Osteoporosis causes bones to become weak and brittle — so brittle that a fall or even mild stresses such as bending over or coughing can cause a fracture. Osteoporosis-related fractures most commonly occur in the hip, wrist or spine. The body constantly absorbs and replaces bone tissue. With osteoporosis, new bone creation doesn't keep up with old bone removal. Many people have no symptoms until they have a bone fracture. Treatment includes medications, healthy diet, and weight-bearing exercise to help prevent bone loss or strengthen already weak bones. It severely inhibits daily function, as those with this disability sometimes cannot even walk on their own. In most cases, it is diagnosed later in life.
This condition shows disability because those with osteoporosis do not have strong enough bones to function on their own. However, osteoporosis can be overcome, and many with the condition can be integrated back into society. Pam was diagnosed with osteoporosis at age 46, after she had broken several bones with minimal trauma. She knows about trauma: she was in severe auto mobile collision 30 years ago, sustaining significant injuries. She has been living with osteoporosis for about 20 years. Her mother also had osteoporosis, and Pam was limited in how much weight bearing activity she could do for quite a while. There are many things that are out of your control regarding the development of osteoporosis, however Pam says that there are things that can be done to keep it in check. She does everything she possibly can so she can continue to do things in life she wants to. Words from Pam:
"It was devastating to learn that a woman of my age would have such a low bone density. I started working with a trainer twice a week using weights to increase my bone density. To this day I continue to exercise, lift the weights, watch my diet, and stay informed about the advancements and treatments for osteoporosis."
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