Torn Meniscus
Torn Meniscus Hello! My name is Dr. Salam, and I am a consultant orthopedic surgeon in One Care Medical Center, a premier 100 bedded orthopedic hospital in Coimbatore. In today’s post, we are going to discuss on Torn meniscus and its management Meniscus tear also referred to as a torn cartilage in the knee can happen either as a result of injury or aging. The meniscus is a highly specialized cartilage that basically sits between the surface cartilage of the bones to stabilize your knee joint. There are 2 menisci. One on the inner side of the knee joint and another on the opposite end. The main function, of course, is to evenly distribute weight across your joint. This meniscus is usually C-Shaped in structure and receives its own blood supply. Types of Torn Meniscus Meniscus tear occurs principally due to direct trauma as seen in athletes or due to aging (degeneration). Meniscus tear sometimes does not occur as an isolated event, in some patients surrounding important ligaments like the ACL or MCL ligaments can also be injured. This type of injury is more common in footballers. Meniscus tear symptoms Patients with meniscus tear frequently experience severe pain combined with swelling. ‘Joint locking’ is another common symptom seen and this occurs due to the inability to keep the joint straight since the torn cartilage is preventing it physically from straightening Common signs of a meniscus tear include 1. Severe knee pain 2. Swelling 3. Tenderness on touch 4. Pop or click sound within the joint 5. Restricted joint motion Establishing a diagnosis of a torn meniscus Clinical history taking is key in establishing a diagnosis for a possible meniscus tear. Careful history taking combined with MRI/X-Ray can usually confirm a diagnosis of a meniscus tear. Treatment strategies for meniscus tear usually depend upon the degree of tear, the patient’s current activity level. Usual and well-established treatment strategies include trimming the torn portion of the meniscus (a procedure called meniscectomy). Either rest is definitely advised post procedure based repairs for proper healing. The procedure of meniscectomy itself is done with arthroscopy, wherein a small 1 cm incision is inserted into the joint. The procedure per se should be minimally painful. The usual period of rest is about a week after which you will be able to return to your normal activities as tolerated. Sports activities though require a longer a period of time frame for recovery typically about 4-8 months. I hope you enjoyed reading this short post on the torn meniscus. Please do share this with anyone you know who may be actually searching for a knee replacement. Keep watching this space for more! Reference https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases–conditions/meniscus-tears/
Diagnosis of Osteoarthritis
Shoes for Arthritis Hello! And welcome to the One Care Medical Center, which is a 100 bedded super specialty Orthopaedic hospital in Coimbatore. My name is Dr. Salam and I am a full-time orthopedic consultant at OCMC. In today’s blog post we are going to discuss about diagnosing osteoarthritis. Now,Osteoarthritis is particularly painful, no matter what joints are involved. But, establishing a clinical diagnosis your orthopedic consultant should differentiate primary osteoarthritis from secondary arthritis. Sometimes it becomes important to determine whether the patient is suffering from any other co-existing disease state Thus, an accurate diagnosis helps us clinicians administer appropriate care at the right time Clinical History in osteoarthritis diagnosis Usually, a depth clinical history will involve information about patients past medical conditions, treatments, medication use, allergy status, and other surgical procedures done. Common questions on your symptoms will also be asked, including some questions on factors that improve or worsen your clinical symptoms Orthopedic physical examination:- A full-fledged orthopedic physical exam usually includes an examination for 1. Joint tenderness and joint swelling 2. Range of joint movements/motion 3. Presence of visible joint damage 4. Lastly, crepitus Imaging In most patients, a simple X-ray is all that is required to make a diagnosis of osteoarthritis. X-rays can also reveal narrowing of the joint space and other signs of joint degradation. Despite the fact that an MRI is still the better imaging tool, an X-Ray is usually more than adequate to establish a clinical diagnosis In our hospital, we follow the highly well validated ‘American College of Rheumatology Diagnostic Criteria’ for working up primary osteoarthritis of the hands, hips, and knees An example of knee osteoarthritis diagnosis would be 1. Presence of severe knee pain 2. And the presence of 3 of 6 given below criteria 3. Patient age more than 50 years 4. Stiffness lasting less than 30 mins 5. Crepitus 6. Tenderness of bone and enlargement 7. Lack of warmth on touch Some lab related findings to confirm primary osteoarthritis is the rheumatoid factor less than 1:40, and a synovial fluid exam that shows clear yet viscous fluid with a WBC count <2000. While it is the duty of the doctor to establish a clinical diagnosis, treatments can be made very simple if patients understand the need to do/perform certain tests when required. Hope you enjoyed reading this short article!. Do share it with all your friend’s and loved ones!. Cheers Summary of findings A growing database of studies have suggested that GAG’s can definitely help improve joint function. GAG’s may work through a variety of different mechanisms. But one cannot deny the fact that ‘they exert some degree of therapeutic benefit’ I hope you enjoyed reading this article. Please share this with all your friends and loved ones. Reference https://www.verywellhealth.com/diagnosis-of-osteoarthritis-2552128 https://www.aafp.org/afp/2012/0101/p49.html
Is walking good for osteoarthritis?
