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11/11/2021

Why are some people more prone to breaking a bone?

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Could just be bad luck. Or it could be due to an underlying condition with our bones – Osteoporosis.  Loosely translated it means ‘porous bone’. The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare (AIHW) defines osteoporosis as “a condition where bones become thin, weak and fragile, such that even a minor bump or accident can cause a broken bone…”. ​
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Risk Factors
  • Age >45years
  • Gender (Women:Men 4:1)
  • History of early menopause
  • Family history
  • Previous history of fractures
  • Low BMI (<20kg/m2)
  • Smoking
  • Alcohol intake
  • Long term use of antidepressants
  • Other pre-existing conditions, such as:
    • Diabetes, HIV, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's Disease, Asthma.
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Signs and Symptoms
What are the signs and symptoms?   
  • Fracturing a bone could be the most straight forward symptom
  • Gradual height loss
  • Back pain
  • Joint/muscle pain that may actually be stress fractures. 
What can be done?  
Research has indicated a healthy diet including calcium, protein and Vitamin D can help with bone growth. Supplements/medication as prescribed by your GP may also be necessary. However, diet and supplements alone are not sufficient. The AIHW recommends “behaviour modification such as regular weight-bearing and resistance exercise” to help prevent osteoporosis. Regular weight bearing and strength exercises help maintain and promote bone mineral density.​
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It is never too late to improve your bone health. ​

#osteoporosis #BMD #fractures #bonestrength
More information here
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/osteoporosis  
https://www.physiolabs.com.au/body-health-bone-health-balance-bootcamp-osteporosis.html  
https://healthybonesaustralia.org.au/  
https://www.knowyourbones.org.au/  
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References
https://nethealthbook.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/bigstock-Osteoporosis-Stages-Image-Ost-219561823.jpg ​
https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/chronic-musculoskeletal-conditions/osteoporosis/contents/what-is-osteoporosis 
 

https://www.osteoporosis.foundation/health-professionals#facts-statistics  
​http://www.hgh.com/health/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/osteoporosis-facts.jpg 
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