Introduction
to Osteoporosis
Treatment & Therapy
for Osteoporosis
More Information
Books & More
Reference by Appointment
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| Self-management and Practical Aspects |
Arthritis Life Improvement Series
Programs that target improving one's life while living with arthritis
Fall
Prevention
American Bone Health - Lists common hazards in the
home and presents simple suggestions for making change
to prevent falls and fractures.
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| Eating and Nutrition |
Nutrition
American
Bone Health - Provides information on the need for
calcium and Vitamin D with tips for dealing with
lactose intolerance.
Calcium Rich Foods
International Osteoporosis Foundation - A chart that includes a variety of calcium-rich
foods including vegetables, nuts, desserts, breads, grains, and fruit.
Calcium Calculator
International Osteoporosis Foundation - An online calcium calculator for daily
intake needs.
Recipes for Healthy Bones
International Osteoporosis Foundation - Interactively select from a wide variety
of calcium rich recipes from around the world.
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| Exercise |
Bone-Builders
University
of Arizona Cooperative Extension - Contains a list
of beginner, moderate, and advanced exercises and
activities to maintain strong bones.
Exercising with osteoporosis: Stay active the safe way
Mayo Clinic – explains how and why by exercising, you strengthen your muscles and stronger muscles also help protect your bones.
Exercise and Physical Activity
American Bone Health - Describes and illustrates 15 exercises
to strengthen and maintain bone mass.
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| Emotional & Social
Aspects |
Osteoporosis
and the Quality of Life
National Institute
of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases,
National Institutes of Health - A discussion of the
emotional impact of the functional, physical, and
social aspects of osteoporosis.
Impact of Osteoporosis
International Osteoporosis
Foundation - How fractures resulting from osteoporosis
impact a person’s quality of life and can cause
suffering and disability.
Support Programs
National Osteoporosis Foundation - How to join or start a local support
group. This web site also has a link to the Online Health Community. Includes
support options for people without computers.
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