Track: Orthopedics and Osteoporosis

Orthopedics and Osteoporosis

Orthopedic care for osteoporosis focuses on a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to minimize complications and enhance patient outcomes. Osteoporosis is a condition that reduces bone density and strength, causing bones to become brittle and more prone to fracture. Symptoms, Causes and Treatment should be addressed to cure Osteoporosis.

Lifestyle Modifications:
Adequate intake of calcium and vitamin D through diet or supplements
Regular weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises
Avoid smoking and limit alcohol consumption

Medications: Bisphosphonates:
Commonly prescribed to slow bone loss
Denosumab: A monoclonal antibody that reduces bone breakdown

Hormone Therapy:
Estrogen replacement (for postmenopausal women)
Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs): Like raloxifene, to reduce fracture risks
Anabolic Agents: E.g., Teriparatide to promote new bone formation

Medical Procedures:
Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty: For fractures in the spine
Stem Cell Therapy: In experimental or advanced cases

Alternative and Adjunctive Therapies:
Physical therapy to improve balance and strength
Palliative care for pain management in severe cases