Is walking good for osteoarthritis? Hello!! And welcome to the One Care Medical Center one of Coimbatore’s fastest growing orthopedic hospital, My name is Dr. Abdul Salam and I am a full-time orthopedic surgeon at OCMC. In today’s short read we are going to discuss on ‘Is walking good for osteoarthritis?’ Knee osteoarthritis is a kind of a catch-22 situation, to be honest. ‘it hurts to move, but you need to move to make it less hurtful’. Exercise eventually does make your knee joint better. As with most patients, leaving the joint motionless for a prolonged period of time and then starting to walk all of the sudden can definitely make your knee joint feel seriously sore. Walking rebuilds your joint In osteoarthritis what basically happens is that the springy cartilage in the joint becomes damaged. This damage ultimately results in pain, stiffness and restricted range of motion. Regular walking on the other hand rebuilds your joint and helps supply nutrients to the tissue in and around the joint facilitating healing Walking strengthens the legs Building your leg muscles eventually helps lift the load of your degenerated joint. What this simply means is that there is less pain to cope up with Walking and weight loss Less weight = less pressure on the knee. Walking is simply one of the best ways to lose weight. Lighter people are usually less susceptible to develop osteoarthritis in the first place. Minimum Walking o stay healthy, all you need is about 30 minutes of walking for at least 5 days a week. Nothing more. Overdoing things for a few days, will make you sore and kill the motivation for exercise. Consistently working out over a long period of time usually has the best benefits. Some signals that suggest you need a break include:- A. Sudden swelling B. Severe pain to the extent that you are unable to bear weight C. Instability, so that you feel like you will fall Of course, remember to wear the right shoe. Post walking, keep your leg raised and put ice on your knee joint. If walking is too painful, you may need to speak with your doctor. You may need some assistive devices. Figure out the problem with an expert. Remember, You must trust your body. You must move. Because motion itself has a healing effect. I hope you enjoyed reading this article. Do share it with all your loved ones. Of course, keep moving and be healthy Reference https://www.webmd.com/osteoarthritis/features/knee-pain-walk#2 https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/exercise-is-good-not-bad-for-arthritis-201305086202
What are the first signs of Rheumatoid arthritis?
What are the first signs of Rheumatoid arthritis? Hello!!! And welcome to the One Care Medical Center one of Coimbatore’s fastest growing orthopedic hospital, My name is Dr. Abdul Salam and I am a full-time orthopedic surgeon at OCMC. In today’s short read we are going to discuss on 8 early signs of rheumatoid arthritis So,Rheumatoid arthritis is a pretty irritating condition wherein the body own immune system attacks the joints of the body resulting in inflammation. RA as a disease typically affects the wrists, hands, and feet in particular. Prompt identification combined with early treatment will significantly reduce the risk of permanent joint damage. Sign 1 : Slight feverishness RA causes inflammation. Thus this very inflammation can cause patients to feel unwell, feverish and exhausted. Sign 2 : Fatigue Individuals with RA usually feel extremely tired and exhausted. These feelings of fatigue eventually affect an individuals Day to day activities Sexual drive Work productivity Sign 3 : Loss of weight Fatigue combined with fever, eventually stresses the patient out and also affects the persons appetite leading to weight loss Sign 4 : Joint stiffness Joint stiffness in RA is exceedingly common and can involve one or more joints. The joint of the little finger is usually affected. Early morning stiffness is yet another characteristic of individuals with RA. Sign 5 : Joint Tenderness and Joint Pain Tenderness of the joints in the hand and feet is a well-established sigh of RA. Joint pain in the finger, wrist, and feet is another warning sign of RA. The inflammation within a joint causes production of excess fluid that adds pressure on the joint capsule thereby irritating the nerve endings and causing pain. Sign 6 : Redness & Warmth of the Joint Joint inflammation can give a characteristic red appearance, especially in fair-skinned individuals. The warmth of the joint is usually present before the redness or swelling occurs Sign 7 : Joint numbness and restricted motion Excess inflammation numbs the joint due to nerve compression. During RA, joint stiffness and damage can also restrict movements severely. Sign 8 : Symmetrical joint involvement People affected by RA report involvement of both same joints on either side of the body. But this rule is not strictly seen for all individuals Complications Permanent joint deformities can occur if RA is left unchecked. Untreated RA can also lead to lumps called rheumatoid nodules to develop. Patients with RA are also at a greater risk for heart attack and stroke. Either way, RA is a very troubling condition that should not be ignored. Visit your doctor for the right treatment at the earliest. I hope you enjoyed reading this article. Please do share it with your friends and loved ones. Be healthy and be happy Reference https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/319810.phphttps://www.healthline.com/health/early-signs-rheumatoid-arthritis
What is the best remedy for a slipped disc?
