Osteoporosis and Broken Bones
According to iVillage Women's Health, broken bones kill more women than breast cancer. In fact,
More than 10 million Americans, mostly women, over the age of 50 have osteoporosis; 34 million are estimated to have osteopenia.
Osteopenia is
a thinning of the bones not severe enough to be classified as osteoporosis.
About.com's Orthopedic Guide lists several methods of treatment may help ward off osteoporosis and the danger of broken bones. These include:
- Exercise – preferably weight-bearing, exercise that puts stress on the bones.
- nutrition – Drinking milk and the use of other dairy products is, of course, a source of calcium. However, to get all the calcium necessary, supplements are advised.
- Medication – Several medications for the treatment of osteoporosis are available. Talk to you doctor about what's best for you.
If you are a victim of osteoporosis, avoid falls. Even a stumble could snap a thin and fragile bone. Don't take chances. A broken hip, especially in an older woman, could be disastrous.
Category: Osteoporosis
April 3rd, 2008 at 12:53 am
Calcium is indeed extremely important in keeping our bones strong. It’s also very important to make sure you are getting the right amount of protein — you can have too little or too much! This website gives a lot of great information on what type of herbal supplements and vitamins women should be taking if one has osteoporosis, and also how you should be changing your lifestyle if you’re diagnosed!