Osteoporosis is the silent thief of health.
Osteoporosis is more common in sick people, especially
women, after menopause, but can also occur in men and young people. In this
article we will look at the main aspects of osteoporosis, its causes, risk
factors, risk analysis methods within the framework of the Language of the
Heart Association and the measures that we use to improve the health of the
skeletal system.
What is
osteoporosis?
The word “osteoporosis” is of Greek origin -
translated from this language osteon means “bone”, and poros means “loose” or
“porous”. Bones with osteoporosis become porous, like a sponge, and break
easily. Osteoporosis is often called the “silent thief” because it usually has
no obvious symptoms until one or more bones are broken.
Until about 30 years of age, a person’s osteoblast
activity is very high—bone mass is constantly increasing. Over the next 10
years it remains at its peak level. Then the number of osteoblasts begins to
decrease. Bone mass decreases by approximately 0.4% per year. But in women
during menopause, this process occurs 10 times faster.
Osteoporosis can affect the entire skeleton, but most
often it affects the bones of the hip, vertebrae and forearm. Moreover, even a
slight mechanical impact on the bone can lead to a fracture. This could be a
minor bruise, a fall from your own height, or even shaking while driving. The
most dangerous fractures are the femoral neck. As part of the Association's
survey, a special code has been identified indicating a high or low probability
of a hip fracture. The combination of an osteoporosis code of more than 30% and
an ANF code (aseptic necrosis of the femoral head) of more than 30% is a
serious indicator of the relevance of this health disorder. If the head of the
femur is fractured, forced immobilization can lead to complications - bedsores,
pneumonia, thrombosis, respiratory failure, and disturbances in the functioning
of the heart.
Risk factors for osteoporosis
The most commonly injured areas are the wrists, the
lumbar and thoracic spine, and the femoral neck. There are a number of factors
that can increase your risk of developing osteoporosis. Here are some of them:
·Age and gender:The risk of
osteoporosis increases with age, especially in women after menopause.
·Low levels of sex hormones:In postmenopausal
women, estrogen levels decrease, which can lead to accelerated bone loss.
·Low sugar and vitamin D levels: Vitamin
deficiency in the diet can reduce the rate of development.
·Family history:If you have a
family history of osteoporosis or fractures, your risk is also high.
·Some medical conditions:conditions such as
early menopause, short stature, rheumatoid arthritis and some endocrine
diseases consistent with the development of osteoporosis.
In addition, other factors may be predisposing:
·calcium deficiency in the diet;
·smoking;
·alcohol abuse;
·sedentary lifestyle;
·weight too low;
·low physical activity;
·frequent falls and injuries.
Symptoms of osteoporosis.
In the early stages, the disease does not manifest
itself with symptoms or they can easily be attributed to fatigue or nervous
tension. At first, a person is bothered by minor pain in the bones, “his legs
ache due to the weather.” At night there are cramps in the calf muscles.
Most often, osteoporosis is detected after a fracture
of the humerus, spine or femoral neck. Moreover, to get such a serious injury,
even a small impact on the bone is enough - a light blow, pressure or a fall
from a small height.
In later stages of osteoporosis, symptoms become more
severe. You are worried about dull pain in the spine - this is how deformed
vertebrae make themselves felt. Posture changes and a hump may appear.
A good reason to suspect osteoporosis is a decrease in
height by 4 cm during life or by 2 cm with regular medical monitoring.
Diagnosis of
osteoporosis:
Various methods are used in medical settings to
diagnose osteoporosis, including bone measurements using dual-energy
absorptiometry (DXA) or quantum computed tomography (QCT). These procedures can
determine bone mass levels and assess the risk of fractures.
The Association uses as a basic method a probabilistic
assessment of osteoporosis and the degree of its activity based on the method
of reading the language of the heart. In addition, to detail the process, the
Expert can give directions for testing.
Treatment and
recovery for osteoporosis:
Treatment of osteoporosis includes several approaches.
The important aspect is:
·lifestyle changes (the Expert will select a complex of
IFPK - individual physiological physical culture),
·proper nutrition (The expert will select an individual
diet)
·reducing alcohol consumption.
·The expert may also recommend medications that improve
bone density and reduce the risk of fractures, as well as how to take them.
Prevention and
prevention.
Here are a few steps to help you strengthen your
bones:
·Eat a diet rich in calcium: dairy products, green vegetables, tuna and
almonds contain large amounts of calories, which are essential for healthy
bones.
·Get enough vitamin D: Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium. You can get
his sample light or special preparations.
·Staying active—walking, dancing, or lifting dumbbells—helps strengthen
bones and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.
·Avoid bad habits: Smoking and increased alcohol consumption can affect bone
health.
·Regularly assess the health reserves in the Association. If necessary,
additional checks will be carried out to check the condition of the bones and
the presence of possible problems.
Some aphorisms and
sayings about bone health.
·“Bones are the foundation of our body, take care of
them so that they do not become fragile.”
·"Osteoporosis is a reminder of the importance of
taking care of your bones at every step of your life."
·"Bones become younger when we take care of them
from a young age."
·"Strengthen your bones today so you don't have to
pay for them with broken bones tomorrow."
·"Osteoporosis is a battle against fragility,
where bone health is our weapon."
·"Bones are the foundation on which our active
life is built. Build it strong and strong."
·"Life without osteoporosis means freedom of
movement without fear of fractures."
·"Take care of your bones to live a life filled
with strength and flexibility."
·"Osteoporosis knows no age, but taking care of
your bones can last forever."
·"Take care of your bones today so you can
continue to enjoy life tomorrow."
Some celebrities
with osteoporosis.
Jane Fonda:Actress, fitness guru and activist Jane Fonda was diagnosed with
osteoporosis. She talks about her experience with osteoporosis and a class for
women to take care of their bones.
Sally Field:festival actress Sally Field also battles osteoporosis. She actively
supports disease awareness and encourages people to take charge of their
health.
Keira Knightley:British actress Keira Knightley announced her illness with osteoporosis in
2019.
Susan Sarandon:actress Susan Sarandon also faced problems with osteoporosis. She is
actively involved in the study of diseases and supports research in this area.