While the most common fractures associated with osteoporosis are those of the hip, spine and wrist, not
everyone diagnosed with this disease breaks bones.
Whether or not you have had a fracture, everyone with osteoporosis should attempt to modify their
lifestyle in order to minimize their risk of breaking a bone. In addition to drug therapy, exercise and
calcium, it is very important to understand how to move in a way that is safe for your bones. The practical
advice that follows is designed to help you understand what are considered safe movements and to pay
attention to the details of daily living so that you dont compromise your bones.
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Living well with osteoporosis:
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