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Back pain triggered by movement

Low back pain when standing straight

Back pain appears with movement

Standing upright causes my lower back to hurt

Back pain induced by exercise

Can't stand straight because lower back will hurt

Back ache from standing straight all the time

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What is Osteoporosis?

Osteoporosis is a disease that makes your bones weak and brittle. As result, the bones become more prone to break even with minor trauma or stress that would normally not result in a break. It may be caused due to long-term low calcium intake, estrogen deficiencies in women, and an inactive lifestyle.

Typical Symptoms of Osteoporosis

Diagnostic Questions for Osteoporosis

Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this disease:

  • Are you currently taking steroids?
  • Have you ever had a broken fracture?
  • Does your back pain worsen after exercising?
  • Have you taken oral medication for diabetes?
  • Have you been diagnosed with low sex hormone production (hypogonadism)?

Treatment of Osteoporosis

Treatment includes bone-preserving medications, calcium and vitamin D supplementation, a healthy diet, and weight training to prevent bone loss, strengthen weak bones and maintain mobility.

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Kenji Taylor, MD, MSc

Kenji Taylor, MD, MSc (Family Medicine, Primary Care)

Dr. Taylor is a Japanese-African American physician who grew up and was educated in the United States but spent a considerable amount of time in Japan as a college student, working professional and now father of three. After graduating from Brown, he worked in finance first before attending medical school at Penn. He then completed a fellowship with the Centers for Disease Control before going on to specialize in Family and Community Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) where he was also a chief resident. After a faculty position at Stanford, he moved with his family to Japan where he continues to see families on a military base outside of Tokyo, teach Japanese residents and serve remotely as a medical director for Roots Community Health Center. He also enjoys editing and writing podcast summaries for Hippo Education.

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Tomohiro Hamahata, MD (Orthopedics)

Dr. Hamahata graduated from the Jikei University of Medical Science. After working at Asanokawa General Hospital and Kosei Chuo Hospital, he joined the Department of Orthopedics at Asakusa Hospital in April 2021, specializing in general orthopedics and joint replacement surgery.

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FAQs

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How Is Osteoporosis Diagnosed?

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Diagnosis of osteoporosis is done by a bone mineral density scan (DEXA scan). Other tests that may be done include x-rays, blood and urine testing to look for an underlying cause of the osteoporosis.

References:

Ralston SH, Fraser J. Diagnosis and management of osteoporosis. Practitioner. 2015 Dec;259(1788):15-9, 2. PMID: 26882774.

Peacock-Johnson AM, Keresztes P. Osteoporosis: Diagnosis and management updates. Nursing. 2023 Dec 1;53(12):28-35. doi: 10.1097/01.NURSE.0000991592.29755.37. PMID: 37973009.

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What Are the Seven Worst Foods for Osteoporosis?

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Certain foods can negatively impact bone health and contribute to the risk of osteoporosis. The seven worst foods for osteoporosis include excessive salt, caffeine, soft drinks, alcohol, high-protein diets, processed foods, and foods high in oxalates. Limiting these foods can help support bone health and reduce the risk of osteoporosis.

References:

Tucker KL. Osteoporosis prevention and nutrition. Curr Osteoporos Rep. 2009 Dec;7(4):111-7. doi: 10.1007/s11914-009-0020-5. PMID: 19968914.

Biver E, Herrou J, Larid G, Legrand MA, Gonnelli S, Annweiler C, Chapurlat R, Coxam V, Fardellone P, Thomas T, Lecerf JM, Cortet B, Paccou J. Dietary recommendations in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Joint Bone Spine. 2023 May;90(3):105521. doi: 10.1016/j.jbspin.2022.105521. Epub 2022 Dec 22. PMID: 36566976.

Ratajczak AE, Zawada A, Rychter AM, Dobrowolska A, Krela-Kaźmierczak I. Milk and Dairy Products: Good or Bad for Human Bone? Practical Dietary Recommendations for the Prevention and Management of Osteoporosis. Nutrients. 2021 Apr 17;13(4):1329. doi: 10.3390/nu13041329. PMID: 33920532; PMCID: PMC8072827.

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