Decreased bone density

What is decreased bone density?

Decreased bone density, also known as osteopenia or osteoporosis, is a common condition characterized by porous and brittle bones that are more susceptible to fractures. This happens when old bone tissue is broken down faster than new bone tissue is made to replace it.

Some key things to know:

• Bone density naturally decreases with age after peaking around 30 years old. This bone loss speeds up significantly for women during menopause


• Major risk factors include female gender, advanced age, family history, poor nutrition, and insufficient physical activity


• Frequent symptoms are back pain, loss of height, and stooped posture


• It often has no obvious symptoms until a minor fall or accident leads to a broken bone


• Having low bone density means bones are weaker and more prone to fractures - it is not a disease but rather a condition

To slow bone loss, it's important to get enough vitamin D and calcium. Weight-bearing and muscle-strengthening exercises are also beneficial. Quitting smoking and limiting alcohol help reduce risk.

If you have advanced bone loss, medications like bisphosphonates can strengthen bones. At Vital Hormone Clinic, we also offer customized hormone replacement therapy to help build bone mass if decreased density is caused by hormonal imbalances like low estrogen in menopausal women or low testosterone in aging men. Our holistic therapies aim to balance hormones for optimal bone health.

I hope this overview helps explain what decreased bone density is all about! Let me know if you have any other questions. Promotional content brought to you by Vital Hormone Clinic - leaders in hormone health and wellness.