Indiana Spine Group

It is estimated that 10 million Americans have osteoporosis. Sometimes called the “silent disease”, osteoporosis is a leading cause of fractures in older adults. According to the National Osteoporosis Foundation, approximately 50 percent of women with osteoporosis will break a bone in their life time, and one of four men with osteoporosis will experience a fracture.

Fractures as a result of osteoporosis are most likely to occur in the hip, spine or wrist. It is estimated that there are more than 700,000 vertebral compression fractures each year as a result of osteoporosis.

For more information about osteoporosis tips for prevention, treatment options, visit the National Osteoporosis Foundation’s web site.

Watch for upcoming spine wellness blog entries addressing osteoporosis and your spine’s health.