Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis Treatment in Kansas City, MO

Osteoporosis is a detrimental disease where the bones in your body become fragile. The condition can get bad enough that anything from a mild sprain to a cough can cause a fracture to occur. While osteoporosis can affect most areas of the body, the most common fracture locations are the wrist, hips, and spine.

The bones in our bodies are living tissue, which means that they’re under a constant state of breaking down and being replaced—unfortunately, osteoporosis results when new bone development can’t keep up with the loss of old bone.

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Osteoporosis Signs and Symptoms

Like nearly all health conditions, osteoporosis isn’t without signs and symptoms. However, most of these signs occur after osteoporosis has already set in. If you are experiencing any of the following, you should contact Ortho of KC immediately for an osteoporosis screening. 

  • Back pain, specifically pain that’s caused by a vertebral injury
  • If you notice that you’re shrinking or have an overly stooped posture
  • Weakness or brittleness of bones to the point of easily breaking

Conditions

Spine Surgery
Fractured Spine
Osteoporosis
Herniated Disc
Degenerative Disc Disease
Sciatica
Spondylosis
Thoracic & Lumbar Spine

Osteoporosis Causes

Bone loss and growth are a perfectly natural part of human development. When you’re in your teen years and twenties, new bone tissue is created faster than old bone tissue dies. This means that you’re building up your bone density and making them stronger. Unfortunately, this process slows down once you pass the age of 30, and you start to lose bone density rather than gain it. Therefore, osteoporosis is caused by natural body cycles, but you’re more at risk the older you get. 

Osteoporosis Risk Factors

While everyone is at a certain degree of risk of getting osteoporosis, certain factors increase the likelihood of contracting it.

Gender

Women are at a much higher risk of developing osteoporosis than men.

Age

The older you get, the more at risk you are.

Race

Those of white or Asian descent are at the highest risk.

Family History

You’re at higher risk if you have a family history of osteoporosis or broken bones.

Early menopause

Women who had early menopause or surgery to remove their ovaries are at higher risk.

Lifestyle

The less active you are and the fewer vitamin D and calcium supplements you take, the higher your risk of osteoporosis as you age.

Hormonal Issues

If you have low sex hormones, thyroid issues, or other glandular problems, you’re at higher risk of contracting osteoporosis.

Difference Between Osteoporosis vs. Osteopenia?

Osteopenia means low bone mass and is often a precursor to osteoporosis. If you’re diagnosed with osteopenia, you still have time to take preventative measures against osteoporosis.

What Does Osteoporosis Treatment Look Like?

If you’re worried about osteoporosis or osteopenia, the first thing you should do is have a test performed. A test or screening will reveal your osteoporosis T-score, which tells you how strong your bones are and whether or not you have osteoporosis or osteopenia.

If you have one of these conditions, Orthopedic Health of Kansas City is here to help. The orthopedic surgeons at Ortho of KC will guide you through an effective treatment plan, including what surgical options are available to you. Orthopedic surgeons can also prescribe osteoporosis drugs, medications, and injections if necessary.

Osteoporosis Doctors

If you have any of the symptoms mentioned above, please contact Orthopedic Health of Kansas City and make an appointment with one of our Kansas City spine and back specialists. They will perform a complete examination, diagnosing and ultimately treating any problem. From simple physical therapy to complicated surgery, you’re in good hands with Orthopedic Health of Kansas City and we will do what it takes to get you active again.

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