Osteoporosis is a growing major public health problem that impacts many women and men. In the US alone, it is estimated that 10 million Americans have osteoporosis and another 34 million have low bone mass. Both of these conditions put patients at increased risk for fracture. Th…
« Exercise for Better Bones is the most comprehensive and current exercise program for people with osteoporosis, osteopenia and low bone density. Written by physical therapist Margaret Martin, Exercise for Better Bones has been used by thousands of individuals around the world t…
Using evidence-based research, first-hand stories and her own experience, the author compiles the latest information about bolstering bones, from prevention to treatment, into a single, easy-to-understand resource. -- From publisher.
Using evidence-based research, first-hand stories and her own experience, the author compiles the latest information about bolstering bones, from prevention to treatment, into a single, easy-to-understand resource. -- From publisher.
This book provides a review of the most recent data on osteoporosis and bone health, presenting a vision of diagnosis and management for the year 2021 and beyond. It covers all pertinent aspects of bone health including diagnosis, fracture prevention, optimized practice, impaire…
This book provides a practical overview of osteoporosis for the wide spectrum of clinicians that might encounter the osteoporotic patient. Concise and well-structured chapters examine the public health importance of the condition, the current treatment gap, how to identify indiv…
"Osteoporosis is the most common bone disease and is associated with pathological fractures that can lead to significant morbidity. It represents an economic burden to the health care system, directly linked to an ageing population. Guidelines on osteoporosis prevention have bee…
This handbook is a practical and comprehensive guide to the diagnosis and management of osteoporosis. The book covers all aspects of osteoporosis, from pathophysiology to diagnostic tests and therapies, and includes actual case studies with teaching points. Separate chapters foc…
