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Osteoporosis: nonpharmacologic management.

Gopi C Kasturi1, Robert A Adler

  • 1Department of Neurology/Rehabilitation, VA Central California Health Care System, 2615 E Clinton Ave, Fresno, CA 93703, USA. gopikasturi@gmail.com

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Nonpharmacologic treatments like exercise and bracing can help manage osteoporosis, reducing fracture risk. These accessible methods complement exercise prescriptions and highlight the physiatrist

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
  • Geriatrics

Background:

  • Osteoporosis is a chronic skeletal disorder characterized by decreased bone density, leading to increased fracture risk.
  • Effective management strategies are crucial for improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the evidence supporting nonpharmacologic interventions for osteoporosis management.
  • To discuss the mechanisms, precautions, and outcomes associated with these treatments.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of nonpharmacologic agents for osteoporosis.
  • Analysis of evidence for exercise, whole-body vibration, hip protectors, low-intensity pulsed ultrasound, bracing, and vertebral augmentation.

Main Results:

  • Nonpharmacologic interventions, including exercise and bracing, show beneficial effects in managing osteoporosis.
  • These methods are readily available, easy to implement, and integrate well with exercise prescriptions.

Conclusions:

  • Nonpharmacologic treatments play a vital role in a comprehensive osteoporosis management plan.
  • Physiatrists are key in implementing these effective, accessible interventions.