Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by
Osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by weak, brittle bones, which dramatically increases a personâs risk for broken bonesâmainly in the hips, wrists and spine.Approximately 52 million Americans have osteoporosis and low bone density (osteopenia).ecause it has very few, if any, symptoms, Osteoporosis is considered a âsilent disease.â Those who do exhibit symptoms may have noticed a loss of height or severe back pain. In addition, people with bone loss can easily fracture bones from a low-impact fall (from a standing position or less).