The process of bone thinning (osteoporosis) is a natural part of aging. However, if you receive treatment early, you may be able to stop or slow the progress of bone loss. Treatment is important to:
Prevent broken bones.
Maintain or increase your bone thickness.
Relieve pain caused by fractures and changes to bones.
Maintain your ability to function physically.
Treatment for osteoporosis includes eating a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, getting regular exercise, and taking medication to reduce bone loss and increase bone thickness. It’s important to take calcium and vitamin D supplements along with any medications you take for osteoporosis. Even small changes in diet, exercise, and medication can help prevent spine and hip fractures. Adults who adopt healthy habits can slow the progress of osteoporosis.
In some cases, medications are prescribed to protect against bone loss. These medications include raloxifene (Evista) and bisphosphonates, such as risedronate (Actonel) and alendronate (Fosamax). It’s important to take calcium and vitamin D supplements along with any medications you take for osteoporosis.
Good luck!
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The process of bone thinning (osteoporosis) is a natural part of aging. However, if you receive treatment early, you may be able to stop or slow the progress of bone loss. Treatment is important to:
Prevent broken bones.
Maintain or increase your bone thickness.
Relieve pain caused by fractures and changes to bones.
Maintain your ability to function physically.
Treatment for osteoporosis includes eating a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, getting regular exercise, and taking medication to reduce bone loss and increase bone thickness. It’s important to take calcium and vitamin D supplements along with any medications you take for osteoporosis. Even small changes in diet, exercise, and medication can help prevent spine and hip fractures. Adults who adopt healthy habits can slow the progress of osteoporosis.
In some cases, medications are prescribed to protect against bone loss. These medications include raloxifene (Evista) and bisphosphonates, such as risedronate (Actonel) and alendronate (Fosamax). It’s important to take calcium and vitamin D supplements along with any medications you take for osteoporosis.
Good luck!