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Osteoporosis Symptoms & Cures

Osteoporosis is a condition that causes the bones to be brittle and weak. With this condition a person can easily fracture bones with just mild stress, such as lifting a heavy object or moving the wrong way. One cause of osteoporosis is low levels of phosphorus, calcium and other minerals in the bones. Taking sufficient amounts of calcium and vitamin D can help prevent the condition.

  1. No Pain

    • During the early stages of osteoporosis there may be no pain or symptoms. During this time the bones are being weakened by the condition.

    Height Loss

    • Osteoporosis symptoms can include gradual loss of height as your posture becomes stooped.

    Back Pain

    • Osteoporosis symptoms can include back pain. If the vertebra becomes fractured or collapses, the pain can be severe.

    Fractured Bones

    • Osteoporosis symptoms can include fractures of bones. This includes the vertebrae, hips and wrists.

    Hormonal Therapy

    • Hormonal therapy was once the common treatment for osteoporosis. Concerns over the side effects of hormonal therapy have changed how some doctors treat the condition.

    Perscription Drugs

    • Prescription drugs used for the treatment of osteoporosis include such drugs as bisphosphonates, raloxifene, calcitonin, teriparatide and tamoxifen.

    Physical Therapy

    • Physical therapy is used to help manage osteoporosis and significantly reduce the symptoms of the condition. This includes exercise and working with weights.

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