonds, Brazil nuts)

  • Eggs

  • Dairy products, fortified Cereals, muesli, and fortified drinks are great sources of plant-based protein. Minimally processed, non-GMO soy is another great option.

Eat Infrequently or Never:

  • Sodas

  • Processed and refined packaged meals

  • Consuming too much animal protein

  • Using too much table salt and sodium

  • Drinking too much coffee (limit to one or two cups per day as caffeine leaches calcium from the bones) 

  • GMOs and processed soy products, since the chemical compounds called oxalates found in soy products have the ability to bind up calcium and prevent the body from using them.

Although there isn't a treatment for osteoporosis, there are things you can do to stop, reduce, or avoid its progression. In rare circumstances, you might even be able to partially cure the condition and increase bone density. The important things are to consume:

  • The right food

  • Exercise with weights

  • Obtain enough calcium and vitamin D

  • Routine checkup