Osteoporosis Medical Reference

Wolff’s Law explains that natural, healthy bones will adapt and change to adapt to stress.

Fracture Risk Assessment Tool (FRAX): What to Know

Find out what you need to know about a hump behind your shoulders, and discover the causes, treatments, and how it may affect health.

COVID-19 has made it tough to schedule medical appointments. When should people with osteoporosis seek in-person care?

Sometimes you need to lean on others for help when you have osteoporosis. It’s still possible to get that support, even during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The coronavirus pandemic may make it harder to visit the doctor. How can telemedicine help you manage your osteoporosis?

The right workouts can help you strengthen your bones and slow bone loss. Which ones should you try and what should you avoid?

If you have osteoporosis, you're at risk for breaking bones. Find out how changes to your home and the right kind of exercise can help you prevent fractures.

When you have osteoporosis, the effects of a bone fracture go beyond the initial pain and discomfort. Learn about the most common fractures and how they might affect your life.

What you eat and drink after a bone fracture can affect your recovery. Certain nutrients can help make your bones healthier.

If you’ve recently had a fracture because of osteoporosis, here are a few tips for getting your independence back.

If you have osteoporosis, the right medicine can help slow or even stop its progress. Learn what meds are out there, how they can help, and how to choose what’s right for you.

A bone mineral density test examines segments of your bone through X-rays to detect osteoporosis. The test is quick and painless, and it gives you a snapshot of how strong they are.

When you have osteopenia, your bones are weak but are still strong enough that they wouldn’t break easily during a fall. Find out more about this condition and how to strengthen your bones.

You’ve broken your hip—now what? WebMD explains what you need to know if you have a hip fracture.

So, you’ve broken your hip. Do you need hip fracture surgery? WebMD tells you what you should consider before you decide.

WebMD tells you what you should know about Paget's disease of bone, a condition that can cause bones to enlarge and press on other body parts.

WebMD explains the link between hyperparathyroidism, calcium, and osteoporosis.

Got bones that bend and break easily? WebMD explains more about osteomalacia, the “soft bone” disease.

WebMD explains what you need to know about taking a dietary supplement to get more calcium. Find out how much you should take, what kind is best, and how to avoid side effects.

WebMD looks at the options for repairing your broken ankle when you have osteoporosis.

WebMD explains the treatment options for a hip or pelvis fracture when you have osteoporosis.

WebMD explains the symptoms you'll get if you have osteoporosis and you break your wrist, hip, or spine.

See your doctor right away if you fall and hurt your shoulder. WebMD explains how quick treatment can speed your recovery.

WebMD describes ways to relieve pain and heal spinal compression fractures without surgery, including physical therapy, rest, and back braces.