What is the best remedy for a slipped disc? Hello!! And welcome to the One Care Medical Center one of Coimbatore’s fastest growing orthopedic hospital, My name is Dr. Abdul Salam and I am a full-time orthopedic surgeon at OCMC. Many patients report constant pain in the back or leg pain that radiates all the way down from the back. Some patients also report weakness in the lower leg. Interestingly, a large proportion of patients experiencing such symptoms usually suffer from a slipped disc also called ‘herniated disc’ Most orthopedic surgeons would recommend a procedure called discectomy. We, however, beg to differ. In our experience, we have seen and treated many patients very conservatively when faced with the problem of a slipped disc What is a slipped disc? A disc herniation commonly occurs when the cushion like material between the bones of the spinal vertebrae gets pushed outside. This condition is excruciatingly painful in nature. Thus making a right clinical diagnosis is very important When a disc bulges out it compresses one or more nerve roots that exit between the spinal bones. This compression can lead to pain radiating down the leg. Slip disc symptom Clinical symptoms of a slipped disc, of course, depend upon the level and location of the injured disc. Pain can usually vary in intensity from mild to severe. Symptom onset may be sharp and sudden, burning in nature, tingling associated pins and needles sensations. In severe instances, complete loss of bladder and bowel control can happen There are some aetiological factors that can affect your disc’s. These include 1. Aging 2. Poor posture 3. Twisting movements 4. High impact sports 5. Obesity and smoking Diagnosis & Treatment A large majority of patients do not require any form of surgery for a slipped disc. However, locating the precise location of disc slip is important. Use of CT or MRI imaging is recommended to localize the site of bulge onservative treatment options for the slipped disc include:- 1. Anti-inflammatory drugs and tailored physical therapy 2. Epidural nerve blocks in case of severe pain 3. PRP injections (considered experimental) Most patients report good improvement in terms of reduced pain and improved quality of life with the above-mentioned treatment strategies I hope you enjoyed reading the short article. Do you know someone with a slipped disc?. You should definitely share this article with them. Reference https://journals.lww.com/spinejournal/Abstract/2001/05150/Surgical_and_Nonsurgical_Management_of_Sciatica.17.aspxhttps://journals.lww.com/spinejournal/Abstract/2017/12010/Management_of_Symptomatic_Lumbar_Disk_Herniation_.19.aspx
Can you reverse knee osteoarthritis?
