Osteoporosis
Facts & Stats
Risk Factors
Prevention
Detection
Treatment
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What does osteoporosis mean?
Porous Bones. The prefix ‘osteo’ is from the Greek word "osteon" meaning bone. The suffix ‘porosis’ means the condition of pores (spaces).
100
Who is more likely to get osteoporosis? List Age(s), race(s) and gender.
Caucasian and Asian women over 50 years of age have the highest chances of developing osteoporosis.
100
Name 4 Lifestyle changes that we can do to either prevent or treat osteoporosis:
Proper Nutrition (calcium, vitamin D, and protein), Exercise, Don’t Smoke, and Limit Alcohol
100
What are 2 signs of osteoporosis?
Back Pain, Hunched Posture or Curve in the Back
100
When is it OK to start pharmaceutical treatment for osteoporosis?
When you have consulted your doctor!
200
Which bone fractures have the most serious impact on older adults?
Hip Fractures!
200
Which bones are the most common to break due to osteoporosis?
Hip, Wrist and Spine (Vertebrae).
200
What is the recommended limit for daily alcohol intake?
3 units per day or 30 ml of pure alcohol.
200
How can you find out if you have weak bones or osteoporosis?
Bone Density Test, Lab Test, or Physical Examination
200
Can your medication for treatment change as you get older?
Yes!
300
What other name is osteoporosis most commonly referred to as?
The Silent Thief!
300
What are the 3 conditions linked in the “Female Athlete Triad”?
Disordered Eating, Amenorrhea and Osteoporosis.
300
Name 2 nutritious food sources for each of the following: Calcium, Vitamin D, and Protein.
Sources for Vitamin D: Fish, cod liver oil, mushrooms, and eggs. Sources for Calcium: Dairy products and canned salmon (with bones). Sources for Protein: red meat, chicken and beans.
300
Who and what age should an individual get a bone density screening?
All men and women 65 and older!
300
What are the risk factors associated with estrogen treatment?
Increase risk of blood clots, endometrial cancer, breast cancer and possibly heart disease.
400
At what age does bone mass stop increasing?
Sometime around age 30!
400
What are 2 factors that can increase your chances of getting osteoporosis which you can’t control?
Old Age, Hormonal Changes, Disease Condition, Genes, Gender, or Ethnicity.
400
Name 3 benefits of physical activity.
Reduces risk of falls and fractures, improve balance, stamina, strength and posture, and even build bone density!
400
If you have another medical condition causing bone loss, what is this called?
Secondary Osteoporosis
400
What are 4 physical treatments to osteoporosis?
Strength Training, Weight Bearing Exercises, Posture Control & Balance Training
500
Osteoporosis is currently considered more common than what?
Heart Attacks, Strokes, and Breast Cancer combined!
500
If osteoporosis runs in your family, what is the medical terminology word for it?
Hereditary
500
Name 2 nutritional tips for high athletic performers:
• Don’t forget to eat! • Speak with a nutritionist or dietician to ensure your meal plan is suitable for your active lifestyle!
500
What does DXA stand for?
Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry
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After how many years of treatment should you go for a comprehensive risk assessment?
Every 3 to 5 years!
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