Osteoporosis has become a common disease worldwide, affecting the majority of the population over 50 years of age. It is a progressive disorder that remains undiagnosed in the initial stages but is, in most cases, identified as the root cause of the fractures of the hip, wrist, and pelvic bones. Osteoporosis is a progressive skeletal disorder that involves low bone mass, reduced bone tissue formation, and micro-architectural deterioration, leading to fragile bones and an increased risk of bone fractures.
Osteoporosis is described as a "silent disease" because it does not show any significant pathological symptoms at an early age. However, some signs that can be used to suspect osteoporosis include: Lower back pain A stooped posture Reduced height over time Fear of falling Increased bone fragility Epidemiology Worldwide, over 200 million people are suffering from osteoporosis, which is a…
