A longtime New York orthopedist, Dr. Stuart Remer provides knowledgeable care for a wide range of joint issues. Patient focused, Dr. Stuart Remer takes time to discuss the ways in which joint diseases can emerge and cause serious mobility issues. One basic question many people have is how to detect osteoporosis, which is known as a silent disease for the way it can progress over the long term without any symptoms.
Osteoporosis involves the bones becoming less dense, which increases the chances of fracture. Risk factors include lack of physical activity and low calcium intake, as well as a small frame or thinness. Those with an elevated chance of developing the disease also include postmenopausal women, particularly those experiencing an early menopause.
Those who meet risk factor criteria may wish to schedule a quick, painless bone mineral density test. This helps identify low bone density issues before they become major health issues. The impact of the disease can be lessened through a healthy lifestyle that includes abundant vitamin D and calcium intake, as well as weight-bearing exercise.
