at later stages usually presents with a fracture due to trivial trauma
Fragility fractures, the consequence of osteoporosis,are responsible for excess mortality, morbidity, chronic
pain, admission to institutions and economic costs. They represent 80% of all fractures in menopausal women over age 50. Patients with hip or vertebral fractures have substantially increased risk of death after the fracture.
With major improvements in diagnostic technology and assessment facilities; it is now possible to detect the disease before fractures occur. Once the condition is diagnosed, steps can be taken to prevent further damage, including special exercises, changes in the diet, lifestyle changes and supplements or medication.