﻿{"id":3516,"date":"2022-08-22T10:03:32","date_gmt":"2022-08-22T15:03:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sparthritis.ca\/?p=3516"},"modified":"2023-01-24T07:17:55","modified_gmt":"2023-01-24T12:17:55","slug":"osteoporose","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sparthritis.ca\/fr\/osteoporose\/","title":{"rendered":"Ost\u00e9oporose"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=\u00a0\u00bb1&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb-55px||||false|false\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb4_4&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_post_title author=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb date=\u00a0\u00bboff\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_post_title][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb min_height=\u00a0\u00bb261.4px\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb28px|||||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb4_4&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.19.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb-20px||||false|false\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h1><strong>Que-ce que l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose ?<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">L\u2019ost\u00e9oporose est souvent appel\u00e9e \u00ab la voleuse silencieuse \u00bb parce qu\u2019elle peut causer une d\u00e9t\u00e9rioration de la masse osseuse et des tissus sans aucun sympt\u00f4me notable. L\u2019ost\u00e9oporose est plus fr\u00e9quente chez les personnes \u00e2g\u00e9es, particuli\u00e8rement chez les femmes apr\u00e8s la m\u00e9nopause. L\u2019ost\u00e9oporose entra\u00eene un risque accru de fractures osseuses, le plus souvent de la colonne vert\u00e9brale, des hanches, des poignets et des \u00e9paules. L\u2019ost\u00e9oporose peut \u00eatre une maladie tr\u00e8s frustrante parce qu\u2019elle n\u2019a pas de cause unique. Toutefois, la perte d\u2019\u0153strog\u00e8ne dans notre corps quand nous vieillissons et \u00e0 cause de la m\u00e9nopause chez les femmes est un grand facteur contributif. Pour de plus amples renseignements sur l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose, visitez : <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/osteoporosecanada.ca\/quest-ce-que-losteoporose\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/osteoporosecanada.ca\/quest-ce-que-losteoporose\/<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb min_height=\u00a0\u00bb261.4px\u00a0\u00bb custom_padding=\u00a0\u00bb28px|||||\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb4_4&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.19.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb custom_margin=\u00a0\u00bb-20px||||false|false\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Quel est le lien entre l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose et la SA ?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jusqu\u2019\u00e0 un tiers des personnes atteintes de spondylarthrite ankylosante active (SA) ont un certain degr\u00e9 de perte osseuse en raison de l\u2019inflammation syst\u00e9mique et de la diminution de la mobilit\u00e9, mais selon des \u00e9tudes r\u00e9centes, la r\u00e9duction de l\u2019inflammation avec des inhibiteurs du facteur de n\u00e9crose tumorale peut am\u00e9liorer la densit\u00e9 osseuse.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus d\u2019informations sp\u00e9cifiques pour la SA et l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose peuvent \u00eatre trouv\u00e9es ici\u00a0: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rheumatologynetwork.com\/psoriatic-arthritis\/are-osteoporotic-fractures-preventable-spondyloarthritis\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.rheumatologynetwork.com\/psoriatic-arthritis\/are-osteoporotic-fractures-preventable-spondyloarthritis<\/span><\/a> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ou ici\u00a0: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rmdopen.bmj.com\/content\/rmdopen\/1\/1\/e000052.full.pdf\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/rmdopen.bmj.com\/content\/rmdopen\/1\/1\/e000052.full.pdf<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb4_4&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_image src=\u00a0\u00bbhttps:\/\/sparthritis.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/osteoporose.png\u00a0\u00bb alt=\u00a0\u00bbost\u00e9oporose\u00a0\u00bb title_text=\u00a0\u00bbost\u00e9oporose\u00a0\u00bb _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.19.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb4_4&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.19.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<h3>Quels sont les sympt\u00f4mes de l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose?<\/h3>\n<p>\u00a0<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Souvent, avec l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose, il n\u2019y a pas de sympt\u00f4mes perceptibles jusqu\u2019\u00e0 ce qu\u2019un patient \u00e9prouve une fracture. Une fois que cela se produit, le seul sympt\u00f4me notable peut \u00eatre une douleur suppl\u00e9mentaire, plus grande que ce qui accompagnerait normalement une fracture. C\u2019est l\u2019une des raisons pour lesquelles l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose est difficile \u00e0 diagnostiquer, car lors d\u2019une fracture, on s\u2019attend \u00e0 de la douleur. Il s\u2019agit de d\u00e9terminer combien de douleur se manifeste \u00e0 un niveau ost\u00e9oporotique qui est difficile \u00e0 reconna\u00eetre. Cela conduit \u00e0 une abondance de diagnostics tardifs qui augmentent la difficult\u00e9 de traiter l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose. Une partie importante de la gestion de l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose et ce qu\u2019il faut rechercher sont les signes avant-coureurs et les indicateurs. Bien qu\u2019il n\u2019y ait pas de signes clairs pour indiquer que vous avez l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose, il y en a qui peuvent vous conduire dans la bonne direction.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Les premiers signes de perte osseuse sont rares. La plupart des gens ne savent pas qu\u2019ils ont des os faibles jusqu\u2019\u00e0 ce qu\u2019ils se soient cass\u00e9 la hanche, la colonne vert\u00e9brale ou le poignet. Certains signes et sympt\u00f4mes pouvant indiquer une perte osseuse comprennent\u00a0:<\/span>\u00a0<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">D\u00e9chaussement des gencives<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Force de pr\u00e9hension plus faible<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ongles faibles et cassants<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perte de hauteur<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fracture \u00e0 la suite d\u2019une chute<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Douleurs au dos ou au cou<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Posture pench\u00e9e ou fracture par compression<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul><\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Visitez ces deux sites Web pour obtenir une liste d\u2019indicateurs de l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose\u00a0: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.everydayhealth.com\/osteoporosis\/early-signs-of-osteoporosis.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.everydayhealth.com\/osteoporosis\/early-signs-of-osteoporosis.aspx<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> ou <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/osteoporosis-symptoms#early-stages\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/osteoporosis-symptoms#early-stages<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Comment puis-je g\u00e9rer l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose ?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Malheureusement, il n\u2019y a aucun moyen de traiter et d\u2019inverser compl\u00e8tement l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose une fois qu\u2019elle s\u2019est manifest\u00e9e. Il existe cependant plusieurs m\u00e9thodes pharmacologiques et non pharmacologiques qui peuvent aider les patients \u00e0 g\u00e9rer leur ost\u00e9oporose et \u00e0 pr\u00e9venir d\u2019autres dommages. Deux des plus grands conseils sont de s\u2019assurer que votre corps re\u00e7oit des quantit\u00e9s suffisantes de vitamine D et de calcium, car ce sont deux composants qui aident \u00e0 garder les os en bonne sant\u00e9. Certains traitements pharmacologiques comprennent des bisphosphonates, des hormones parathyro\u00efdiennes et la calcitonine. De plus, les exercices \u00e0 faible impact comme l\u2019a\u00e9robique aquatique et le v\u00e9lo peuvent \u00eatre utiles pour aider \u00e0 renforcer les os. Il est extr\u00eamement important de prendre d\u2019autres pr\u00e9cautions pour pr\u00e9venir les chutes, prenez votre temps, surveillez ou vous marchez et planifiez vos itin\u00e9raires, car m\u00eame la plus petite quantit\u00e9 d\u2019impact peut causer des dommages importants \u00e0 vos os. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/emedicine.medscape.com\/article\/330598-treatment?pa=w%2BHk4ZBPbHkpXtPvR2gm%2BkaBthNz7LiJ%2Fd3MAgKKkWNizLfhwG%2FiXxUxn%2FXYD7G6s7CF3wx2Tu1U792SxywYLg%3D%3D#d1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pour de plus amples renseignements sur la prise en charge de l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose, veuillez consulter ce lien.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">O\u00f9 trouver des informations suppl\u00e9mentaires et du soutien?