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Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis. Methods. DEXA Ultrasound QCT. 10 million with osteoporosis 34 million with osteopenia. (corticosteroids). Factors Contributing to Osteoporosis. w Bone mineral loss with aging (especially in women). w Estrogen deficiency. w Inadequate calcium intake before early 30s.

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Osteoporosis

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  1. Osteoporosis

  2. Methods • DEXA • Ultrasound • QCT

  3. 10 million with osteoporosis 34 million with osteopenia

  4. (corticosteroids)

  5. Factors Contributing to Osteoporosis w Bone mineral loss with aging (especially in women) w Estrogen deficiency w Inadequate calcium intake before early 30s w Inadequate physical activity w Amenorrhea w Anorexia nervosa

  6. Exercise in the Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis • Increase muscle mass • Increase muscle strength • Increase Bone Mass • Increase bone strength • Increase balance, coordination

  7. BONE MINERAL CONTENT

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