How to Fight Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is a gradual weakening of your bones as you age, which affects 28 million Americans. It is a huge issue, particularly among post menopausal, Caucasian females. Osteoporosis takes years and years to develop and does not have any symptoms. Early detection is important. One in two women over the age of 65 risk having a fracture caused by poor bone density. If a female has osteoporosis and has a fall, she risks fracturing her hip. Statistics post hip fracture are not promising.




As a Chiropractic Physician, osteoporosis is a huge concern. When I perform chiropractic adjustments on patients, I am releasing joints. Joints are the connection area of 2 bones. If the bones are weak due to osteoporosis, there is a risk of fracture. Awareness is key. Bone Density tests, which measure the strength of your bone, are recommended for women after the age of 65. Bone density tests are easy and painless.










The results of bone density tests arrive in four categories, and the number that is assigned to the bone density is called a T score. The first category is normal, which is a T score of zero or higher. The second category is low normal, which is a T score of 0 to -1.0. The third category is a T score from -1.0 to -2.5. This range is consider to be osteopenia, which is not as bad as osteoporosis. A T score of -2.5 or lower is considered to be osteoporosis.


Weight bearing exercise, sunlight, and including foods rich in calcium in your diet are extremely important to fighting osteoporosis. Developing these practices long term will help keep your bone density up. Bone is always being remodeled, which means that it is constantly being broken down and rebuilt. Constant nourishment is important because as people age, their ability to absorb calcium and other materials needed to rebuild bone decreases.



Supplementation is very important in preventing osteoporosis, especially in the low normal bone density and osteopenia categories. What is used as supplementation is very important. The aim is to get the material that will be most absorbed by your bones. For example, calcium carbonate, which is found in tums, is the cheapest source of calcium. However, it is not a complete bone food, it may be malabsorbed by people with poor digestion, and the antacid effect may interfere with digestion and cause gas. Calcium Citrate is a much better option. It is well absorbed, it reduces the risk of kidney stones, and it is absorbed by people with poor digestion. The BEST form of calcium supplement is Microcrystalline Hydroxyapatite Concentrate. It is a well absorbed Calcium source, it provides comprehensive bone support, and is provides organic constituents and mineral components.



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