Osteoporosis Sourcebook, Third Edition

By: Chambers, James

Helping the Layperson Understand. Manage, and Avoid Serious Illness Omnigraphics' Health Reference Series is designed for the general reader seeking guidance on hew to avoid serious illness by following preventive lifestyles and recognizing early warning signs. It also supports the layperson who has received a diagnosis of a serious disease or disorder as well as the family member or nonprofessional caregiver who must learn to care and to cope with the illness. Each volume in the series deals comprehensively with a particular area of medical concern and contains material found in publications issued by the National Institutes of Health and other agencies and associations. Nowhere else can general readers find this information conveniently collected, coordinated, and indexed in book form. Osteoporosis Sourcebook, Third Edition, Many perceive bones as simple, solid structures comprising the skeletal system. However, bones are intricate, living tissues undergoing constant cycles of building up and breaking down, known as "bane remodeling." Calcium stands as a primary component of bones, with 99 percent of the body's calcium residing in the skeletal system. Osteoporosis, meaning "porous bones." entails excessive bone loss leading to calcium depletion, progressively weakening bones and heightening susceptibility to fractures, disfigurement, and pain. Given the gradual nature of bone loss, its effects may not manifest until substantial deterioration occurs, often signaled by unexpected fractures. Detection of osteoporosis via x-ray becomes feasible only after bone loss reaches 30-50 percent of bone mass, rendering calcium restoration improbable. Thus, prevention and early diagnosis are critical, Osteoporosis Sourcebook, Third Edition provides essential information to help readers identify key osteoporosis risk factors and understand effective preventive measures. The book discusses osteoporosis across various ages and genders, explaining related health conditions. Moreover, it offers insights on calcium intake, dietary requirements, medications, surgical options, and coping strategies for those grappling with the disease. The book concludes with a glossary of terms related to osteoporosis and a directory of organizations for additional help and information.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0780821262
• ISBN13: 9780780821262
• Release Date: June 2024
• Publisher: Omnigraphics
• Weight: 1.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 6.1" x 9.3"