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Attention mums! Here's all you need to know about THIS common bone problem!

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Attention mums! Here's all you need to know about THIS common bone problem!Attention mums! Here's all you need to know about THIS common bone problem!

Health alert! Women are at greater risk of developing this health issue because they have less bone tissue than men.

Let’s begin with some fun facts!

It’s well know that our bones provide structure to our bodies. They protect our organs and are the foundation of muscles, thus helping in locomotion.

Our bones are also a store house of calcium. In fact, like any living organ, bones are continuously changing. As a new bone is laid upon, the older one is simultaneously being broken down.

But by the age of 30, most people reach their peak bone mass.

“It is therefore advised that people start taking care of their bones in the early years itself through healthy diet, regular exercise and a disciplined lifestyle,” says Padmashree Dr Ashok Rajgopal, Chairman, Fortis Bone and Joint Institute, Delhi; who spoke to theindusparent, about the growing need to understand ways to tackle the debilitating musculoskeletal condition.

Women are at greater risk of developing arthritis

Dr Rajgopal also added that due to lack of knowledge, women have become more susceptible to bone deterioration, and especially to Osteoporosis.

Attention mums! Heres all you need to know about THIS common bone problem!

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“Osteoporosis is a common disorder characterised by inflammation of the joints. It is a progressively debilitating musculoskeletal condition associated with pain and can be categorised as joint disease, physical disability, spinal disorder and conditions resulting from trauma. Early diagnosis is extremely important so that people avail treatment at the earliest before the problem worsens,” shared Dr Rajgopal.

Osteoporosis occurs during the most productive years of adulthood, i.e., 20-40 years

He also quotes some staggering statistics by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

“As per the WHO, the prevalence of osteoporosis varies between 0.3 percent and 1 percent and is more common in women and in developed countries. About 9.6 percent of men and 18 percent women aged over 60 years have symptomatic osteo-arthritis. It tends to occur during the most productive years of adulthood, i.e., 20-40 years,” he shared.

The expert suggests some some quick insights on how to identify Osteoporosis and maintain healthy bones.

Symptoms of Osteoporosis:

  • Swelling of areas around joints
  • Pain (acute and otherwise) in different parts of the body
  • Crackling of joints
  • Decreased range of motion due to stiffness

Osteoporosis

Modifiable factors for healthy bones:

  • Diet: Diet should be rich in calcium and vitamin D. For adults between the ages 20 to 50, 1000 mg of calcium and 600 units of vitamin D should be consumed. Green leafy vegetables and fish are good sources of calcium. Fortified milk and sunlight are good sources of vitamin D.
  • Physical Activity: Weight bearing exercises such as walking, running and weight training help us in making our bones stronger.
  • Hormones: Hormonal disturbances affect bone health. Excess thyroid, a deficiency of oestrogen (after menopause in females) or testosterone (after the age of 70 in males) can lead to weakened bones.
  • Medicines: Steroids, cancer medication, anti-depressants, anti-seizure drugs and proton pump inhibitors contribute to weakening of bones.
  • Smoking and alcohol consumption: Both these tend to decrease bone density at a faster rate. While smoking should be completely stopped, alcohol intake should be limited to 2 drinks a week.

Non-modifiable factors for healthy bones:

  • Gender: Women are at greater risk of developing arthritis because they have less bone tissue than men.
  • Body structure: Thin people and people with a small body frame also have a less bone mass to draw from as they age.
  • Genetics: Osteoporosis runs in families, so genetics do play a strong role.

Pain management for Osteoporosis patients:

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  • Meditation and relaxation techniques help handle the pain psychologically
  • Massage and acupuncture can soothe the joints and reduce pain
  • Certain foods such as fried and processed meat, corn oil might increase inflammation, it is advised to cut down on these foods
  • Appropriate exercises such as low-impact aerobics, walking and physiotherapy helps strengthen the bones and reduce pain
  • Strengthening the muscles around the joint for added support
  • Adequate sleep will ensure that the body is well-rested
  • Stress reduction is essential to reduce chronic pain
  • Using assistive devices
  • Taking over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers

Read: 8 things that can cause you to go into early menopause

(Information source: Fortis Bone and Joint Institute | All images courtesy: Pixabay, Flickr)

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