Osteoporosis Treatment

Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones, making them fragile and more likely to fracture. It often develops without noticeable symptoms, meaning many people don’t realize they have it until they experience a fracture.

At Precision Rheumatology, Dr. Gul offers personalized osteoporosis care, focusing on prevention and treatment to protect your bone health. With advanced diagnostic tools like DEXA scans and customized treatment plans, we aim to strengthen your bones and reduce your risk of fractures.

What is Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a common condition that has no obvious symptoms but can cause bones to break. It results from decreased bone mass, leaving bones weak and brittle. Normally, bones are in a constant cycle of breaking down and regenerating, but with osteoporosis, bone loss outpaces new bone formation. This imbalance, often accelerated by aging, can make even minor falls or movements lead to fractures.

Who Gets Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is much more common in women than in men, especially postmenopausal women. About one in four women aged 65 or older have osteoporosis. Although men are less commonly affected, they are still at risk, particularly as they age.

Causes of Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is linked to various factors, including:

Small Body Frame

People with smaller bones are at greater risk.

Nutritional Deficiencies

Inadequate intake of calcium and vitamin D weakens bones.

Sedentary Lifestyle

Lack of regular exercise contributes to bone loss.

Smoking and Alcohol Use

Smoking and excessive alcohol intake can impair bone health.

By understanding your unique risk factors, our rheumatologists can create a customized treatment plan to target the root cause of your osteoporosis.

How is Osteoporosis Diagnosed?

Because osteoporosis has no obvious symptoms, it’s important to get a bone density scan (DEXA scan). Dr. Gul can prescribe and interpret this test after a consultation and assessment of your risk factors.