<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ost\u00e9oporose Canada est le seul organisme national au service des personnes atteintes ou \u00e0 risque d\u2019ost\u00e9oporose. L\u2019organisme s\u2019efforce d\u2019\u00e9duquer, d\u2019habiliter et de soutenir les individus et les communaut\u00e9s dans la r\u00e9duction des risques et le traitement de l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ils se consacrent \u00e0 enseigner \u00e0 la population canadienne comment am\u00e9liorer la sant\u00e9 de leurs os afin que l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose ne puisse jamais s\u2019installer. Ils offrent un soutien aux personnes qui ont d\u00e9j\u00e0 un diagnostic et s\u2019efforcent d\u2019am\u00e9liorer leur qualit\u00e9 de vie. Ils se consacrent \u00e0 la recherche et aux perc\u00e9es th\u00e9rapeutiques qui gardent plus de gens en bonne sant\u00e9.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ils ont des informations compl\u00e8tes et plusieurs ressources disponibles pour vous soutenir, dont une \u00e9valuation des risques.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><b>Ost\u00e9oporose Canada se trouve ici:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/osteoporosecanada.ca\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/osteoporosecanada.ca\/<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_column type=\u00a0\u00bb4_4&Prime; _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][et_pb_divider _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{}\u00a0\u00bb][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u00a0\u00bb4.17.4&Prime; _module_preset=\u00a0\u00bbdefault\u00a0\u00bb text_text_color=\u00a0\u00bbgcid-473f3d41-f21a-42db-b6d0-302499fb0d4e\u00a0\u00bb global_colors_info=\u00a0\u00bb{%22gcid-473f3d41-f21a-42db-b6d0-302499fb0d4e%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}\u00a0\u00bb]<\/p>\n<p><b>Toutes les informations sont fournies uniquement pour vos connaissances g\u00e9n\u00e9rales et ne remplacent pas les conseils ni les soins des professionnels de la sant\u00e9. Veuillez consulter votre professionnel de la sant\u00e9 pour obtenir des d\u00e9tails sur les sympt\u00f4mes, le diagnostic et les m\u00e9dicaments ou le traitement. Toute information ou lien n\u2019implique pas l\u2019approbation.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Que-ce que l\u2019ost\u00e9oporose ? L\u2019ost\u00e9oporose est souvent appel\u00e9e \u00ab la voleuse silencieuse \u00bb parce qu\u2019elle peut causer une d\u00e9t\u00e9rioration de la masse osseuse et des tissus sans aucun sympt\u00f4me notable. [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":1731,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=\"1\" _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-55px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_post_title author=\"off\" date=\"off\" _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_post_title][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" min_height=\"261.4px\" custom_padding=\"28px|||||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.19.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-20px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p><p>Osteoporosis is often called \u201cThe Silent Thief\u201d because it can cause bone mass and tissue deterioration without any noticeable symptoms. Osteoporosis is most common in older adults, especially females after menopause. Osteoporosis leads to an increased risk of bone fractures, most commonly of the spine, hips, wrists, and shoulders. Osteoporosis can be a very frustrating disease because there is no single cause for it, however the loss of estrogen in our bodies as we age and from menopause in women is a large contributing factor. For more information on osteoporosis, visit:\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/osteoporosis.ca\/about-the-disease\/what-is-osteoporosis\/.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/osteoporosis.ca\/about-the-disease\/what-is-osteoporosis<\/a><\/p><p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" min_height=\"261.4px\" custom_padding=\"28px|||||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_margin=\"-20px||||false|false\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p><h3>What is the link between Osteoporosis & AS?<\/h3><p>Up to one-third of people with active ankylosing spondylitis (AS) have some degree of bone loss due to systemic inflammation and decreased mobility, but lowering inflammation with tumor necrosis factor blockers may improve bone density, recent studies suggest.<\/p><p>More information specific to AS and Osteoporosis can be found\u00a0 here:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rheumatologynetwork.com\/psoriatic-arthritis\/are-osteoporotic-fractures-preventable-spondyloarthritis\">https:\/\/www.rheumatologynetwork.com\/psoriatic-arthritis\/are-osteoporotic-fractures-preventable-spondyloarthritis<\/a><\/p><p>or here:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/rmdopen.bmj.com\/content\/rmdopen\/1\/1\/e000052.full.pdf\">https:\/\/rmdopen.bmj.com\/content\/rmdopen\/1\/1\/e000052.full.pdf<\/a><\/p><p>\u00a0<br \/>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_image src=\"https:\/\/sparthritis.