One is Generalized the other is Regional . Generalized osteoporosis may further be divided into primary and secondary etiologies. Our discussion will focus on the primary form. Please refer to the table for a complete listing. The cardinal feature of generalized osteoporosis is non-traumatic fracture.
Fractures can occur in almost any bone.
The presence of a fracture represents bone fragility. This is the basis of fracture risk assessment and management. In order to prevent fractures you must be familiar with the known risk factors. The impact of the various factors varies depending on the age when they occur. Peek bone mass occurs in the 30's and is critical for long-term bone health.