Can you reverse knee osteoarthritis? Hello!! And welcome to the One Care Medical Center one of Coimbatore’s fastest growing orthopedic hospital, My name is Dr. Abdul Salam and I am a full-time orthopedic surgeon at OCMC. In today’s short blog post we are going to answer one very important question I keep getting from my patients “Doctor, can you reverse knee osteoarthritis?” Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease characterized by the classical joint degeneration, which its main central feature. Osteoarthritis is exceedingly common and affects over 1 in 8 individuals on average per year. These numbers, of course, increase drastically after 50 years of age. Osteoarthritis myths Most people assume osteoarthritis occurs as a natural part of the aging process. This is believed to occur due to the routine joint wear & tear. However, this is not always true!. Recently published studies have found that to a certain extent, it is possible to halt the progression of degenerative osteoarthritis. More interestingly, a spontaneous halt in disease progression has been recorded in a few patients. A good example may be ‘juvenile arthritis that can be halted by intensive physical therapy and medications Electro-mechanical stimulation of chondrocytes can in effect have some significant healing effects by mechanisms we do not fully understand. Chondroprotectants in Osteoarthritis One interesting medication that has been found to have some benefit in patients with osteoarthritis are the group of drugs called Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). GAG’s actually forms the structural components of connective tissue as well as major joints. A commonly uses GAG medication in clinical practice is Chondroitin Sulphate. Chondroitin sulfate work by probably directly stimulating chondrocyte repair process. More importantly though, rather than just using analgesics and other combination painkillers for treating Osteoarthritis, we can now use chondroitin sulfate (and thereby avoid the long-term adverse effects of analgesic medications). Despite the fact that analgesic therapy improves symptoms of osteoarthritis, studies have not found benefits to last very long. Interestingly, a few clinical trials that compared conventional analgesic therapy vs. chondroitin sulfate therapy found that over 50% of patients were able to return to normal activities as compared to 20% in the analgesic group. GAG treatment although not 100% effective, was definitely able to slow down disease progression. The dose at which a clinical benefit of GAG’s where found was roughly 1 to 1.5 gm per day on average. Numerous studies found a decrease in terms of pain scores, and also in terms of improved joint function. GAG also has a clear advantage in that, the side effect profile of the drug is also minimal and high oral doses can actually be administered quite safely. Numerous other chondroprotective agents like Vitamin – C, alpha-tocopherol and Vitamin E have also been administered to patients in varying doses. Most studies with these agents reported some benefit in terms of joint range of motion improvement, decreased pain scores and improved workability. Summary of findings A growing database of studies have suggested that GAG’s can definitely help improve joint function. GAG’s may work through a variety of different mechanisms. But one cannot deny the fact that ‘they exert some degree of therapeutic benefit’ I hope you enjoyed reading this article. Please share this with all your friends and loved ones. Reference https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/art.21415 https://www.oarsijournal.com/article/S1063-4584(99)90307-2/abstract
What are the most common knee injuries?
What are the most common knee injuries? Hello And welcome to the One Care Medical Center one of Coimbatore’s fastest growing orthopedic hospital, My name is Dr. Abdul Salam and I am a full-time orthopedic surgeon at OCMC. In today’s short blog post we are going to discuss all aboutSome common knee injuries include fractures, dislocations, ligament tears, and strains. Most knee injuries can be treated with bed rest, physiotherapy and combination medications. Complex injuries though require major surgery. When your knee gets injures, there is a high probability that multiple structures in the knee joint get inadvertently injured as well. Knee Fracture The patella is the most common bone that breaks around the knee. The ends of the long bone (tibia & femur) can also break. Most knee injuries are caused by high injury trauma like fall from a height or major motor vehicle accidents Dislocation When the bones of the knee are out of place, dislocation can occur. The dislocation can be complete or partial in nature. Patellar dislocations are very common as are dislocations of the tibia and femur. PCL Injuries A blow was given to the knee front, especially when it is bent. This is a very common occurrence in motor vehicle accidents. PCL is also the posterior cruciate ligament and the PCL plays a very vital role in knee joint stabilization. PCL tears are partial are tend to heal on their own ACL Injuries ACL stands for anterior cruciate ligament. ACL tears are very common and occur during soccer, football and other sport related activities. A rapid change in direction or landing improperly from a height can end up tearing the ACL. Collateral Ligament Tears Any force that pushes the knee in a sideways direction can ultimately damage the collateral ligaments. Once again, sports-related injuries can rip apart the collateral ligaments. Meniscus Tears Twisting and pivoting can tear up the meniscus. Aging and arthritis are other causes of menisci tears. A sudden twisting motion while getting up from the chair can cause meniscus tear, especially when associated with increasing