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/0_yuJZnaIO-Y90kJKM-1024x576-1.jpg\" alt=\"Normal bone vs Osteoporosis\" title_text=\"Normal bone vs Osteoporosis\" _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p><h3>What are the symptoms of osteoporosis?<\/h3><p>Often with osteoporosis, there aren\u2019t any noticeable symptoms until a patient experiences a fracture. Once this occurs the only noticeable symptom may be additional pain, more so than what would normally accompany a fracture. This is one of the reasons why osteoporosis is difficult to diagnose, when you experience a fracture pain is expected, it\u2019s determining how much pain should register as an osteoporotic level that is difficult to acknowledge. This leads to an abundance of late diagnosis which increases the difficulty of treating osteoporosis. An important part of dealing with osteoporosis and what to look for are early warning signs and indicators. While there aren\u2019t any clear cut signs to indicate that you have osteoporosis, there are some that can lead you in the right direction.<\/p><p>Early signs of bone loss are rare. Most people don\u2019t know they have weak bones until they\u2019ve broken their hip, spine, or wrist. Some signs and symptoms can point toward bone loss include:<\/p><ul><li class=\"first\">Receding gums<\/li><li>Weaker grip strength<\/li><li>Weak and brittle fingernails<\/li><li>Loss of height<\/li><li>Fracture from a fall<\/li><li>Back or neck pain<\/li><li class=\"last\">Stooped posture or compression fracture<\/li><\/ul><p>Visit these two websites for a list of indicators of osteoporosis:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.everydayhealth.com\/osteoporosis\/early-signs-of-osteoporosis.aspx\">https:\/\/www.everydayhealth.com\/osteoporosis\/early-signs-of-osteoporosis.aspx<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/osteoporosis-symptoms#early-stages\">https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/health\/osteoporosis-symptoms#early-stages<\/a>.<\/p><h3>How can I manage osteoporosis going forward?<\/h3><p>Unfortunately there is no way to treat and completely reverse osteoporosis once it has manifested. There are however several pharmacological and nonpharmacological methods that can help patients manage their osteoporosis and prevent further damage. Two of the biggest pieces of advice are ensure that your body is getting sufficient amounts of Vitamin D and calcium, as they are two components that help to keep bones healthy. Some pharmacological treatments include bisphosphonates, parathyroid hormones, and calcitonin. Additionally, low impact exercise like water aerobics, and bicycling can be useful to help strengthen bones. Taking further precautions to prevent falling is extremely important, take your time, watch your step, and plan your routes, as even the smallest amount of impact can cause significant damage to your bones. <a href=\"https:\/\/emedicine.medscape.com\/article\/330598-treatment?pa=w%2BHk4ZBPbHkpXtPvR2gm%2BkaBthNz7LiJ%2Fd3MAgKKkWNizLfhwG%2FiXxUxn%2FXYD7G6s7CF3wx2Tu1U792SxywYLg%3D%3D#d1\">For additional information on managing osteoporosis please visit this link.<\/a><\/p><h3>Where to find additional information and support?<\/h3><p>Osteoporosis Canada is the only national organization serving people who have, or are at risk for, osteoporosis. The organization works to educate, empower and support individuals and communities in the risk-reduction and treatment of osteoporosis.<\/p><p>They are dedicated to teaching Canadians how to improve their bone health so osteoporosis can never take hold. They provide support to those already diagnosed, and work to improve their quality of life. They are dedicated to pursuing research and treatment breakthroughs that keep more people healthy.<\/p><p>They have comprehensive information and several resources available to support you including a risk assessment.<\/p><p><strong>Osteoporosis Canada be found here:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/osteoporosis.ca\/\">https:\/\/osteoporosis.ca\/<\/a><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column type=\"4_4\" _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_divider _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.17.4\" _module_preset=\"default\" text_text_color=\"gcid-473f3d41-f21a-42db-b6d0-302499fb0d4e\" global_colors_info=\"{%22gcid-473f3d41-f21a-42db-b6d0-302499fb0d4e%22:%91%22text_text_color%22%93}\"]<strong><em>All information is provided for your general knowledge only, and is not a substitute for the advice from and care by health professionals. 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