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Management of established osteoporosis
1Department of Rhematology, Kaiser Permanente, Portland, Oregon, USA.
Lippincott'S Primary Care Practice
|February 6, 1998
Summary
Osteoporosis treatment aims to prevent fractures and increase bone density. Available therapies include estrogen, calcitonin, bisphosphonates, exercise, and calcium with vitamin D.
Area of Science:
- Bone health and metabolic disorders.
- Geriatric medicine and fracture prevention.
Background:
- Osteoporosis is characterized by fractures or low bone mass detected via bone densitometry.
- Effective management is crucial for patient stability and fracture reduction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline current therapeutic options for established osteoporosis.
- To discuss strategies for preventing further bone loss and improving bone mineral density.
Main Methods:
- Review of established osteoporosis treatments.
- Discussion of available therapies in the United States.
Main Results:
- Multiple treatment modalities exist for osteoporosis.
- Key therapies include estrogen, calcitonin, bisphosphonates (alendronate, etidronate), exercise, and calcium with vitamin D.
Conclusions:
- Treatment goals focus on stabilizing patients and preventing future fractures.
- A range of therapeutic options are available to manage osteoporosis effectively.