Anyone can develop osteoporosis. However, there are some risk factors that predispose to develop:
- People with a family history
- Women, especially after menopause
- Older people
- low calcium diet
- Medications such as cortisone, antiepileptics or thyroid hormones
- Excess alcohol, snuff or coffee
Osteoporosis shows no specific symptoms until a fracture occurs. In the case of suspicion of belonging to one of the risk groups, it is best to see a doctor, so that he assess the situation.
Osteoporosis is detected through a bone density test, which measures bone mass and allows early diagnosis of the disease.
Preventing Osteoporosis is done through change of habits, always under the supervision of a specialist.
The main tips to stop the progression of osteoporosis and prevent fractures are:
- Take a diet rich in calcium. Most foods are dairy, oily fish and nuts. Every age and personal situation has specific needs calcium.
- Prevent fractures. A safe home and the utmost care in the street environment and proper postural education, are necessary to avoid the dreaded fractures.
- Physical activity to avoid a sedentary lifestyle. For each person there is a kind of exercise.
- In addition, there are especially recommended for people with Osteoporosis exercises. They should also be taken into account correct postural standards when performing daily activities, avoiding jolts, shocks and excessive twisting.
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