More and more women after the age of 50 suffer from osteoporosis; let’s see together 7 rules to be able to prevent and treat this widespread disorder.
Ever heard of fracture risk? Yet, from the age of 50 onwards it would be essential for every woman to know the level (low, medium, high, very high) of her danger of fracturing over the next 10 years.
This is because the bone fragility, a consequence ofosteoporosis in its most severe form, it affects 30% of all women going through menopause and causes chronic pain from fractures, such as collapse or crushing of the vertebrae, wrist, humerus and, in severe cases, the femur.
Not to mention how the pathology negatively affects her quality of life and autonomy: fragile bones are more susceptible to the danger of fracture due to even minimal trauma. However, this does not mean we must fear the holidays, as the experts explain Stop Fractures Campaign who have developed seven golden rules to keep in mind to help us spend holidays in safety, and therefore enjoyable, even if you have just returned from a recent fracture.
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The 7 rules for fighting osteoporosis
- Always wear the right shoes: in the mountains or by the sea, closed footwear or open sandals are ideal, as long as they have low heels and non-slip soles.
- Travel comfortably: whether you travel by train or plane, when you book ask for a comfortable seat (aisle side so you can stretch out your legs) and the special service for passengers with reduced mobility to access the aircraft.
- Choose your bedroom well: Check if the hotel or house you will be staying in has well-lit rooms, with easily accessible beds (not too high or too low) and bathrooms with bathtubs or showers with grab handles.
- Don’t underestimate the importance of movement: even if you have recently undergone surgery, the holiday period is suitable for resuming moderate but constant physical activity. It will help you improve muscle strength, agility and balance, thus reducing the risk of falls.
- Remember that the sun is not enough to strengthen bones: the sun is a precious ally of the bones, especially as regards the vitamin D which is stored in the body thanks to its rays. However, do not neglect to take it also with your diet: milk, yogurt, cheeses, blue fish, rocket etc.
- Don’t send your therapy on vacation: remember to take the drugs prescribed for the treatment of osteoporosis even on vacation: you would risk losing the benefits of an appropriate drug therapy, essential to guarantee an active life.
- Upon your return, carry out the scheduled medical check-ups: if necessary, your doctor may also prescribe diagnostic tests, such as MOC and x-ray of the spine, in order to follow the evolution of the disease over time.
If you want to know your personal fracture risk, on the site www.stopallefratture.it an online self-diagnosis test is available. Depending on the result obtained, recommendations and advice will be given on how to prevent possible fragility fractures.
