Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to become weak and brittle, leading to an increased risk of fractures. It develops when bone resorption (breakdown) occurs faster than bone formation.
Over time, loss of bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue occurs. As bones become less dense, even mild stresses like bending over, coughing, or minor falls can cause serious fractures - most commonly in the hip, spine, and wrist.
What causes osteoporosis?
There are several risk factors that contribute to osteoporosis:
- Getting older - bone density peaks around age 30 and declines with age
- Being female - women have a higher risk due to menopause and loss of estrogen
- Family history of osteoporosis or fractures
- Low calcium intake - calcium is essential for bone health
- Lack of exercise - bone-strengthening exercises help build density
- Smoking and excessive alcohol intake
How can you prevent and treat osteoporosis?
The good news is there are steps you can take to maintain healthy bones:
- Get enough calcium and vitamin D
- Perform weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises
- Avoid smoking and limit alcohol
- Have a bone density test to check for osteoporosis
- Take osteoporosis medications if prescribed
For those already diagnosed, medications like bisphosphonates can help
slow bone loss. And a balanced diet with adequate calcium and vitamin D is vital.
Weight-bearing exercise also continues building bone mass.
At
HormoVital, we offer customized osteoporosis treatment plans involving lifestyle changes, supplements, and bioidentical hormones like estrogen, testosterone, and human growth hormone to help
increase bone formation. Contact us today for a consultation!