Aging is the cause of many health conditions, and some are too serious that treatment needs surgical intervention. Osteopenia is one such orthopedic condition that commonly occurs due to aging. This is what our topic of discussion will be in the post.

Osteopenia is an orthopedic condition in which the bone mineral density of the person becomes lower than normal. This results in the weakening of bones and hence, they become prone to get fractured. The treatment of fracture may require stabilization with Trauma Implants.

Gradual loss of bone density at a slow pace is normal especially, after 30-35 years of age. At this age, most people attain their maximum bone density, and this is the period after which our body loses more bone than it forms. This process is normal but sometimes, the rate at which bone deterioration occurs becomes significantly high in some people. This is the reason that makes a person prone to developing osteopenia. There could be multiple reasons for the increase in bone deterioration rate than normal. We will also discuss those reasons later in the post.

Causes of Osteopenia

Up to 30 years of age, our body makes more bone than it deteriorates, but after 35, the process becomes opposite, and that's where the risk of osteopenia arises. There are several conditions that contribute to low bone mineral density. Some of which include:

• Medical issues like hyperthyroidism or untreated celiac disease
• Medicines like prednisone and those that are prescribed for the treatment of cancer, seizures, high blood pressure, and heartburn
• Menopause
• A nutritionally poor diet that lacks calcium and vitamin D
• Surgeries like the ones performed to treat issues of the gastrointestinal system
• Drinking too much alcohol and/or carbonated drink
• Smoking
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Family history of low bone mineral density
• Removal of ovaries before menopause

Symptoms of Osteopenia

No signs and symptoms are generally noticed in people suffering from osteopenia, and that is where the problem occurs in the diagnosis & treatment of the condition. Osteopenia is a silent condition that gives no signs & signals. In some rare cases, the person might show pain in bones and weakness.

Diagnosis of Osteopenia

Diagnosis of this condition is not easy as no symptoms are noticed. As this condition has a genetic link, the healthcare service provider will ask questions about the medical history of the parents to check whether they are suffering from osteoporosis. Besides this, the healthcare service provider will also ask questions about underlying health issues and medicines the patient is taking.

A physical examination is also performed to examine the range of motion of joints and check whether the patient is suffering from pain in the bones or not.

The conclusive evidence is provided by a bone density test where the healthcare service provider examines bone strength.

Treatment of Osteopenia

Osteopenia is one such condition that has no cure and treatment provided aims at preventing or managing the condition. The treatment of osteoporosis often include:

• Regular exercise
• Consumption of complete diet that must include a variety of food items like grains, seeds, fruits, & vegetables
• Limiting alcohol intake
• Avoid smoking
• Medication like Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) if osteopenia has progressed to the osteoporotic level

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