age. Knee Injury treatmen Rest, ice, gentle compression and elevation can help speed up your recovery. It is must to seek treatment of1. Hear a loud pop2. Have severe pain3. Unable to move your knee joint4. You have a limp5. You notice visible swelling in the site of the injury Non Surgical management Simple measures can get rid of many knee injuries. These include 1. Immobilization 2. Physical therapy and 3. Lastly Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications Surgical treatment modalities These include ACL repair that is done arthroscopically with the help of small, yet precise instruments. Arthroscopy allows the orthopedic surgeon to directly visualize the knee joint to make necessary corrections I hope you enjoyed reading this article on the various knee injuries. Do share it with your friends and loved ones! Reference https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases–conditions/common-knee-injuries/
Osteoarthritis of the knee:- stage, diagnosis, and treatment
Osteoarthritis of the knee : stage, diagnosis, and treatment Hello!! And welcome to the One Care Medical Center one of Coimbatore’s premier international orthopedic hospital, My name is Dr. Abdul Salam and I am a full-time orthopedic surgeon at OCMC. In today’s short blog post we are going to discuss about Osteoarthritis (OA) is a very common condition that affects the knee joint. It affects a large portion of men and women after 50 years of age. In OA knee, degeneration of joint cartilage takes place, along with inflammatory changes in the synovium (soft lining of the joint tissue) As the protective function of both the cartilage and synovial lining break down, they can no longer protect the joint. Thus, damage occurs. As the protective function of both the cartilage and synovial lining break down, they can no longer protect the joint. Thus, damage occurs. OA of the knee presents itself with well-known symptoms. These are pain and stiffness. Moreover, these symptoms worsen over a period of time. OA of the knee proceeds in stages and symptoms usually worsen with disease progression. Moreover, in some patients symptoms may not manifest until a very late stage disease. Let us look at the various stages of OA knee Stage 1 Patients in stage 1 OA knee are unlikely to feel any specific symptoms as such. There will be no joint space narrowing too. The X-ray appearance will also be normal. In this stage of the disease, small lumps of bone called osteophytes may grow in the knee joint area. Stage 2 This stage is the symptomatic stage of the disease, where the patient may feel his knee is stiff and uncomfortable after sitting for a prolonged period of time. X-Rays usually show much more osteophyte growth as well. Cartilage thinning also begins. Stage 3 Narrowing of the bone gap occurs and X-rays shows loss of cartilage. Daily activities also elicit significant pain. There may be signs of joint inflammation and also daily activities like running, walking, bending all cause significant discomfort. Stage 4 Stage 4 is the most advanced stage of OA knee, symptoms are clearly visible. Joint space narrows severely. There is more inflammation and stiffness in the joint. An X-ray may show bone on bone with complete loss of protective cartilage. Treatment Options Here the symptoms are mild, so over the counter medications can be used to relieve pain. Physiotherapy can be done to build joint strength and mobility. Medications like Chondroitin sulfate may help Patients can A. Take painkillers B. Chondroitin sulfate C. Wear a knee brace A combination of the above strategies with some lifestyle changes may work best. Treatment strategies can include the use of 3 to 5 hyaluronic acid injections over a 3-5 week period. Relief from these treatment strategies can last for about 6 months. Patients, cartilage has disappeared. The person may require joint replacement. Reference https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/art.1780290816
All about Osteoporosis
All about Osteoporosis Hello! And welcome to One Care Medical Center, Covai’s premier orthopedic hospital. I am a full time practicing orthopedic doctor in Coimbatore In this blog, In this rather elaborate blog post, we are going to discuss everything under the sun about Osteoporosis In osteoporosis, your bones typically degenerate and become exceedingly fragile and brittle due to very low bone mass and the loss of bone tissue What causes Osteoporosis? Bone is living and a highly dynamic structure. Bone is continuously formed, modeled and absorbed. During infancy and early growing years, bone formation rate is far greater than the bone resorption rate. The net result is accelerated bone growth. By about 30 years of age, you are bones are fully developed and formed. The bone has usually reached its peak strength. After this, the bone resorption rate overtakes bone formation. When there is gross imbalance between these 2 processes, that’s when osteoporosis results. Osteoporosis is associated with certain risk factors. They are as follows A.Having a family fracture history B.