Osteoporosis and the facts
A detailed Summary of Osteoporosis and the facts
The population of older men and women has been increasing, and therefore the number of people with osteoporosis is
increasing. But in some countries, the rate of hip fractures is rising faster than the population. For example, in Malmo, Sweden
the number of people older than 50 doubled since 1950, but the number of hip fractures increased seven-fold. The reasons for
this secular trend in increased hip fractures are not known, but decreased physical activity may be playing a role.
When discussing the prevalence or incidence of osteoporosis, one must distinguish between prevalence of fractures
(established osteoporosis) and of low bone density. Many women with low bone density do not have fract
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