What Is Secondary Prevention of Osteoporosis?
In the public health world, there are three types of prevention: primary, secondary and tertiary. Primary prevention is keeping the disease of osteoporosis from getting
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In the public health world, there are three types of prevention: primary, secondary and tertiary. Primary prevention is keeping the disease of osteoporosis from getting
The Gait Cycle The mechanics of walking involves a coordinated effort of the feet, knees, and hips. The cycle of how a person walks is
Medicines That Can Be Bad for Your Bones Take a moment to read the small print on the package insert that comes with your prescription
Your bones are constantly changing due to a process called remodeling. To build strong, healthy bones when you are young — and to keep them
Weight-bearing exercise is one of the three primary pillars of bone health along with a calcium-rich diet and vitamin D. Walking is a good option
Osteoporosis is known as the “silent thief” because you might not know you have the disease until you break a bone. Osteoporosis makes your bones
Are you at risk for bone loss and fractures? To answer that question, let’s go back to when you were a kid. What We Know
What do you know about bone health? Do you think it’s something that only older people need to worry about? In fact, strong, healthy bones
Having healthy bones is an important part of your overall health and wellness. The choices you make can affect your bone health as you age,
By Sally Warner, PhD (Member, Medical & Scientific Advisory Board) Walking can be such a mindless activity. But when you embark on a 60-mile walk,
The American Bone Health Fracture Risk Calculator™ estimates fracture risk for women and men over age 45.
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