> 50 years of age C.Asian origin D. Lastly Menopause E. Smoking F. Excess alcohol consumption G. Absolute lack of exercise H. Vitamin D deficiency I. Glucocorticoid based medication usage Assessment of bone mineral density with the help of DEXA scan can help estimate your risk for osteoporosis. What are the complications of osteoporosis? Broken Bones is the most common complication of osteoporosis. The risk of fracturing a bones is greater than the combined risk of uterine, breast and ovarian cancer. Osteoporosis-related bone fractures commonly occur first in the spine, next wrists, then lastly the hips and pelvis. These fractures occur due to a fall or minor accidents. Spinal fractures are also common and can cause the vertebral bones to crumble. This can affect the person’s posture and also cause severe back pain. The associated emotional burden combined with depression is another terrible thing to live with Osteoporosis treatment strategies Simple treatment strategies that can help prevent osteoporosis include A. Avoidance of smokingB. Avoiding alcoholC. Following a nutritionally rich healthy dietD. Performing regular weight-bearing exercise There are 2 key nutrients that are incredibly important for osteoporosis prevention. One is Calcium and the other is Vitamin D. Low intake of calcium has been well connected to bone loss and also high rates of fracture. Calcium needs of the body usually peak during childhood, pregnancy, and in the post-menopausal period. With increasing age, the body also becomes less proficient in absorbing calcium from the system. Thus supplementing the body with good food becomes very important Some excellent food-related sources of calcium include A. Low-fat dairy products such as yogurt and cheese B. Dark and green leafy vegetables C. Tofu D. Almonds E. Soy Milk and Bread Next, as far as Vitamin D is concerned. Much of the natural production of this nutrient happens in the skin when you go for an early morning walk. But as physical activity of individuals decreases with increasing age, Vitamin D production can also fall. Thus staying active and physically fit is very important. Getting adequate sunlight exposure can itself help your body make the vitamin D it requires for day to day functions Exercising with Osteoporotic bones Low impact moderate exercises are probably the best for osteoporosis. Simple exercises like walking, aerobics, hiking, dancing can go a long way in strengthening your muscles as well as build bone density. A lot of new drugs eg – strontium ranelate and other related medications are under clinical trials for the prevention of osteoporosis induced fractures. While the outcomes and clinical benefit seem fascinating, nothing beats taking care of your health appropriately in your younger years. Prevention is always better than cure. I hope you enjoyed reading these short tips. Know someone with oI hope you enjoyed this short article on osteoporosis. Keep watching this space for more interesting reads!steoporosis? Do share it with them! Cheers! Reference https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/jbmr.5650090802https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/jbmr.5650090802
10 key facts on Osteoporosis
10 key facts on Osteoporosis 10 Key facts about Osteoporosis Hello! And welcome to One Care Medical Center, Covai’s premier orthopedic hospital. I am a full time practicing orthopedic surgeon in Coimbatore In this blog, In this rather elaborate blog post, we are going to discuss 10 key facts that you should know about osteoporosis Osteoporosis is well known yet ‘silent disease of the bone’. The very term osteoporosis itself actually means porous bones. As per the National Osteoporosis Foundation, individuals with osteoporosis lose more bone compared to what they make. Here are some quick facts about osteoporosis in general Fact 1 : Losing bone and aging Most of us reach peak bone mass probably by around 30 years of age. However, in women osteoporosis is exceedingly more common since women lose 1.5 to 2% of bone mineral density year on year after menopause. Fact 2 : Bone is never lost at random Bone is basically a scaffold. This scaffold architecture is what gives bone its phenomenal strength. As you lose bone, what is first lost is the horizontal structures. This makes your bones susceptible to impact injuries and fractures Fact 3 : Gender and ethnicity matters Asians (which also means Indians) greatly suffer from osteoporosis. Being a female, being greater than 50 years of age, are all independent risk factors for osteoporosis. A family history of osteoporosis and low body weight can also independently predispose you to the condition. Fact 4 : Men also get osteoporosis Sure, by now you know well that women suffer from osteoporosis. But, men are no exception. Its just that men develop osteoporosis at a later date. This is because men have a greater bone mineral density. But once men develop osteoporosis Fact 5 : Osteoporosis and fracture risk Osteoporosis causes fractures, enough said. The most common fractures are those that involve the hip, spine or wrist. Over 30% of individuals who suffer a fracture end up dying due to related complications. Fact 6 : Older adults need screening A DXA machine is best for screening the bone. Women and men both require screening when age exceeds 65 years and there is a past history of fractures, smoking, drinking, low body weight and other associated conditions Fact 7 : Fracture prevention If you are diagnosed or have a family history of osteoporosis. There are a few strategies you can use, these include A. The utilization of assistive devices B. Wearing shoes that have soles with rubber lining C. Grab bars were appropriate D. Constant weight bearing exercise Fact 8 : Calcium and Vitamin You need both. Both calcium and vitamin D play important roles in bone remodeling. Fact 9 : Medical therapy and physical exercise Antiresorptive medication is available for osteoporosis, your orthopedic doctor will help you with the right combination of drugs and exercise. Physical therapy is usually very helpful to tackle osteoporosis Fact 10 : Adopt a healthy lifestyle Getting regular exercise, abstaining from alcohol and cigarette smoking, maintaining your BMI within normal limits all help in tackling osteoporosis. I hope you enjoyed reading these fast facts on osteoporosis. Do share this article with your loved ones! and keep watching this space for more fun and interesting reads! Reference https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00198-010-1501-1
