Osteoporosis is a condition when bone strength weakens and is susceptible to fracture. It usually affects hip, wrist or spine.

Causes:

Bone weakens and become fragile with increased risk of fracture. Bone tissue is constantly reconstructing; osteoporosis occurs when the new bones does not replace as fast as the loss of old bone.

Symptoms:

The symptoms include back pain, stooped posture, and loss of height over time.
It is a common condition after the age of 35. More common in female after menopause. Genetic susceptibility or use of certain medications and lack of exercise can lead to this condition.

Osteoporosis can lead to:

• Stooped posture
• Pain is associated with the fracture
• Location of pain depends on the Location of the fracture
• Repeated spine fracture can lead to lower back Pain
• Hip fracture can occur as slip and fall accidents
• Hip fracture may heal slowly

Three preventions:

Preventing falls

Making some simple changes at home can help reduce the risk of breaking a bone in a fall.

Healthy eating and exercise

Regular exercise and a healthy diet are important for everyone, not just people with osteoporosis.

Coping with pain

Everyone experiences pain differently, so what works for you may differ from what works for someone else.

Different ways to manage pain, including:

>painkillers

>heat treatment, such as warm baths or hot packs

>cold treatment, such as cold packs

>simple relaxation techniques

>Massage

>Gentle stretch with Skybike inversion table

(Skybike Inversion Table provide relief for Osteoporosis by gently decompressing the spine which alleviate discomfort commonly associated with this condition. Targeting at the hips, upper back and key muscle groups, it helps alleviate back pain, relieve muscle tension and enhance posture.)

Designed for effortless use, it provides a gentle and low-impact mini-workout, ideal for those with minimal exercise routines or seeking a stress-free way to improve flexibility.