Osteoporosis Center

Osteoporosis was once thought to be only a woman’s disease—and one that affected only older women. But that’s not true. Men and women of all ages need to know about the symptoms and treatments of this condition.

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According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, "Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for an estimated 44 million Americans, or 55% of the people 50 years of age and older."

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Osteoporosis Research and Treatment Updates

Article includes current osteoporosis advances, research, and treatment information. Contains links to help you learn more and stay up-to-date on the latest in osteoporosis news today.

Types of Spinal Fractures

The type of spinal fracture you have determines the treatment you receive. There are many ways to classify fractures, and this article goes through the typically used classifications.

Patient Stories: Spinal Fractures and Balloon Kyphoplasty

Patients relate their stories of how balloon kyphoplasty treatment for vertebral compression fracture got their life back on track.

Osteoporosis: Glossary of Terms

This easy to use glossary includes common terms associated with osteoporosis, its diagnosis, treatment and prevention.

Vegans Match Meat Eaters in Bone Health

A 2009 study found that the bone density of vegan Buddhist nuns and non-vegetarians are identical. Though vegans typically do not consume enough calcium and protein, findings show that they are not at an increased risk for osteoporosis.

Osteoporosis Risk Quiz

There are many risk factors for osteoporosis: which ones do you have? To keep your bones healthy and to prevent osteoporosis, you have to know your risk level. Take this short, accurate quiz to check how many osteoporosis risk factors you have.
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