Menu
Your Cart
This is the Header Notice module, use it for promotional or other important messages.

Osteoporosis (extremely thin bone)

A disorder where the bones become weak, making it easier for them to break. Fractures can occur with even mild stress such as sitting down too hard, coughing, or bending over. The most common areas of fracture are in the back (spine), wrist and hip. Anyone can develop osteoporosis, but it is more common in older women. The body constantly makes new bone and breaks down old bone. In a person with osteoporosis, more bone gets broken down than gets made, causing a loss of bone mass with advancing age. Other conditions can worsen this disorder including: poor nutrition, smoking, being thin, chemotherapy, radiation treatment, medications such as steroids, decreased physical activity, alcohol consumption, being of Caucasian ancestry, and drinking cola drinks. Osteoporosis runs in families.
We use cookies and other similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and the functionality of our site. Privacy Policy.