This disease is characterized by decreased bone mass and deterioration of bone tissue. This is the most prevalent bone disease in the United States. One out of three women over the age of 50 will experience a fracture of the spine. Osteoporosis is silent and often not detected until a bone fracture occurs.
Bone loss occurs without signs and symptoms.
Osteoporosis is a preventable disease. Women can initiate preventive measures by improving their dietary calcium intake and exercising regularly.