Have you or a family member been diagnosed with osteoporosis? This disease occurs when bone density decreases and bones begin to thin, resulting in a high risk of fractures. If it affects your life, it's important to know how it's treated.
Take action:
A doctor may prescribe prescription drug treatments, including bisphosphonates, raloxifene and calcitonin. Other important steps in the treatment of the disease include: supplementing the diet with calcium and vitamin D; doing regular exercise, including weight-bearing, resistance and balancing exercises (low-impact activities with minimal risk of falling is recommended); quitting smoking and the use of alcohol; eating a diet rich in dairy products, such as low-fat milk, yoghurt and cheese, salmon, sardines, tofu and green leafy vegetables.
More facts on osteoporosis
Visit our Osteoporosis Condition Centre or consult our Healthy Bones Expert.
Take action:
A doctor may prescribe prescription drug treatments, including bisphosphonates, raloxifene and calcitonin. Other important steps in the treatment of the disease include: supplementing the diet with calcium and vitamin D; doing regular exercise, including weight-bearing, resistance and balancing exercises (low-impact activities with minimal risk of falling is recommended); quitting smoking and the use of alcohol; eating a diet rich in dairy products, such as low-fat milk, yoghurt and cheese, salmon, sardines, tofu and green leafy vegetables.
More facts on osteoporosis
Visit our Osteoporosis Condition Centre or consult our Healthy Bones Expert.