Lifestyle Guidance for the Prevention and Treatment of Osteoporosis

Author: Kong Dejuan Li En
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Publish Date: 2001-05-01
Features: Osteoporosis is a systemic bone metabolic disease characterized by reduced bone calcium content, changes in bone microarchitecture, decreased bone toughness, and increased brittleness, where even minor trauma can lead to fractures. The greatest harm of osteoporosis is fractures, especially hip fractures. It requires bed rest, causing not only personal suffering but also heavy burdens for families and society, making it a social issue that has drawn attention from governments worldwide. China has also included the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis as part of its national major disease prevention and control efforts. Osteoporosis has three key characteristics: high incidence, unclear pathogenesis, and the absence of a specific treatment method. The purpose of this book is to educate the public about the multiple factors contributing to osteoporosis, secondary diseases that can cause it, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, various treatment methods, and preventive measures, aiming to promote self-care and serve as a science popularization book. The purpose of this book is to educate the public about the multiple factors contributing to osteoporosis, secondary diseases that can cause it, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, various treatment methods, and preventive measures, aiming to promote self-care and serve as a science popularization book.