Prevention of low bone density can start early in life by maximizing peak bone density. Once a person loses bone density, the loss is usually irreversible, so preventing (greater than normal) bone loss is important. Actions to maximize bone density and stabilize loss include: * Exercise, particularly weight-bearing exercise, resistance exercises and balance exercises, through mechanical loading that promotes increased bone mass, and reduced fall risk * Adequate caloric intake * Sufficient calcium in diet: older adults may have increased calcium needs—of note, medical conditions such as Celiac and hyperthyroidism can affect absorption of calcium * Sufficient Vitamin D in diet * Estrogen replacement * Avoidance of steroid medications * Limit alcohol use and smoking
Osteopenia
Basopenia
Osteodystrophy
Trichomegaly
Osteomalacia
Osteopathy
Osteopoikilosis
Pancytopenia