Osteoporosis - Cembrowicz, Stefan (Class Publ., 2007)
Previous ed.: London: Class, 2004. - Includes index
The first sign of osteoporosis is usually a broken bone; there are often no prior warning signs. One in two women and one in five men over fifty will experience a fracture. However, early treatment can prevent further serious breaks and ill-health, and it is vital for everyone to be aware of how they can protect themselves against this potentially dangerous and painful condition
Foreword; Acknowledgements; Introduction; 1 Osteoporosis: what is it, and how is it diagnosed?; 2 Who gets osteoporosis, and what makes it worse?; 3 Prevention and treatment through lifestyle; 4 Drug treatment; 5 Alternative or complementary remedies; 6 Falls and fractures; 7 Getting help; 8 The future; Glossary of medical terms; Glossary of social care terms; Appendix 1 Useful addresses and websites; Appendix 2 Further reading; Index