Understanding Osteoporosis: Causes, Risk Factors, and Lifestyle Choices

Understanding Osteoporosis: Causes. Alcoholism, medications (glucocorticoids, hormone therapy used for breast and prostate cancer treatment…), rheumatic, endocrine, liver diseases, renal insufficiency, among others. Bones are in a constant state of renewal: new bones develop, and old bones break down. For instance, when you’re young, the development of new bones outpaces bone breakdown in the body, […]
Comprehensive Guide to Osteoporosis Treatment: Medications, Diet, and Exercise

Treatment of osteoporosis includes medication, a healthy diet, and weight-bearing exercises to prevent bone loss or strengthen weak bones. The most common osteoporosis treatments include: Calcium and Vitamin D: Osteoporosis treatment starts by ensuring the proper absorption of calcium and vitamin D, as this vitamin is essential for the body to adequately absorb calcium. Calcium: […]
Stem Cells for Osteoporosis

The use of stem cells for tissue regeneration has generated great hope in various fields of medicine. Including disorders such as Osteoporosis. Stem cell therapy for osteoporosis can potentially increase bone mineral density loss. By increasing the number of stem cells or restoring the function of resident stem cells that can proliferate and differentiate into […]