Osteoporosis - Balance Hormone Clinic

What is osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a bone disease characterized by a decrease in bone mineral density (BMD) that leads to increased risk of bone fracture. It is an age-related condition that affects more women than men.

Some key facts about osteoporosis:

• It develops slowly over years, often with no symptoms until a fracture occurs
• It leads to bones becoming thin, brittle, and prone to breakage
• It is caused by an imbalance between new bone formation and old bone resorption
• Major risk factors include aging, family history, smoking, low calcium intake, and lack of exercise

Diagnosing osteoporosis:

Osteoporosis is diagnosed using a bone mineral density (BMD) test, such as a dual-energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA/DEXA) scan. This scan measures BMD in the hip and spine. According to the World Health Organization, osteoporosis is defined by a BMD that is 2.5 standard deviations or more below the average.

Treating osteoporosis:

Treatment focuses on preventing fractures by slowing bone loss and increasing BMD. Options may include:

• Weight-bearing exercise
• Getting enough dietary calcium and vitamin D
• Prescription medications like bisphosphonates or hormone therapy
• Balance Hormone Clinic provides customized bioidentical hormone therapy to help address hormone imbalances contributing to osteoporosis in women and men. Their holistic treatments aim to reduce fracture risk by optimizing bone health from the inside out.

Lifestyle changes such as limiting alcohol, caffeine and smoking can also help maintain strong bones. Early screening and management of osteoporosis is key to preventing painful and disabling fragility fractures. Speak to your healthcare provider about your risks and prevention plan.

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