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World Osteoporosis Day takes place every year on the 20th of October. This helps raise awareness among people and communities about the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of osteoporosis and other metabolic bone diseases such as rickets, osteomalacia and Paget's disease of bone.
The International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) which is a non-profit organization that is based in Switzerland organizes World Osteoporosis Day. This day involves campaigns by national osteoporosis patient societies from around the world with activities and other events that can help promote awareness about the condition.
Osteoporosis is a progressive bone disease that occurs when there is a reduction of bone mass resulting in bone fragility that can increase the risk of bone fractures and accidents. Individuals who suffer from osteoporosis have weak and brittle bones that even slight bending, coughing and sneezing can cause a fracture. Some of the most common osteoporotic fractures are in the spine, hip and wrist.
Osteoporosis actually affects women and men of all races. However, some people have a higher risk of having osteoporosis because of the different factors such as genetics, lifestyle, and age. According to the data gathered by the IOF, the worldwide statistics for osteoporosis shows that an osteoporotic fracture is estimated to occur every 3 seconds. Also, 1 in 3 and 1 in 5 women who are aged over 50 will experience osteoporotic fractures.
There are no signs in the early stages of bone loss. Yet, once the bones weakened because of osteoporosis you may experience the following signs and symptoms of osteoporosis:
If you have one or more risk factors, we suggest consulting your healthcare practitioner to ask for testing and have an assessment with your bone health status.
The bone mineral density test or BMD test can measure the amount of minerals in your bone. There are different types of BMD tests available but the most commonly used test in the DXA or the dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry where it measures the hip and spine bone density to assess if there is a risk for osteoporosis.
The equipment used is a DXA scanner where the scanning usually takes between five to ten minutes depending on the body part being checked. Here are the following different types of test options together with the parts being measured:
Here are the following foods that are rich in minerals and nutrients that can help make your bones stronger.
Disclaimer: The vitamin health information published on this web page is solely intended for educational purposes. VitaminsOnly strongly recommends to consult health care professionals for any questions concerning your health.
References:
International Osteoporosis Foundation
Mayo Clinic
Dr. Axe