🦴 Osteoporosis Care

🔍 What is Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis causes bones to become brittle and weak, making them more prone to fractures, especially in the spine, hips, and wrists. Often, it goes unnoticed until a fracture happens.

Common symptoms:

• Sudden back pain
• Loss of height over time
• Stooped posture
• Frequent fractures from minor falls

🧾 Patient History & Evaluation

• Personal & Family History: Past fractures, calcium deficiency, menopause, hereditary risks
• Lifestyle Review: Nutrition, physical activity, smoking, alcohol use
• Medical History: Thyroid/kidney disorders, long-term steroid use
• FRAX Score: Evaluates your 10-year fracture risk
• DEXA Scan: Gold standard test to measure bone density

💊 Our Treatment Approach

1️⃣ Nutritional Support & Lifestyle Modifications

• Calcium and Vitamin D supplements
• Diet plans with dairy, leafy greens, and sun exposure
• Fall prevention education and home safety tips

2️⃣ Medications & Therapies

• Anti-resorptive drugs like bisphosphonates
• Anabolic treatments for severe bone loss
• Hormone therapy (for postmenopausal women, if applicable)

3️⃣ Physiotherapy & Strengthening Exercises

• Weight-bearing and resistance exercises
• Posture correction and balance training
• Muscle strengthening to prevent falls

4️⃣ Fracture Care & Prevention

• Early detection and treatment of compression fractures
• Non-surgical and surgical fracture management
• Routine follow-up with bone density testing

👩‍⚕️ Meet Our Osteoporosis Care Team

• Dr. Inder Sain Gupta – Orthopaedic Surgeon, 35+ years experience
• Dr. Sucheta Gupta – Geriatric Orthopaedic Specialist
• Dr. Surbhi Bhatia – Physiotherapist for osteoporosis rehab

‍♀️ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Q1. When should I get screened for osteoporosis? Women over 50 and men over 60 with risk factors should get a DEXA scan.
• Q2. Is it curable? Not completely, but it is highly manageable with proper care.
• Q3. Do men get osteoporosis? Yes, especially with aging or medical risk factors.
• Q4. How often is a DEXA scan needed? Every 1–2 years based on your bone health and treatment status.