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Osteoporosis

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Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become weak and brittle due to decreased bone mineral density, significantly increasing fracture risk — particularly of the hip, spine, and wrist. It often has no symptoms until a fracture occurs, which is why it is known as the 'silent disease'. Women are at significantly higher risk, particularly after menopause when oestrogen levels decline.

Common symptoms

Often no symptoms until a fracture occursBack pain from vertebral compression fracturesLoss of height over timeStooped posture (kyphosis)Fractures occurring from minimal trauma — a fall from standing heightBone pain or tenderness in severe cases

Anyone over 50 with a fracture from minimal trauma should be assessed for osteoporosis urgently. See a doctor for assessment if you have significant risk factors — early menopause, long-term steroid use, family history of hip fracture, or previous fracture. Do not start high-impact exercise without medical assessment if osteoporosis is suspected.

Goal of treatment: Prevent fractures by maximising bone density, improving muscle strength and balance to reduce fall risk, and where indicated, using medical treatments to slow bone loss.

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Calcium and Vitamin D

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Adequate calcium and vitamin D intake are essential foundations of osteoporosis prevention and treatment — required for bone mineralisation and calcium absorption.

⏱ Months to years (prevention); no reversal of established osteoporosis alone·💪 Low effort

Balance and Fall Prevention Training

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Balance training and falls prevention programmes address the primary mechanism of osteoporotic fracture — falls — making them among the most important interventions for fracture prevention.

⏱ 8–12 weeks·💪 Medium effort

Denosumab (Prolia)

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Denosumab is a biologic injection given 6-monthly for osteoporosis — highly effective for reducing fracture risk, particularly in post-menopausal women and those who cannot tolerate bisphosphonates.

⏱ 6–12 months·💪 Low effort

Smoking Cessation

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Smoking is a significant modifiable risk factor for osteoporosis — quitting reduces bone loss rate and improves fracture risk profile over time.

⏱ Years (for bone density recovery)·💪 High effort

Bisphosphonates (Alendronate, Risedronate)

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Bisphosphonates are the most commonly prescribed medications for osteoporosis — reducing bone resorption and significantly decreasing fracture risk in both the spine and hip.

⏱ 6–12 months for fracture risk reduction·💪 Low effort

Weight-Bearing and Resistance Exercise

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Weight-bearing and resistance exercise stimulates bone formation, reduces bone loss, and — critically — reduces fall risk through improved muscle strength and balance.

⏱ 6–12 months for bone density changes; fall risk reduction faster·💪 Medium effort

Vitamin K2 (Menaquinone)

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Vitamin K2 (MK-7 form) activates osteocalcin, a bone protein essential for incorporating calcium into bone matrix — with evidence for improving bone strength and reducing fracture risk.

⏱ 6–12 months·💪 Low effort

Collagen Peptides

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Specific bioactive collagen peptides have emerging evidence for improving bone density when combined with calcium and vitamin D in osteoporotic women.

⏱ 6–12 months·💪 Low effort

Protein-Rich Diet

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Adequate protein intake supports bone matrix formation and muscle mass — both critical for fracture prevention in osteoporosis. Low protein intake is a significant risk factor for poor fracture outcomes.

⏱ Months·💪 Low effort

Hip Protectors

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Hip protector pads worn in specially designed underwear absorb and redirect impact energy during a fall, reducing hip fracture risk in high-risk individuals.

⏱ Immediate (fracture prevention when fall occurs)·💪 Low effort

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